Lines and Slings
Auxiliary Hoisting Lines
The purpose of this inspection is to ensure that hoisting lines are operating properly.
Drilling line and Drawworks Drum
Location/Type
Note the location and type of each auxiliary hoisting line found on the rig.
Cable Condition
Check the condition of each wire rope.
Defective Cable
- Look for kinks or cuts in the line from being pinched or impacted.
- Look for crushing of the cable on the drum or anywhere along the line where the internal core may have failed.
- Look for broken wires along the length of the line and replace as per company guidelines.
- Look for worn areas along the line. Cables that have rust down inside the strands should be replaced.
- Note specific problems in comment section.
Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.
6-1. What should be done with cables that have rust down inside the strands?
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