Section 77.1403 - Daily examination of hoisting equipmentHoists and elevators shall be examined daily and such examinations shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
(a)Elevators.(1) A visual examination of the ropes for wear, broken wires, and corrosion, especially at excessive strain points such as near the attachments and where the rope rests on the sheaves;(2) An examination of the elevator for loose, missing or defective parts;(b)Hoists and elevators.(1) An examination of the rope fastenings for defects;(2) An examination of sheaves for broken flanges, defective bearings, rope alignment, and proper lubrication; and(3) An examination of the automatic controls and brakes required under § 77.1401 .48 FR 53241, Nov. 25, 1983 Sec. 101, Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977, Pub. L. 91-173 as amended by Pub. L. 95-164 , 91 Stat. 1291 (30 U.S.C. 811