Lifting Equipment Flashcards
1
Q
Can lifting equipment not designed for use by a person be used?
A
- Only in exceptional circumstances
2
Q
What markings are required on lifting equipment?
A
- SWL
- Lifting equipment not designed for lifting a person is marked so
3
Q
Define a competent person
A
- Person with theoretical knowledge and practical experince
4
Q
What must you ensure during a lifting operation
A
No load could;
- strike or injure somone
- drift dangeroulsy or fall freely
- Release unintentionally
- No personnel are positioned beneath suspended loads
- All ops should be planned, supervised anad carried out in a safe manner
- Weather can have a significant impact
5
Q
How often should lifting equipment be inspected?
A
To be thoroughly examined by a competent person
- Equipment and accessorys for lifting persons every 6 months
- All other lifting equipment 12 months
All equipment to be inspected at suitable intervals by a compotent person
