ROUND SLINGS FLAT WEBBING MULTI LEG SLINGS WIRE ROPE

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Defi nition 1 à 2

Identifi cation 3

Round sling 4

Flat webbing sling 5

Chain sling 6

Wire rope sling 7

Stowage 8 à 9

Complete operating instruction 10 à 16

Regulation 17

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Sling’s instruction manual

A SLING is a soft lifting device with metallic cable (wire rope), chain, rope or webbing sling situated between the load to be lifted and a lifting device (such as: crane or lift) ;The slinging consists of all the implementing operations of this linking device. They are generally manufactured with metallic components (slinging devices) such as hooks, rings, chain links, and shackles, which should be in conformity with the load of the sling (capacity) :

EXTREMITY and LOOPS ACCESSORIES :

A sling can be simple (1 leg) or multi-legs (2,3,4 legs) and have thimbled and ferruled loops to be fi xed to another accessory ; the different legs are connected to a chain link (or ring) in order to ensure a convenient movement of the legs ;

A sling can also be endless ; formed with an element whose ends are joined together (also called « Estrope », made by braiding the strands).

MULTI-LEG SLINGS (WIRE ROPE or CHAIN) :

Coupled loopwith thimblesAt the low endAt the top end

Ring Shackle Hook Ring

Tapered ferrulethimble loops

head chain link

intermediate chain linkhead chain link

intermediate chain linkcoupling link

chain linkhook or other low extreme end accessory

chain

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A SLING IS DEFINED BY :

> The type : cable, chain, rope, webbing> The working load limit on each strand (WLL) : Maximum weight that the sling is allowed to carry on regular use > The lenght of the leg : useful length between the 2 prehension-points> The slinging mode factor : factor applied to the WLL of 1 leg sling by taking into account the geometry of the slinging (number and angles of the legs) and the consequence of bending some components : the mode of slinging and the angle of use modifi e the using load of the sling :

WIRE ROPE SLING : the ropes are made of galvanized steel wire drawn gathered to constitute legs : 7 x 7 wires, 6/7 x 19 wires, 6 x 36/37 wires CHAIN SLING : the chains used are class [8] short links chains ; all the components have

to be of the same class and with the same load capacity WEBBING SLING :

> in POLYESTER : - fl at with weaved Webb slings : can be sewn to form loops - round: constituted of a wound rope core, forming a hank inserted in a sleeve> in ROPE SLING (polypropylene, polyamide, hemp) : stranded rope, made in spliced loop at each end with or without thimble in the loop :

> The safety factor : ratio between working load limit (WLL) and the breaking load limit, guaranteed by the manufacturer written on the accessory :

Wire rope sling = 5 | chain sling = 4 | webbing sling = 7 | rope sling = 10 | sling components= 4Example: a chain sling of WLL 1000 kg will have a breaking load of 4000 kg

1 leg

Factor 1 Factor 1,4 Factor 1 Factor 2,1 Factor 1,5 Factor 0,8 Factor 1,8 Factor 0,9

2 legs 3 and 4 legs sliding round protector cubic protector



For WIRE ROPE and CHAIN slings

The marking (on label plate) includes :

- The identifi cation sign of the manufacturer * - The working load limit (WLL) *: for multi leg slings, this load must be accompanied by load application angles - The serial N° of the sling * - The number of legs * - The class of the sling (chain) * - The marking - The reference of the sling - The safety factor - The year of manufacture(*) Compulsory

For WEBBING slings

The LABEL is BLUE (Polyester material), GREEN (Polyamide) or BROWN (Polypropylene) and contents :

- The WLL - The material used and class of accessories (loops…) - The nominal lenght in meters - The name of the manufacturer - The traceability code - The standard number - The marking

The COLOUR of the Webbing sling (colour from the harmonized standard), is according to the WLL :

