511 EM 385-1-1 Chapters 9-15

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15-5. Inspection Requirements.

Shift Inspections

Rigging and rigging hardware must undergo inspection by a Qualified Rigger (QR) as per the manufacturer’s guidelines and OSHA/ASME B30 standards at the start of each shift and as needed during use.
Inspections aim to ensure the absence of damage or defects in the rigging equipment.

Periodic Inspections

Rigging and rigging hardware require at least annual inspection by a QR, following the manufacturer’s guidelines and OSHA/ASME B30 standards.
Inspection records must be maintained, detailing the condition of the rigging equipment, and be readily accessible onsite to supervisors or relevant authorities.
The QR may mandate more frequent inspections based on usage frequency, service conditions, load-handling nature, or prior experiences with similar rigging equipment.

Markings and Equipment Condition

Legible markings are mandatory on all rigging equipment and hardware; if markings fade, the equipment must be withdrawn from service.
Any rigging found damaged or defective must be promptly removed from service.

15-6. Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) Requirements.

Develop AHAs according to paragraphs 1-6 or 2-6, as applicable. Plan and address all rigging activities, identify use of any specialty-type hooks (for example, open hooks, grab hooks, foundry hooks, sorting hooks, chocker hooks) in the AHA and submit for approval by the USACE supervisor or acceptance by the KO or COR.

15-7. Minimum Plan Requirements.

If multiple lift rigging (MLR) assembly is used, a Critical Lift Plan is required (see para 16-7).

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15-4. What must the rigger do if markings have faded on rigging equipment and hardware?

Nothing if the rigger if familiar with the rigging

The equipment must be withdrawn from service

Tag the equipment with required information

Notify the rigging department for eventual replacement

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EM 385-1-1 Paragraph 15-5.

15-5. Inspection Requirements.

15-5.Inspection Requirements.

A QR must inspect all rigging and rigging hardware according to the manufacturer’s instructions and applicable OSHA and ASME B30 standards, and the following:

a.  Shift Inspections.  All rigging and rigging hardware must be inspected by a QR according to the manufacturer’s instructions and applicable OSHA and ASME B30 standards before use on each shift and as necessary during its use to ensure that it is free from damage or defects.

b.  Periodic Inspections.  All rigging and rigging hardware must be inspected by a QR according to the manufacturer’s instructions and applicable OSHA and ASME B30 standards at least annually.  All periodic inspections must be documented.  A written record of the most recent periodic inspection of rigging and rigging hardware must be maintained and must include the condition of the rigging equipment.  This documentation must be available onsite and available to the local SOHO/USACE supervisor/KO or COR upon request.  The QR may adjust the frequency to require more frequent inspections based on any of the following:

(1)  Frequency of use.

(2)  Severity of service conditions.

(3)  Nature of load-handling activities.

(4)  Experience gained on the service life of rigging equipment used in similar circumstances.

Note.  Unlike general rigging, rigging hardware components do not need to be listed individually on inspection forms.

c.  Markings. Required markings must remain legible on all rigging equipment and hardware. If markings become illegible, remove from service.

d.  Damaged or defective rigging must be immediately removed from service.