Equipment Owner Type / Model

Manufacturer Serial
Manufacture Date Capacity / SWL
Reference Specification ASME B30.16, BS 3243, Standard Lifting Procedure
BS 4898

A R
Final Result
(A: Accept / R: Reject)

RESULTS
Item Inspection Criteria
Pass Fail N/A Comments

1 General Requirements

1.1 Equipment documents are available

1.2 Previous inspection reports are checked
Serial number and Rated Load are clearly marked or
1.3
tagged
1.4 Chain Block manufacturer’s data available
The examination is to be carried out in adequate
1.5
lighting
2 BODY & HOISTING COMPONENT

Check for general damage to the block body,

2.1 including the gear covers, breaking of torque limiting
devices (if fitted) chain stripper and chain guides.
Operate the block under load and listen for any
2.2 excessive noise (The pawl should make an audible
clicking noise during lifting)
When operated, the block should not require
2.3 excessive effort nor should it jump or the brakes are
seen to slip
The chain sprocket and idler sprocket is to be cleared
2.4
of debris
2.5 Check that the hand chain is not worn or damaged
Check the chain for cracks, nicks, gouges, bent or
2.6
distorted links and any wear, stretch or corrosion
Measure chain diameter and compare to
2.7
manufacturer wear tolerance
Check all chain anchors (if fitted) and chain end stop
2.8
(if fitted) for signs of damage
Check the hooks for cracks, nicks, gouges, corrosion,
opening out of the throat and safety latches fitted or
2.9
some suitable means of preventing the accidental
displacement of the load from the hook
2.10 Check for loose or insecure locking nuts and bolts
2.11 Hoisting unit brakes is working
2.12 All moving parts are lubricated

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