COLOUR CORRESPONDING CAPACITY

PURPLE 1000 kg

GREEN 2000 kg

YELLOW 3000 kg

GREY 4000 kg

RED 5000 kg

BROWN 6000 kg

BLUE 8000 kg

ORANGE 10000 kg

ORANGE + from 10000 kg


SLINGING MODE


LOAD TABLES ACCORDING TO THE USING MODE EN 1492-2 Standard Safety factor : 7

using lenght

WLL with only1 one round sling (in kg)

WLL with2 round slings (in kg)

simpledirect

Slip knot

Inclination angle Inclination angle0° to 7° 7° to 45° 45° to 60° 7° to 45° 45° to 60° 7° to 45° 7° to 45° 45° to 60° 45° to 60°

Coeffi cient

1,0 0,8 2,0 1,4 1,0 0,7 0,5 1,4 1,1 1,0 0,8WLL COLOUR 1 t PURPLE 1000 800 2000 1400 1000 700 500 1400 1120 1000 800

2 t GREEN 2000 1600 4000 2800 2000 1400 1000 2800 2240 2000 1600

3 t YELLOW 3000 2400 6000 4200 3000 2100 1500 4200 3360 3000 2400

4 t GREY 4000 3200 8000 4500 4000 2800 2000 5600 4480 4000 3200

5 t RED 5000 4000 10000 7000 5000 3500 2500 7000 5600 5000 4000

6 t BROWN 6000 4800 12000 8400 6000 4200 3000 8400 6720 6000 4800

8 t BLUE 8000 6400 16000 11200 8000 5600 4000 11200 8960 8000 6400

10 t ORANGE 10000 8000 20000 14000 10000 7000 5000 14000 11200 10000 8000

12 t ORANGE 12000 9600 24000 16800 12000 8400 6000 16800 13440 12000 9600

15 t ORANGE 15000 12000 30000 21000 15000 10500 7500 21000 16800 15000 1200020 t ORANGE 20000 16000 40000 28000 20000 14000 10000 28000 22400 20000 16000

IMPORTANT : The indicated WLL has to be respected to the strict compliance with the conditions specifi ed in the EN 1492-2 standard. Angle higher than 60° is PROHIBITED !


SLINGING MODE

SLINGING MODE


LOAD TABLE ACCORDING TO THE USING MODE EN 1492-2 Standard Safety factor : 7

simpledirect Slip knot Vertical

protectorInclination angle

a = 7° to 45° a = 45° to 60°

simpledirect Slip knot Vertical

protectorInclination angle

a = 7° to 45° a = 45° to 60°

Coeffi cient1,0 0,8 2,0 1,4 1,0

Coeffi cient1,0 0,8 2,0 1,4 1,0

WLL COLOUR WIDTH 1 t PURPLE 30 1000 800 2000 1400 1000 2 t GREEN 60 2000 1600 4000 2800 2000 3 t YELLOW 90 3000 2400 6000 4200 3000 4 t GREY 120 4000 3200 8000 5600 4000 5 t RED 150 5000 4000 10000 7000 5000 6 t BROWN 180 6000 4800 12000 8400 6000 8 t BLUE 240 8000 6400 16000 11200 800010 t ORANGE 300 10000 8000 20000 14000 1000015 t ORANGE 240 15000 12000 30000 21000 1500020 t ORANGE 300 20000 16000 40000 28000 20000

WLL COLOUR WIDTH 1 t PURPLE 30 1000 800 2000 1400 1000 2 t GREEN 60 2000 1600 4000 2800 2000 3 t YELLOW 90 3000 2400 6000 4200 3000 4 t GREY 120 4000 3200 8000 5600 4000 5 t RED 150 5000 4000 10000 7000 5000 6 t BROWN 180 6000 4800 12000 8400 6000 8 t BLUE 240 8000 6400 16000 11200 800010 t ORANGE 300 10000 8000 20000 14000 1000015 t ORANGE 240 15000 12000 30000 21000 1500020 t ORANGE 300 20000 16000 40000 28000 20000

L

LSIMPLE

FLAT WEBBING SLING

DOUBLEFLAT WEBBING SLING



LOAD TABLES ACCORDING TO THE USING MODE Machines Directives 89/392/CEE, Directive 91/368/CEE Decrees 92/765, 92/766 of 29 July 1992 and bylaw of 18 December 1992 Coeffi cient of use: 4, In compliance with NFE EN 818-4

