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Definition “qualified person” (former expert)
A “qualified person” has learned, due to occupational training and experience and the job that the person has
done, the skills needed to tests the material for one’s work.
Definition “licensed qualified person” (former approved expert)
A “licensed qualified person” has, due through special occupational training, knowledge about testing of the
material for one’s work and knows the national accident prevention regulations and other prescriptions and
technical regulations. This person must test the material for one’s work regularly with regard to design and
kind of use. The license will be given to qualified person be the approved supervision authorities (ZÜS).
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Safety check
Before putting into service initially or when putting back into service, it must be checked whether:
All fastening screws (if existent), socket pins, flap socket and safety devices are tightened and secured.
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Maintenance
10.1
General
All monitoring, servicing and maintenance operations are to ensure correct functioning of the equipment;
they must be effected with utmost care.
Only
“qualified persons” may do this work.
Servicing and maintenance work must only be done when the hoist is not loaded.
Records must be kept of all test results and measures taken.
10.2
Monitoring
The monitoring and servicing intervals stated are valid for operation under normal conditions and single-shift
operation. In case of severe operating conditions (e.g. frequent operation with full load) or special
environmental conditions (e.g., heat, dust, etc.), the intervals must be shortened correspondingly
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Inspection
11.1
Periodic checks
Independently from the regulations of the individual countries, lifting devices must be checked at least yearly
by a qualified person or licensed qualified person regarding its functional safety.
11.2
Inspection intervals
daily
checks
inspection,
service every
3 months
inspection,
service every
12 months
check screw connections
X
check wear and tear of rope pulley
X
check smooth running of rope pulley
X
check smooth running of rope within pulley
X
equipment check by a qualified person (periodic inspection)
X
remove dust (do not use compressed air to do so)
X
Check device for corrosion
X
name plates - check for existence and legibility
X
11.3
Inspection
Examine for bearing damage.
The rope pulley should have a firm seating on ist axle and should turn smoothly.
Check for wear and tear.
The wire rope must not stick in the groove and has to be liftable effortlessly.
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Service
The wire rope pulley and the ball bearings are maintenance-free.
