Sling Inspection Information
Please do not use any sling unless it has been assessed by a competent individual and found to be
suitable for a client’s needs. A bi-annual programme of re-assessment and inspection should be
implemented and full records maintained. If you need assistance please do not hesitate to contact
our Service Department on 01531 634 468.
- Check all sling clip retaining straps for nicks, cuts or general material degredation
- Check each sling clips for signs of structural damage, fatigue or general material degredation
If in doubt, remove from service.
- Minor damage in the body of the sling may not render the sling unsafe from a strength point of view
- Discolouration may indicate fabric degredation and may indicate the need for a load test
A good guide to assessing the service life, which is ultimately more important than age, of the
sling is a visual inspection of the sling body, binding and the labels to check for fading. Should you
deem that there is fading, which suggests that the sling has seen extensive use, future inspections
should be made more stringently.
In order to achieve an effective examination, lay the sling on a flat surface. Examine the base
material around where the straps are affixed to. The stitching must be intact in these areas
otherwise the sling is unsafe to use. Minor holes in non-critical areas do not jeopardise the
integrity of the sling but load testing is recommended as the sling may have sustained other
damage that is not visible to the eye. The edge binding can fray, again this may not be critical but
load testing would be recommended along with a six monthly inspection.
The following notes and diagrams are the manufacturer’s recommended guide to inspection
/examination procedures on slings. They help to ensure hoisting and lifting operations can be
effected with confidence and that risk of accident due to sling failure is minimal.
CAREFULLY EXAMINE
ALL STITCHING
Maximum load
of sling 200Kg
IF IN DOUBT, REMOVE FROM SERVICE
CHECK HANGER BAR LOAD RATING BEFORE USE
A few loose strands
are acceptable
Areas of high stress
A visible nick in the
strapping (even of
only 1mm) should be
deemed unsafe
Check these areas for
material degredation
This stitching is not
vital for secure lifting
This stitching be intact
MUST
SHOULD YOU FIND A CONDITION OF WHICH YOU ARE UNSURE,
THE SLING SHOULD BE WITHDRAWN FROM USE AND RETURNED
TO THE MANUFACTURER FOR APPRAISAL AND LOAD TESTING.
CAUTION: Before every lift visually inspect the sling’s structual integrity.
If there is any sign of damaged fabric or stitching do not use the sling.
SIZE
NUMBER
SIZE
CODE
COLOUR
CODE
SEATED SHOULDER
HEIGHT
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
XXXS
XXS
XS
S
M
L
XL
XXL
SPECIAL
25-32cm
30-39cm
39-47cm
47-54cm
54-60cm
60-68cm
68-76cm
74-80cm
BLACK
TEAL
BROWN
RED
YELLOW
GREEN
BLUE
ORANGE
WHITE
RX10580_3
Symmetrikit is a division of The Helping Hand Company Limited,
Bromyard Road, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1NS
Tel: 01531 635388 Fax: 01531 638059
[email protected] www.symmetrikit.com