Chain sling1 leg

Chain sling3 legs

Chain sling4 legs

Chain sling2 legs

SLINGING MODE

1 leg 2 legs 3 et 4 legs* slinding roundprotector

cubicprotector

Inclination angle vertical 0°< α ≤ 90° 90°< α ≤ 120° 0°< α ≤ 90° 90°< α ≤ 120° // β ≤ 45° R > 10 d β ≤ 45° R ≥ 10 d

Factor 1,0 1,4 1 2,1 1,5 0,8 1,8 0,9

Diameter of the chain CHAIN GRADE 80, WLL (in kg) 6 mm 1120 1600 1120 2360 1700 896 2016 1008 7 mm 1500 2120 1500 3150 2240 1200 2700 1350 8 mm 2000 2800 2000 4250 3000 1600 3600 180010 mm 3150 4250 3150 6700 4750 2520 5670 283513 mm 5300 7500 5300 11200 8000 4240 9540 477016 mm 8000 11200 8000 17000 11800 6400 14400 720020 mm 12500 17000 12500 26500 19000 10000 22500 1125022 mm 15000 21200 15000 31500 22400 12000 27000 1350026 mm 21200 30000 21200 45000 31500 16960 38160 19080

Diameter of the chain CHAIN GRADE 100, WLL (in kg) 6 mm 1400 1960 1400 2940 2100 1120 2520 1260 7 mm 1900 2660 1900 3990 2850 1520 3420 1710 8 mm 2500 3500 2500 5250 3750 2000 4500 225010 mm 4000 5600 4000 8400 6000 3200 7200 360013 mm 6700 9380 6700 14070 10050 5360 12060 603016 mm 10000 14000 10000 21000 15000 8000 18000 900018 mm 12500 17500 12500 26250 18750 10000 22500 1125020 mm 16000 22400 16000 33600 24000 12800 28800 1440022 mm 19000 26600 19000 39900 28500 15200 34200 1710026 mm 26500 37100 26500 55650 39750 21200 47700 23850

* In the case of asymetrical lifting, The WLL to be taken is the one of a 2 legs sling



LOADING DIAGRAM, ACCORDING TO THE USING MODE AND THE NUMBER OF LEGS Europeen Standard 89/392 modifi ed CEE Safety factor : 4 Uniformily distributed load

Wire rope sling1 leg

Wire rope sling3 legs



SLINGING MODE

1 leg 2 legs 3 et 4 legs* slinding roundprotector

cubicprotector

Inclination angle vertical 0°< α ≤ 90° 90°< α ≤ 120° 0°< α ≤ 90° 90°< α ≤ 120° // β ≤ 45° R > 10 d β ≤ 45° R ≥ 10 d

Factor 1,0 1,4 1 2,1 1,5 0,8 1,8 0,9

Diameter of the chain STEEL CABLE, WLL (in kg) 4 mm 200 - - - - 160 360 180 5 mm 300 - - - - 240 540 270 6 mm 400 560 400 840 600 320 720 360 7 mm 500 700 500 1050 750 400 900 450 8 mm 750 - - - - 600 1350 675 9 mm 1000 1400 1000 2100 1500 800 1800 90010 mm 1250 - - - - 1000 2250 112512 mm 1500 2100 1500 3150 2250 1200 2700 135013 mm 2000 2800 2000 4200 3000 1600 3600 180016 mm 2500 3500 2500 5250 3750 2000 4500 225018 mm 3000 4200 3000 6300 4500 2400 5400 270020 mm 4000 5600 4000 8400 6000 3200 7200 360022 mm 5000 7000 5000 10500 7500 4000 9000 450024 mm 6000 8400 6000 12600 9000 4800 10800 540026 mm 7500 10500 7500 15750 11250 6000 13500 675030 mm 11500 16100 11500 24150 17250 9200 20700 10500

* In case of asymetrical lifting, The WLL to be taken is the one of a 2 legs sling



MAXIMUM OPERATING TENSIONS TABLE (MOT) EN 12 195-2 standards The EN 12 195-2 standard helps to provide lashing product with informations to the user and same traceability than lifting product.

