WARNING: Do not use the clamp if in need of repair.
If, during the every lift inspection, the operator believes the
clamp exhibits excessively worn parts or is damaged, the
clamp should be inspected by a qualified person who will make
a determination as to its fitness to make a lift. At this time the
condition of the clamp should be noted and recorded. After in-
spection by the qualified person it may be decided that a peri-
odic inspection procedure is necessary.
Frequent Inspection:
A visual inspection (see every lift inspection) by an operator or other
designated person timed according to the clamp’s service class.
Normal Service
: monthly
Heavy Service
: weekly to monthly
Severe Service
: daily to weekly.
If, during the frequent inspection, the operator or designated
person believes the clamp exhibits excessively worn parts or is
damaged the clamp should be inspected by a qualified person
who will make a determination as to its fitness to make a lift. At
this time the condition of the clamp should be noted and rec-
orded. After inspection by the qualified person it may be decid-
ed that a periodic inspection procedure is necessary.
Periodic Inspection:
A recorded inspection by a qualified person as described in the Periodic
Inspection Procedure below timed according to the clamps service
class.
Normal Service
: annual
Heavy Service
: semi-annual
Severe Service:
quarterly.
If during any inspection a condition is found which leads to a
periodic inspection then the next periodic inspection is due
from the time the clamp is returned to service. See the table
below.
Normal Service-One Year
Heavy Service-6 Months
Severe Service-3 Months
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