Table 1. Load Testing Parameters

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Table 1. Load Testing Parameters

Test Load

Item

(Given as percentage of load rating)

Cranes, Mobile

All Capacities

110%

Cranes, Fixed

All Capacities

125%

Hoists, Powered or Manual

All Capacities

110%

100%

Jacks

Metal Mesh Slings

All Sizes

150%

....

Wire Rope*

200%

Wire Rope, Chain or Synthetic Web**

200%

Lifting Fixtures ***

All other Lifting Devices

100%

* When tested as an integral part of a lifting device which is listed

elsewhere in this table, use the Maximum Test Load for that device.

** When tested separately from other lifting device components.

*** When the rope, chain, or synthetic web is easily removed from a

fixture, it should be tested separately.

b. Inspection.

(1) Prior to initial use of all new, extensively repaired, or altered lifting devices, visual

inspection shall be performed in accordance with the criteria specified in (2) below, and the applicable

appendix under both daily and periodic inspection criteria. This inspection shall be performed before,

during, and after load testing (paragraph 4a).

(2) All lifting devices shall be inspected in accordance with the applicable appendix of this

bulletin, applicable equipment TM, manufacturer's recommendations, and the following minimum

criteria:

NOTE

Locally developed forms should be used to record the accomplish-

ment of daily inspections. To provide operators of lifting equipment

with daily safety inspection information, it is advisable to attach a

card, placard, or other means of describing pertinent inspection

criteria contained in the appendixes of this bulletin.