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E.O.T. cranes -Standards for inspection of lifting devices

E.O.T. cranes -Standards for inspection of lifting devices

E.O.T. cranes -Standards for inspection of lifting devices

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Electric Overhead Traveling (E.O.T.) cranes- What are the minimum standards for non-destructive testing & inspection of lifting devices (i.e. crane hooks, c-hooks, coil grabs, etc.)and what are these tests (ASTM, OSHA, etc.)? How frequently must these tests be performed (semi-annually, yearly)?

Thanks in Advance,
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RE: E.O.T. cranes -Standards for inspection of lifting devices

A good reference for you is the NASA Standard for Lifting Devices and Equipment. It 'should' be available via a search from nasa.gov website ...  Look for " NASA-STD-8719.9 " Although this applies directly only to NASA and it's contractors, all of the OSHA, ANSI, ASME documents are referenced - and there are many. It's a good compilation but you might need to consult the referenced documents to get the whole story.   

RE: E.O.T. cranes -Standards for inspection of lifting devices

OSHA will direct you to the ANSI documents. Check the ANSI website for the regulations for your particular lifting device.
You have to satisfy the  ANSI Rules.

RE: E.O.T. cranes -Standards for inspection of lifting devices

Look in the ASME B30 series, too

RE: E.O.T. cranes -Standards for inspection of lifting devices

OSHA requires daily, monthly and annual inspection unless stricter inspection is required by the crane manufacturer. The Crane Institute (do a web search) is a good source to obtain inspection forms, training and literature from.

I have the hooks and other items MT whenever I have an NDE technician in that shop.

RE: E.O.T. cranes -Standards for inspection of lifting devices

Also make sure you have a load test certification on lifting devices. Must be tested at 125% of rated load.

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