Chain Slings

Never use a sling without training.
Always inform yourself…Ask your employer for the manufacturer’s sling use limitations.
Always comply with applicable Federal and local regulations.
Always know load weight.
Never use a sling without a legible rated load tag.
Never overload a sling.
Never ride on sling or load.
Never use an improper sling configuration.
Never use a worn-out or damaged sling.
Never use a sling in extreme temperatures.
Never use a sling in acidic conditions.
Never use a sling without training. OSHA regulation requires responsible work practice.
“The employee shall permit only those employees qualified by training or experience to operate equipment or machinery”- OSHA 1926.20 (a) (4).
Employee training should include information given in OSHA training literature, ASME B30.10a – 1996 “Hooks” safety standards and this document.
Always inform yourself. Ask your employer for chain sling safe use information.
“The employer shall instruct each employee in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions and the regulations applicable to his work environment to control or eliminate any hazards or other exposure to injury” – OSHA 1926.21 (b) (2).