Overhead Crane Monthly Audit

Ratchet and electric chain hoists need to be inspected monthly to ensure better crane performance. Use this template to perform a detailed equipment evaluation for overhead cranes, capture photos of defects and notify persons in-charge for immediate resolution.

Title Page

Crane Serial #
Client / Site
Location
Conducted on
Prepared by

General Information

Take a photo of the crane
Take a photo of the Registration #
Crane Year, Make and Model
Lifting Capacity

Ratchet Chain Hoists

Equipment

Load Chain
Remove any foreign material from the chain.
Inspect both load and lift chain for wear using a gauge.
Inspect chain for gouges, nicks, arc burns, twisted, bent and worn or damaged links.
Lower hook and throat opening measurement
Upper hook and throat opening measurement
Safety Latch
Hook Swivel
Hook Pin
Self Energizing Brake
Ratchet Mechanism
Inspect sheaves for wear and freedom of movement.
Inspect dead end pins
Attachment of the Chain to Hoist

Electric Chain Hoist

Equipment

Structural Support System
Mounting Base
Vertical Support Column
Horizontal Support Column
Support and Beam - Maximum rated capacity stenciled on the beam

Main Hoist

Clean the chain by removing any foreign material such as dirt and grease and inspect the chain for wear using a gauge.
Slack the chain and observe if wear exists at interlink bearing surface between the links
Inspect the loose end-link, loose end screw and dead end block and clevis pin on the double reeved units.
Inspect sheave wheel for freedom of movement.
Mechanical load spring brake
Electric brake
Lower hook and throat opening measurement
Upper Hook
Hook Swivel
Hook Pin
Chain Drum
Guards
Limit Switches

Operational

Inspect that all connections are made and screw terminals are tight.
Check the ground screws to see that the ground wires of the pendant push button cable and power cord are secure.
Master Switch