Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 36-1-34 - Hoist Equipment Daily Visual Examinations34.1. Hoists shall be examined daily according to the manufacturer's recommended guidelines and such examinations shall include, but not be limited to, the following: 34.1.1. An examination of the rope fastenings for defects;34.1.2. An examination of safety catches;34.1.3. An examination of the cages, platforms, or other devices for loose, missing or defective parts;34.1.4. An examination of the head sheaves to check for broken flanges, defective bearings, rope alignment, and proper lubrication;34.1.5. An observation of the lining, wear pads, rollers, and all other equipment and appurtenances installed in the shaft.34.1.6. An examination of attachment point pins on booms and structure.34.1.7. At the completion of each daily examination, the person making the examination shall certify, by signature and date, that the examination has been made. If any unsafe condition is found during the examinations required, the person conducting the examination shall make a record of the condition and the date. Management shall ensure any unsafe conditions are corrected prior to hoisting operations. Certifications and records shall be retained for one (1) year.34.1.8. Hoists shall have rated capacities consistent with loads handled or hoisted. The load capacity of the hoist system shall be posted in a conspicuous place at the loading point(s) and hoisted loads shall not exceed those limits.34.1.9. Hoisting equipment used to transport personnel shall be equipped with over-speed, over-wind, over-lap, and automatic stop controls.