Practice 000.653.3303
Date 01Feb2010
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SCAFFOLDS
GIN WHEEL ERECTION CHECKLIST – USER
1.Attachment Ring
-Free of bends and twists.
-There will be 360-degree free movement.
- SWL-stamped.
- Split pin fitted.
2.Rope Retaining Guide
-Is free of bends and damage.
-Brick is color-coded.
-Split pin fitted.
3.Rope Housing
-Is free of bends and twists and suitable to house a 0.71-inch (18-millimeters) rope.
-There will be 360-degree movement.
-Bush and center hole are in good order.
-Split pin/washers are in good order.
-Center shaft is free of bends, wear, and tear.
4.Before Use Checks
-The wheel must have an identification number.
-The safe working load (SWL) (for example, 110 pounds [50 kilograms]) must be marked on the wheel.
-The wheel will run freely and true, with no visible signs of corrosion, excessive wear, deformity, or contamination from oil, paints, concrete, etc.
-The edge of the wheel must be free from any sharp edges that could damage the rope.
-The wheel must not be crimped, which will prevent the rope from running smoothly.
-The 2 split pins must be in place, unbroken, and not corroded (bent over nails are not an acceptable alternative).
-The center pin must not show any signs of excessive wear.
-The supporting ring/hook must not be cracked, damaged, or deformed.
-The rope will have a means of identification (ID tag with SWL).
-The rope must be in sound condition and is not cut, frayed, worn, or damaged.
-The rope must not be kinked or contaminated by oil, paints, etc.
-The rope core must be firm and consistent along the rope length.
-The ends of the rope will be properly spliced.
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