When using chains and chain slings on the job, you need to keep a few important things in mind. According to the National Safety Council “Supervisors’ Safety Manual,” chains should never be overloaded. Common causes of chain failure include metal fatigue, bending or deforming the chain links, and fragility due to defects in the metal.
To prevent chain failure, it is important to regularly check chains or chain sling links. NSC also recommends purchasing chain slings complete from the manufacturer and returning them to the manufacturer for repairs. Additionally, NSC cautions against inserting a bolt or nail between two broken links in an attempt to hold them together….
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Safe use and storage of chains
