Lifting & Rigging Safety: What Certified Gear Should Include

Certified lifting and rigging equipment helps reduce incidents and downtime. This guide covers what to look for when specifying gear for mining and industrial sites.

Key items to verify

• Working Load Limit (WLL) clearly marked

• Certification and inspection records

• Correct sling type for the application

• Compatibility with shackles, hooks, and lifting points

• Storage and handling requirements to prevent damage

Common mistakes that cause failures

• Using damaged slings or hardware

• Incorrect angles and load distribution

• Mixing uncertified components

• Skipping routine inspections

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