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 inspection by the qualified person it may
be decided that a periodic inspection procedure is necessary.
Frequent Inspection:
A visual inspection (see every lift inspection) by an operator or other desig-
nated person timed according to the clamps service class.
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Normal Service
: monthly
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Heavy Service
: weekly to monthly
•
Severe Service
: daily to weekly.
If, during the frequent lift inspection, the operator or designated per-
son 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 inspection by the
qualified person it may be decided that a periodic inspection proce-
dure is necessary.
Periodic Inspection:
A recorded inspection by a qualified person as described in the Periodic In-
spection 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
Warning: If any hazardous condition is found that may cause injury to the
operator or other personnel then the clamp should be subjected to a Pe-
riodic Inspection by a Qualified Person.
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