Rigging Procedures - Part B Flashcards
What is the main problem with chains?
Chains gives little warning that they are about to break.
Which can withstand shock loading? Chain or Wire Rope
Wire Rope but you should always try to avoid it when possible.
How do you identify chain that is suited for hoisting?
A letter or number will be stamped on the side of the links.
- How often should you inspect hoisting chains in regular use?
- What if not in regular use?
- Once a month
- Before every use
What do most companies recommend chains have?
An identification tag with serial number, swl, and date it was put into use.
Should you inspect a chain after a shock load?
Yes
How do you inspect a chain?
- Clean with a solvent solution
- Use magnifying glass
- Remove any portion of the chain that is worn by 10% or more of the original diameter.
- Inspect for stretch
At what percent should a link be removed
Worn by 10% of diameter
- How do you inspect a bridle sling?
- When do you remove the chain out of service?
- Hang it up and compare the lengths.
- If the stretch is more than 5%
How do you inspect for cracks in a chain?
- Soak part in thin oil, wipe dry and coat with a white powder such as chalk. After severial hours chalk will be discoloured by the penetrated oil.
What is the general capacity?
What is a chain sling load leveller?
Chain that allows the user to position the device by the use of two adjustable sling lengths.
What type of steel do you use for hoisting?
What is it if not chain hoisting?
- Alloy Steel
- Decking Chain
What procedure do you never do to Alloy Steel chains?
Annealing. Will destroy their capacity.
Can grab hooks grab through chain links?
No
Which Natural Fibre is okay to hoist with?
Number One Grade Manila
Label these.
Fibres
Yarns
Strands
Right Lay Rope
How is Fibre Rope Constructed?
By reverse-twisting method. Fibres are right hand twisted into yarn, several yarns are left hand twisted into strands. Then three or four strands are right hand twisted to form a right lay rope.
What is the difference between hard laid, med laid and soft laid natural fibre rope?
How tightly the yarn and strands are tied together.
Which has the highest tensile strength out of hard, med, soft laid.
Soft laid
Which out of hard, med and soft laid provides the most abrasion resistance?
Hard Laid
Which is stronger Synthetic or Natural Fibre Ropes?
Synthetic Fibre Ropes
Does mildew and rot grow on Synthetic ropes?
No
What are some pros of Nylon Rope?
Name some pros for Polypropylene Rope
What are Tucks?
Tucks relate to Fibre Ropes. Tucks are where the strands are passed through the other rope as in a short splice.
Which needs more tucks Synthetic or Natural Fibre Ropes?
Synthetic
What is Whipping?
Used on Natural Fibre Ropes where the ends are bound with fine twine to keep the ends from fraying.
With Synthetic Fibre Ropes can you burn the ends so that the cut ends dont fray?
Yes
What is Safety Factor?
Is the comparison of the Safe Working Load to the Breaking Strength expressed as a ratio.
What is the usual rigging safety factor for Fibre Ropes?
5
What is the definition of a Hitch?
Formed by fastening a rope to an object, such as a ring, hook or post.
What is the definition of a Bend? Regarding ropes.
Formed by intertwining two rope end, either of the same rope to make one endless rope or of two different ropes to make one continous rope.