Inspections
The crane standard requires a variety of inspections to ensure equipment is in a safe condition.
Inspect visible wire rope during pre-shift inspection.
Crane equipment and wire rope inspections are required each shift, monthly, and annually.
The following special inspections are required in particular circumstances:
- post-assembly inspections,
- pre- and post-erection inspections of tower cranes
- equipment used in severe service,
- equipment not in regular use,
- inspections of certain modified equipment, and
- inspections of certain repaired/adjusted equipment.
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