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Best Rules for Sling Safety & Performance Characteristics of Webbing

9/13/2017

6 Comments

 
George Davis from Safety Service Company penned a terrific Article in 2008 titled "The Top 13 Tips for Superior Sling Safety".  Portions of the below article are adapted from his original article.

Material handling safety is among one of the most important tasks in any industry. Without it, important tools, equipment and materials cannot be moved, sold, manufactured and utilized. This is the very reason why slings are important tools in almost every industry. Without them, it would be difficult to handle materials and transport them from one place to another.

But more often than not, loads are too heavy for the slings that support them. This results to workers getting injured or killed because loads fall on them or hit them. The same thing happens when operators are not trained in the proper use and maintenance of slings. Slings end up being out of the operator’s control or losing their strength because of abuse or wear.

Performance Characteristics of Webbing

Nylon
The most widely used general purpose synthetic web sling, is unaffected by grease and oil. It has good chemical resistance to aldehydes, ethers, and strong alkalis; but is not suitable for use with acids and bleaching agents or at temperatures in excess of 194 degrees F (90º C). Stretch at rated capacity is approximately 8-10%
Polyester
Used mainly where acid conditions are present or a minimum stretch is desired, polyester is unaffected by common acids and hot bleaching agents. It is not suitable for use with concentrated sulfuric acids, alkalis or at temperatures in excess of 194 degrees F (90º C). Stretch at rated capacity is approximately 3% (untreated)
Performance Characteristics of Webbing Nylon

Top Tips for Sling Safety

  1. Selection of slings must be based on their intended use, the type and size of load, and the environmental conditions of the worksite.
  2. Before inspecting a sling, clean it thoroughly as dirt and oil may hide damage. Do the same right after using the sling to check if it has damage before you store it.
  3. Before and after using a sling, it must be inspected by the operator. They should check for broken wires, damaged rope strands and other signs of wear or defects.
  4. Discard wire rope slings when they show the following signs:
    1. Excessive broken wires
    2. Severe corrosion
    3. A one-third reduction in outer wire diameter
    4. Damage or displacement of end fittings like rings, hooks, collars, and links.
    5. Distortion, bird caging, kinking
    6. Localized wear on the outside
  5. Lubricate every rope sling “in the field” to prolong their service. The heavier the loads, the more adverse the environmental conditions, the greater the number of bends, the more frequently you should lubricate it.
  6. When carrying loads, ensure that they are not clamped, lagged or bolted to the floor.
  7. Before lifting loads all the way, check the tension on the sling. You can do this by raising the load a few inches, stopping and checking for proper balance.
  8. Make sure the path of travel is clear of workers whenever you raise, lower or lower the load.
  9. Slowly take up the slack in the sling to guard against shock loading. Be doubly cautious when applying power at the beginning of the lift. This way, you can prevent jerking. You can also prevent this hazard by slowly accelerating and decelerating the equipment.
  10. The operator must maintain a close watch on the slings and equipment they are using. In the event of an accident, the operator must immediately shut down all equipment and report the accident to the supervisor. Before resuming operations, the cause of the accident must be determined first.
  11. Only one person should be assigned to control a lift or give signals to the hoist or crane operator.
  12. Never leave the load suspended in air.
  13. Store the slings in a dry, well ventilated building or shed. Never store them on the ground. It’s best to hang them in a wall or rack.
6 Comments
Thomas Clarence link
5/3/2021 16:28:28

You made an interesting point when you explained that only one person should be giving signals in order to make crane operation safer. In addition to that, I would think that it would be important to make sure that all of the right safety gear is in place for employees to use. It would be important to make sure that there are safety protocols in place to prevent employees from falling.

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David M Browne link
5/5/2021 07:46:11

Great points, Thomas. Thank you for the input

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Mia Evans link
10/21/2021 22:54:22

I like that you pointed out that there should only be one person signalling the crane operation service regarding controlling the lift. I guess that is vital to ensure that there is no miscommunication on the job. If that is done accurately, there will be no accidents that can harm the workers or getting them injuries.

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Crane Rental Edmonton link
1/27/2022 09:48:32

Webbing is one of the main components of a sling. It's used with rope to form a loop in order to support objects. Webbing sling has become important because it is lightweight, very strong and durable that can be put into use right away without any additional equipment required.

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Iris Smith link
12/9/2022 02:53:03

Thank you for noting that only one person should be designated to operate a lift or signal the operator of a hoist or crane. My grandfather wishes to rent a crane in order to construct his new office. I'll advise him to designate a single person to signal the crane operator.

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Heavy Construction Equipment link
1/11/2023 04:53:46

Hello blogger! Thanks for sharing such a great information on the Best Rules for Sling Safety & Performance Characteristics of Webbing. One of the most crucial jobs in any industry is maintaining material handling safety. Important tools, equipment, and materials cannot be transferred, sold, produced, or used without it. That is why; slings are essential equipment in practically every sector because of this. Without them, moving items from one location to another would be challenging. To get more details, get in touch with Boom & Bucket professional experts.

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