These are recommended to be carried out before the hoist is used for any moving & handling
practice.
1. CHECK that the legs open and close correctly.
2. CHECK that the hoist moves freely on its castors.
3. CHECK that the spreader bar is free to rotate and swing.
4. CHECK the spreader bar fixing/M10 bolt & nylon lock nut are secure.
5. CHECK that the sling hooks on the spreader bar are free from excessive wear.
6. CHECK the hand control lowers and raises the boom satisfactorily.
7. CHECK the operation of the emergency stop button.
8. CHECK that the hoist is charged to a satisfactory level of use.
9. CHECK that the locking Mast Hand Wheel is tightened and secured fully.
IF IN DOUBT DO NOT USE
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DAILY MAINTENANCE CHECKS
VISUAL CHECK LIST