A lashing system is composed of sewn web sling and metallic accessories.

MAXIMUM OPERATING TENSIONS / LC (LASHING CAPACITY) :- Maximum Tension use or lashing capacity.- Maximum capacity used in direct traction supported by a lashing system during use.

Safety factor :Complete system = factor 2Accessories / metal loops = factor 2Non-sewn Webbing sling = factor 3

Lenghtening :When it is subjected to the lashing capacity, the lenghtening of the Webbing sling does not exceed above 7%.

Testing :All the elements of the complete lashing system must resist a force with safety factor of 2.No deformation must affect their good functioning to a lashing capacity of (LC) of 1.25.

using lenght

Lashing WIDTHMaximum Operating Tensions : Maximum Operating Tensions :

Breaking of lashing

25 mm 400 daN 800 daN 1200 daN

35 mm 900 daN 1800 daN 3400 daN

45 mm 800 daN 1600 daN 3000 daN

50 mm 2000 daN 4000 daN 6000 daN

50 mm 2500 daN 5000 daN 7500 daN

75 mm 3500 daN 7000 daN 11000 daN



OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR LASHING SYSTEMS

- Use lashing device according to the operating instruction provided with the material.- Do not use the lashing system for lifting loads.- Capacities applied to the lashing system must not be higher than the Maximum using Tension printed on the label and parts.- The Webbing slings should not be knotted.- Do not use lashing system on rough surfaces or in sharp edge contact without buffering protection accessories.- Lashing devices must be used between -40°C and 100°C.- In case of using lashing system with chemical products, please consult the manufacturer. - Adapt the end parts to the anchoring point according to the manufacturer’s recommendations- The maximum spacing of fi xing elements to the vehicle, and maximum traction and cutting efforts to which these elements can be subjected, must be specifi ed by the end parts which are used for fi xing on to the vehicle (anchoring rails for internal lashing) - Do not use parts that are not recommended by the manufacturer to operate the tensioner. - Lashing system must be stored in a cool and dry environment, and must be protected from light and all mechanical damage.

MAINTENANCE OF LASHING SYSTEMS

When the lashing system begins to show signs of wear and tear, it is recommended to have it scrapped or send it back to the manufacturer for repairs.Considered as signs of damage :- WEBBING SLINGS : tears, cutters, cuts, breaking of bearing fi bers, breaking of retaining sewings, deformation by exposition to heat, the loss of Webbing-sling identifi cation- END-PARTS AND TENSIONER : deformations, crackings, deep marks of wear and tear, and traces of corrosion.The manufacturer is responsible for repairs and after repairs he has once again to guarantee its original performance.

FORCES TAKING PLACE DURING TRANSPORT

- STARTING UP, ACCELERATION and BRAKING WHILE DESCENDING : secure the load with a force at least equal to 50% of its dead weight.- BRAKING : secure the load with a force at least equal to its dead weight.- TURNING : Secure the load with a force at least equal to 50% of its dead weight.

- Secure the load to better align with its center of gravity on longitudinal central axis of the vehicle.- Respect the total admissible load and the maximum weight on the axle during loading. For a partial loading, spread the load uniformly. Thus, respect the maximum allowed load (weight) of the vehicle.- Secure the load to avoid neither moving nor turning, rolling, falling, or turning the vehicle upside down.- Avoid anchoring points on the fl oor.

Packaging and anchoring points fi xed on the load are accepted as being able to support forces caused by the acceleration of the vehicule.



