Chains forming a part of vessel's cargo gear must not be used when, due to stretch, the increase of length of a measured section exceeds five percent, when a link is damaged, or when other external defects are evident. Chains must not be shortened by bolting, wiring, or knotting.
Wash. Admin. Code § 296-304-16025
Order 74-25, § 296-304-16025, filed 5/7/74.