Electric Chain Hoists (Single Brake)
Model NECH
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NECH-0214
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The operator shall know hand signals used for hoist and crane operations, if a signalperson is used in the operation,
and accept signals of only persons authorized to give hand signals
EXCEPT
to obey a stop signal regardless of who
gives it.
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The operator shall
NOT
adjust or repair a hoist unless qualified and authorized to perform maintenance.
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The operator shall
NOT
use the hoist load limiting devices as a means to measure the load.
5.1.1 General DOs and DON’Ts
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DO
establish a regular inspection schedule and maintain a record of all inspections performed with special attention
directed to the chain, hooks, and breaks.
•
DO
remove the hoist from service and perform necessary maintenance and repair.
•
DO
follow recommended maintenance procedures for taking a hoist out of service to inspect and perform
maintenance and repair.
•
DO
use the original hoist manufacture’s recommended parts when repairing a hoist and replacing worn or damaged
parts.
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DO NOT
allow unqualified or unauthorized personnel to operate, inspect, maintain, or repair the hoist.
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DO NOT
operate a hoist that is damaged or has any actual or suspected mechanical or electrical malfunction.
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DO NOT
use the chain, any part of the hoist, or the load block and hook as a ground for welding.
5.2
Safety Rules before Operating the Hoist
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Be familiar with all operating controls of the hoist.
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Be familiar with the operation procedures of this manual, the
DANGERS
,
WARNINGS
,
CAUTIONS
and
NOTICES
,
also the procedure of instructions and labels on the hoist and lifting system.
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DO NOT
operate the hoist if any damage or malfunctions exist or are suspected to exist. All suspected or actual
malfunctions and damage
SHOULD
be reported to the supervisor.
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DO NOT
operate if tagged with an out of order sign.
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DO NOT
use the hoist load chain as a sling to wrap around the load.
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Attach the load to the hoist hook by proper means such as slings or lifting devices.
DO NOT
walk under a suspended load.
DO NOT
perform any work on a suspended load that requires a
worker to be positioned under the suspended load.
If it is essential that a worker be positioned under a suspended
load to perform work on the suspended load, such work shall
not be started or performed until other auxiliary supporting
means are placed under the suspended load. Failure to use
other auxiliary supporting means could result in serious bodily
injury or death, and/or property damage.