BEFORE PUTTING INTO SERVICE> Clear the track that will be performed with the load as well the position where you will discharge the load > Never stay under the load, nor between the load and a fi xed obstacle (wall…), in the event of swaying or sudden movement; never displace the load over people’s head > Alaways wear protective uniforms (protective shoes, hand glooves, helmet)> Verify the state of the cable, chain, rope sling, and Webb sling> Verify the good sttate of the higher and lower accessories as well as the hook safety latches

EVALUATE THE LOAD TO BE LIFTED> Evaluate the weight of the load, as accurate as possible> Evaluate the center of gravity (CG), make sure that the load is balanced

> In order to remain the load stable and to avoid it turning upside down during the lifting operation:- The sling’s anchoring point on the load must be situated above the Center of Gravity- The load’s Center of Gravity must be situated vertically to the hook of the lifting device

MAKE THE LOAD MONOLITHIC> Make loading elements interdependent, with a metallic or plastic strapping

THE STRPPING DEVICE MUST NOT BE USED FOR ANCHORING THE SLING ON THE LOAD!



CHOOSE THE SLING > The (metal, Webbing) material has a direct impact on the weight of the sling and its fl exibility> Take note of the surrounding temperature, which participate in the load and resistance of the materials:

> WLL of the sling must be higher than the weight of the load to be lifted > The lenght of the sling is important for multi-leg slings ; the longer the sling, the more the angle between 1 leg and the vertical position is closed : - Hence the increase of the WLL of the sling ; it is better to search for an angle < 30° - In exchange, a large dimension sling requires a high lifting height of the device; in the event of the latter not being compatible with the height of the sling, then it is necessary to use a spreader (lifting beam).

Resistance to chemical productsModifying the characteristics of materials

ACIDES BASES,ALCALIS

Steel cable Bad Contact us

Chainclass 8

Very badDo not use

Very badDo not use

Polyester Very good Bad

Polypropylene (rope) Very good Bad

WLL (in % of the WLL of the sling)According to temperature T°

T° < -40°C T° between-40 and 100 °C

T° between-100 and 150 °C



T° between-300 and 400 °C T° > 400°C

DO NOT USE 100% 100% * DO NOT USE DO NOT USE DO NOT USE DO NOT USE

DO NOT USE 100% DO NOT USE 100% 90% 75% DO NOT USE

DO NOT USE 100% 100% DO NOT USE DO NOT USE DO NOT USE DO NOT USE

DO NOT USE 100% DO NOT USE DO NOT USE DO NOT USE DO NOT USE DO NOT USE

* except wire rope âme textile : DO NOT USE



CARRY OUT A VISUAL INSPECTION> Perform a visual inspection aimed at ensuring that the slings do not have signs of wear and tear or fatigue and that they can be used without problem - If the visual examination reveals any default on an accessory, it should be removed from service - If the marking of the WLL or their identifi cation can no longer be seen, then it should be removed from service

FOR WIRE ROPE SLINGS REMOVE THE SLING FROM SERVICE IN CASE OF :- Damages such as wear and tear, deformation or crack on the higher and lower ends - Several crushed or broken wires on the strand, or seperation of the strands (back twisting)- High deformation of the cable such as distorsion, loop or projection of the cable core- Reduction of the cable diameter, reaching 10% of its usual diameter- Corrosion of cable ends causing widening or seizing of the cable - Thermal damage signalled by the discoloration of the wires, a loss of lubrication

FOR CHAIN SLINGS REMOVE THE SLING FROM SERVICE IN CASE OF :- Deformation of higher or lower end accessories - Lenghtening of the chain > 5% measured on 10 to 20 chain links- 10% wear of the wire diameter - Cut, streriated, groove, crack, corrosion, discoloration, warping or deformation of the chain links- DANGERS (chain links fl attened, lenghtened, twisted, worn out, etc…)

FOR WEBBING SLINGS REMOVE SLING FROM SERVICE IN CASE OF :- localized damage of the Webbing sling, distinct from the general wear and tear - Transversal or longitudinal cutting, damaging of the edge by cutting or warming up, cutting of the sewings or loops - Chemical attack causing a weakening or softening of the material (indicated by the scaling of the surface of the shaft, ripped off or removed by friction) - Damage caused by heat or frictions indicated by the satin fi nished appearance of the fi bers - Deformation of the extreme end accessory

Webbing slings, sensitive to the sun, can be damaged by the ultra-violet rays of the sun and therefore be weakened without modifying their colour ; so, be careful of slings under direct sun light !



