Chapter 5 Flashcards
Slings, Chain & Shackles
How are Synthetic, Wire Ropes, and Chain Slings used in lieu of rope?
To provide an attachment point on cross arms, poles, or steel structures for rigging
Why are Synthetic, Wire Ropes, and Chain Slings popular amongst utility companies?
They are strong, durable, relatively inexpensive and are tagged with specific weight ratings, which improves safety
Why are slings especially attractive in the power delivery industry?
They are non-conductive
What are the most common configurations when using Synthetic, Wire rope or Chain slings?
- Vertical
- Choke
- Basket
What is a choke good for?
About half the rating of a Vertical
What is a Basket good for?
About twice the rating of a Vertical
How does a Vertical Configuration work?
- Normally more than one sling is involved
- Sometimes referred to as a Bridle Type
- One Vertical line to each Corner
- Keeps Load level, while distributing weight between slings
How does a Choker Configuration work?
- Allows the sling to bite down into place and minimize slip
- More Strain = Tighter Choke
- Most common when setting poles or stationary rigging points
- Significantly reduces sling strength
- Only be used when a basket configuration is not possible
How does a Basket Configuration work?
- The Strongest Configuration
- Distributes weight to each eye
- Supporting poles from a boom during framing
- Pole can be easily rotated
What’s another name for Synthetic Slings?
Web Slings
What is the most common material used for Synthetic Slings?
Nylon
What does the Name Tag provide?
- WLL per Configuration
- Manufacturer’s code number that denotes they type, ply, duty rating, and the width
What happens if the name tag is missing or illegible?
Sling must be removed from service
Properties of a Type 3 (Flat Eye to Eye)
- Eyes woven into each end
- Choker, Basket or Vertical
- Inexpensive, Very Common
Properties of of a Type 4 (Twisted Eye and Eye)
- Eyes woven into each end
- Eyes twister at Right Angles
- More effective for Chokers and Baskets
Properties of a Type 5 (Endless)
Continuous Loop Slings
Properties of a Type 6 (Reversed Eye)
- Formed using multiple widths of webbing held edge to edge stitched together through the middle
- Wear Pads on each side
- Eyes are turned at right angles
Properties of a Type 1 (Triangle Choker)
Different sized metal eyes to be used in as a choker
Properties of a Type 2 (Triangle to Triangle)
- Same size triangular metal eyes in each end
- Used only in Basket or Vertical
What should you be looking for when inspecting synthetic slings?
- Loose Stitching
- Torn Fibers
- Abrasions
- Other Defects
What’re you checking for when reading the name tag on a Synthetic Sling?
Make sure it is adequately rated for your application
What shouldn’t you expose synthetic slings to?
Heat
What must you do before installing slings around sharp edges and corners?
Sharp edges and corners must be padded before installing slings
What’s one more aspect that can be damaging to Synthetic Slings?
- Ultraviolet Light
- When stored, slings should be in a dry environment out of the sun
Common properties for wire rope slings?
Used for lifting very heavy loads