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Inspected on
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Inspected by
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Site
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Location
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Clean equipment before inspection to make it easier to see any damage or defects.
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Body: The markings on the body tell you about the manufacturer, the rated load limit, and the size of the shackle. These markings are forged, cast, or die-stamped on the body.
Pin: The pin markings also tell you about the manufacturer and rated load limits, along with the grade and type of the material used to make it. They are also forged, cast, or die-stamped on the pin. -
Identification/markings present and readable on body & pin?
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If any shackle is more than 10% worn out of its original shape, it is deemed unsafe for use.
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Any signs of damage to the shape?
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Any signs of excessive Corrosion and Pitting? (If you find any signs of pitting, remove the shackle from use immediately).
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Shackles are also susceptible to other forms of physical distortions, and may be bent, twisted, stretched, sagged, and cracked load-bearing components. These damages may become more prominent with age and excessive use.
Check the body, the pin, and the pinholes carefully. You should never try to repair bent, cracked, or twisted shackle components. The only safe option is to remove the damaged shackle from use. -
Are there any other signs of damage, including thread damage?
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Any signs of Heat Damage? (including weld splatter or arc strikes)
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Is the shackle safe to use?
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Please remove any shackles from use if they are damaged and not safe to use. Please raise an action for the office to archive the faulty shackle from the Asset System. Please note how you have removed the shackle from use (Disposed off, returned to office, etc.) When it is determined by the inspector that a shackle is worn out or damaged beyond use, it should be tagged immediately DO NOT USE.
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