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Hardware, Hoists, and Hitches

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ObjectivesWhen trainees have completed this session, they should be able to do the following:

1. Identify and describe various types of rigging slings, hardware, and equipment.a. Identify and describe various types of slings.b. Describe how to inspect various types of slings.c. Identify and describe how to inspect common rigging hardware.d. Identify and describe various types of hoists.e. Identify and describe basic rigging hitches and the related emergency

stop signal.

Related Performance Task:Demonstrate the proper ASME emergency stop hand signal.

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ShacklesScrew-pin chain and anchor shackles are the most common.

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Shackles

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Screw pin shackles should not be over-

tightened; tools should not be necessary. Avoid placing the load against

the pin.

Eyebolts Unless an eyebolt has a shoulder, it should only be used for a

straight vertical lift.

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Eyebolts

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Lifting clamps are very handy for moving sheet

material or other thin-walled components, such as sheet

piles and large pipe.

Eyebolts

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Like other rigging hardware, lifting clamps

should be inspected prior to each use.

Hooks

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As durable as they may seem, rigging operations and mishandling can permanently damage these components.

Hooks Rigging hooks are available in a surprising number of configurations.

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Hoists

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The gearing system of the hoist is the secret to its lifting power.

Hoists

Chain hoists with a hook on the top can be taken to the job site and quickly set up.

In an open area, an A-frame can also be set up over the load to provide an anchor

point.

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Hoists

A ratchet-lever chain hoist is typically designed for use in lifting. Cable come-alongs are generally not a safe choice

for any type of lifting or critical pull where an unexpected release can cause property damage or injury.

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Hitches

A hitch is created using slings and other rigging hardware to form the

connection between the lifting equipment and the load. Tag lines are often

necessary to further control the load, especially to

prevent spinning.

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Hitches

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A bridle hitch is formed using two or more single hitches.

Hitches

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It may be tempting to use a simple hook to create a choker quickly. A shackle must be used for this purpose.

Hitches As mentioned previously, avoid placing the load against the

pin of a shackle.

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Hitches Bundles of loose items are best handled with the double-wrap choker

hitch. Note that there is nothing to gain by jamming the shackle down to create a tighter choke! Additional stress is actually created this way.

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Hand Signals

This is the one and only hand signal that anyone can present

in the midst of a rigging operation, regardless of skill level. Only qualified riggers

should direct a lifting operation through hand signals.

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Wrap Up – Trade Term ReviewBlock and tackleA simple rope-and-pulley system used to lift loads.

BridleA configuration using two or more slings to connect a load to a single hoist hook.

Bull ringA single ring used to attach multiple slings to a hoist hook.

CoreCenter support member of a wire rope around which the strands are laid.

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HitchThe rigging configuration by which a sling connects the load to the hoist hook. The three basic types of hitches are vertical, choker, and basket.

HoistA device that applies a mechanical force for lifting or lowering a load.

Lifting clampA device used to move loads such as steel plates or concrete panels without the use of slings.

LoadThe total amount of what is being lifted, including all slings, hitches, and hardware.

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PlaneA surface in which a straight line joining two points lies wholly within that surface.

Rated capacityThe maximum load weight a sling or piece of hardware or equipment can hold or lift. Also referred to as the working load limit (WLL).

Rejection criteriaStandards, rules, or tests on which a decision can be based to remove an object or device from service because it is no longer safe.

Rigging hookAn item of rigging hardware used to attach a sling to a load.

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Load controlThe safe and efficient practice of load manipulation, using proper communication and handling techniques.

Load stressThe strain or tension applied on the rigging by the weight of the suspended load.

Master linkThe main connection fitting for chain slings.

One-rope layThe lengthwise distance it takes for one strand of a wire rope to make one complete turn around the core.

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ShackleCoupling device used in an appropriate lifting apparatus to connect the rope to eye fittings, hooks, or other connectors.

SheaveA grooved pulley-wheel for changing the direction of a rope’s pull; often found on a crane.

SlingWire rope, alloy steel chain, metal mesh fabric, synthetic rope, synthetic webbing, or jacketed synthetic continuous loop fibers made into forms, with or without end fittings, used to handle loads.

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UnstrandingDescribes wire rope strands that have become untwisted. This weakens the rope and makes it easier to break.

Warning yarnA component of the sling that shows the rigger whether the sling has suffered too much damage to be used.

Wire ropeA rope made from steel wires that are formed into strands and then laid around a supporting core to form a complete rope; sometimes called cable.

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Sling legsThe parts of the sling that reach from the attachment device around the object being lifted.

Sling reachA measure taken from the master link of the sling, where it bears weight, to either the end fitting of the sling or the lowest point on the basket.

SpliceTo join together.

StrandA group of wires wound, or laid, around a center wire, or core. Strands are laid around a supporting core to form a rope.

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Tag lineRope that runs from the load to the ground. Riggers hold on to tag lines to keep a load from swinging or spinning during the lift.

Tattle-tailCord attached to the strands of an endless loop sling. It protrudes from the jacket. A tattle-tail is used to determine if an endless sling has been stretched or overloaded.

Threaded shankA connecting end of a fastener, such as a bolt, with a series of spiral grooves cut into it. The grooves are designed to mate with grooves cut into another object in order to join them together.

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