ANCHOR THE LOAD (fi tted with anchoring point)> Setting up of hooks and sling :If the load posses anchoring point with lifting ring, it is better to use slings with hook ends, if not use a shackle The hook must be equipped with a safety latch and its dimension must enable easy passing of the ring to a position at the end of the hook ; for multi-leg slings, the passing of the hook in the ring must be performed with the end oriented towards the outward direction :

> In case of slinging with several rings :- Use collar rings, screwed home: contact of the part to be lifted with the entire surface of the collar- The ring must never be used under fl exing: the force must be in the ring plan (diffi culty resolved by the use of swivelling ring)- Each leg of the sling must not sway far off > 45° as compared to the vertical position- In case of anchoring of the load with rings on the sidewalls: use swivelling or adjustable rings

> In case of loads that do not have anchoring point :Use detachable lifting equipment : lifting C-hook, drum and plate clamp, magnetic lifter, etc…

NEVER EXCEED THE CAPACITY !



ANCHOR THE SLING ON THE HOOK OF THE LIFTING DEVICE

A 1-leg sling is connected to the hook on one extreme end : the loop of the sling (or its chain link) must be placed at the end of the hook.

A multi-leg sling is always connected to the hook with chain head link :- Must be correctly positioned on the hook- With small dimension : for a free space on each side of the hook

A fl at webbing sling must be equipped with sewn loop with compatible dimensions as the hook. To avoid the breaking of the sewing wire, the opening angle of the loop must be 20° maximum.

VERIFY SLINGING ANGLE

The WLL of a multi-leg sling depends on the angle (between 1 leg and the vertical position); after having positioned the sling, start by the verifi cation of the slinging angle (with angle size of 45° and 60°, square).

Slings should never be superimposed in the hook.

The hook should prevent the accidental unhooking of slings (safety latch).

D - distance between anchoring pointsH - distance between hook and the line that crosses the two anchoring points

L - normal lenght of a strandH - distance between the hook and the line that crosses the two anchoring points



PROTECT THE SLING AGAINST SHARP EDGES

In case of loads with sharp-edges, it is necessary to use angle parts, appropriate angles irons, protection sleeves (webbing sling) ;

For chain slings, the chain links must not be used in fl exing

PUT THE SLING UNDER TENSION

After having positioned the sling, and performed recommended verifi cations, especially the proper locking of all the linking parts!

1 Never hold the sling by hand (to avoid crushing your fi ngers)!

2 Apply tension progressively without lifting load ! - in order to verify the proper positioning of the hooks on the rings and the head link on the lifting device hook. - the chain link should remain free and positioned inside the hook without being stuck.

3 Once « under tension » ensure that there is neither spin nor loop, knot on the sling element, the legs should not be crossed.

4 Ensure that the strands are put « under tension ».

5 Make sure that the securing of the sling cannot be removed when in operation.

6 Make sure that all the legs participate in the lifting process.

7 If the sling is appropriately positioned, continue the lifting operation to lift the load.

- If the center of gravity is not aligned with the hook, the load will make an unwanted movement; in this case, put down the load and modify slinging to position the hook « vertically » from the center of gravity. - If the load presents an abnormal resistance during the lifting process, do not insist ; fi nd the reason and remove if it is hanged on an abstacle.



MANOEUVRING / LIFTING THE LOAD - Before manoeuvring, fi rst check for the location of the track and the position where the load will be kept, clear the area; - Ensure that there is no tool or object on the load and it will not « fl y over someone’s head » during its movement!- Verify that the lifting, descending and the translation of the load perform freely and without danger;- Perform the lifting smoothly;- During the operation, the sling operator must position himself to accompany the load ; no backward movement is allowed!- The load must be vertically lifted (slant pulling is dangerous!), it must be moved at a moderate pace and avoid the swaying of the load!- Should there be any stop, do not leave the load suspended, always bring it down;- The setting down of the load must be done after stopping the horizontal movement and the absence of swaying; on a suffi ciently solid surface (avoid cover, trap door gutter, fragile structure),- Before stopping the sling, ensure a perfect balance of the load : the load must be perfectly free and stable- To create clearance, do not pull the slings with lifting device but rather by hand.

