Course Title

1. Introduction to Lifting Equipment Inspection

• Overview of lifting equipment and rigging gear categories including (slings, hooks, shackles, and chain hoists)

• Applicable international standards and regulatory requirements including (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.184, ASME B30.10, and local lifting equipment regulations)

• Roles and responsibilities including (competent person, rigger, and equipment custodian duties)

• Overview of lifting equipment failures and their primary causes including (undetected wear, overloading, and improper storage)

2. Sling Types and Inspection Criteria

• Wire rope sling construction and inspection including (broken wires, kinking, and corrosion)

• Synthetic web and round sling inspection including (cuts, abrasion, chemical damage, and stitching integrity)

• Chain sling inspection including (link wear, stretch, and deformation)

• Rejection criteria and safe working load verification for each sling type

3. Hooks, Shackles, and Rigging Hardware

• Hook inspection criteria in accordance with ASME B30.10 including (throat opening deformation, twisting, and crack detection)

• Shackle inspection including (pin condition, body deformation, and correct pin engagement)

• Master links and connecting hardware inspection including (wear, elongation, and load rating verification)

• Identifying counterfeit or non-rated hardware including (missing markings and inconsistent load stamps)

4. Chain Blocks, Hoists, and Lifting Machines

• Manual chain block inspection including (chain condition, load hook function, and brake mechanism checks)

• Lever hoist inspection including (gear condition, load chain wear, and housing integrity)

• Basic wire rope hoist inspection considerations including (drum condition and rope termination checks)

• Identifying signs of mechanical wear requiring equipment withdrawal

5. Pre-Use Inspection Procedures

• Conducting a structured visual pre-use inspection including (systematic checkpoint sequencing and adequate lighting)

• Functional testing where applicable including (brake function and free movement verification)

• Load rating and identification tag verification including (working load limit confirmation and equipment traceability)

• Environmental and storage condition assessment including (exposure to heat, moisture, and chemical contact)

6. Defect Identification, Tagging, and Reporting

• Common defect indicators including (corrosion, deformation, cracking, and excessive wear)

• Tagging and withdrawal from service procedures including (out-of-service labeling and physical removal)

• Reporting and documentation requirements including (inspection logs, defect reports, and equipment history records)

• Escalation procedures for suspect or non-conforming equipment

7. Group Discussion and Case Studies

• Case studies from regional lifting equipment failures including (sling failure during lift, hook deformation incidents, and undetected chain wear) and lessons learned in prevention

• Group discussion on common inspection shortfalls including (rushed inspections, inadequate lighting, and missed documentation)

• Sharing regional best practices including (heat and dust-related storage considerations)

• Discussion on integrating lifting equipment inspection within site HSE management systems