STORAGE- Keep the slings on a rack, immediately after use and inspection, in a clear and dry environment; - Never leave them on the fl oor, heaps, avoid « dragging » them : suspend or stretch them along on a plane surface ;- Never expose to shock or make them undergo shocks or run over by vehicles ;- Never expose webbing slings to direct sunlight ;- Clean them as often as possible; oil them lightly, if necessary ;- Ensure that their identifi cation label is visible and present on the sling ;- Damaged slings must be removed from service and labeled as « out of service ».

NEVER knot the slings!NEVER pivot the slings on a sharp angle!NEVER lift a load higher than that indicated, never with hook end !NEVER use the sling to handle or lift the personnel!NEVER uncouple the load before it is completely free and stable !NEVER go under the handled load!NEVER shorten a sling if it does not have appropriate system!NEVER place hands or fi ngers between the load and the sling!NEVER place your feet under the load!

ANY MODIFICATION OR REPAIRING OF THE SLING WITHOUT PRIOR AGREEMENT FROM US CANCELS OUR GUARANTEE AND REPONSIBILITY !BEFORE ANY ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES ON THE SLING, MAKE SURE THE DEVICE IS IN CONFORMITY WITH THE STANDARD RECOMMENDATIONS.



Since 1st January 1995, lifting accessories and components lifting accessories must be manufactured in accordance with article R.233-24 of the Labour Code (transposition of the directive « Machines » 98/37/CE, modifi ed by the 2006/42/CE of 17-March 2006).That text contains design regulation obligations, deals with mechanical resitance, aptitude to work, marking, instruction manual, as a supplement, the Decree of 18 Deccember 1992 fi x the safety factor, appliable to lifting accessories.

VERIFICATIONSLifting accessories (among which are slings) are subjected to the recommendations of article R.233-11 of the Labour Code, relative to periodic verifi cations (from the date of putting it into service); their content is specifi ed in the Decree of 1st March 2004 (replacing the decree of 9 June 1993),The performance of these verifi cations must be performed by the head of the establishment where the accessories are used, by qualifi ed personnel who regularly exercises this activity belonging : - either to the establishment (user), - either to an inspection agency (verifi cation or control agency).

> VERIFICATION « BEFORE PUTTING INTO SERVICE » - before using accessory for the fi rst time in the company : carry out adequate test, static test (for fairly used lifting accessory); - After a dismantling operation, reassembly or modifi cation (putting doubt on safety) : adequate examination, conservation state examination and a static test should be performed

> « PERIODIC » GENERAL VERIFICATION (art. R.233-11) : - before detecting any damages likely to cause danger in good time : a yearly inspection should performed (such dates for inspection should be adhered to), or more frequent examinations that proves to be necessary according to the use of the accessories and the aggressive state of the environment.

USE OF LIFTING ACCESSORIESRegulation contained in articles R.233-1 à R.233-13-19 of the Labour Code :- Choice of work equipments and therefore lifting accessories ;- Training of the personnel using accessories and affected to their maintenance ;- Measures of organisation, installation and implementation :

> Extracts of article. R.233-13 :When the worker hooks or unhooks a load by hand, works must be organized in such a way that these operations can be performed with complete safety ; during these operations no operation of the lifting accessory must be performed as long as the worker has not given his agreement;

The lifting accessories must be chosen and used according to the load to be lifted, prehension points, anchoring device and atmospheric conditions, also taking into account the mode and confi guration of slinging; The contents of bulk loads destined to be hooked on a working equipment which is used for lifting must be able to resist pressures during loading, transport, handling and storage of the load and to be opposed to the untimely fl ow of all or part of the latter during the same operations.

The lifting accessories must be stored in order to avoid damage. Once it presents signs of wear and tear likely to cause a break, they must be removed from service.

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