Washington Administrative Code › Title 296 - Labor and Industries, Department of › Chapter 296-155 - Safety standards for construction work › Part L - CRANES, RIGGING, AND PERSONNEL LIFTING › Section 296-155-53204 - Additional inspection criteria and proof load testing-Articulating boom cranes

Current through Register Vol. 24-14, July 15, 2024
(1) After it is
				determined that the crane configurations meet the criteria in WAC
				296-155-53200, the accredited
				crane certifier must visually inspect the following items, if applicable, on
				cranes for sound physical condition and that they are functional within the
				manufacturer's recommendations (not including removal of inspection covers):
(a) All control and drive mechanisms for
				adjustments interfering with proper operation and for excessive wear or
				contamination by lubricants or other foreign matter;
(b) Safety devices for malfunction;
(c) All hydraulic hoses, particularly those
				which flex in normal operation of crane functions;
(d) Hooks and latches for deformation,
				chemical damage, cracks, and wear;
(e) Rope reeving for compliance with crane
				manufacturer's specifications;
(f)
				Electrical apparatus for malfunctioning, signs of excessive deterioration,
				dirt, and moisture accumulation;
(g) Hydraulic system for proper oil level and
				leaks;
(h) Excessively worn or
				damaged tires. Recommended inflation pressure, cuts, and loose wheel
				nuts;
(i) Connecting pins and
				locking device for wear and damage;
(j) Deformed, cracked, or corroded members in
				the crane structure and carrier;
(k) Loose bolts, particularly mounting
				bolts;
(l) Cracked or worn sheaves
				and drums;
(m) Worn, cracked, or
				distorted parts such as pins, bearings, shafts, gears, rollers, and locking
				devices;
(n) Excessive wear on
				brake and clutch system parts and lining;
(o) Travel steering, braking, and locking
				devices, for malfunction;
(p)
				Hydraulic, pneumatic and other pressurized hoses, fittings and tubing, as
				follows:
(i) Flexible hose or its junction
				with the fittings for indications of leaks.
(ii) Threaded or clamped joints for
				leaks.
(iii) Outer covering of the
				hose for blistering, abnormal deformation or other signs of failure/impending
				failure.
(iv) Outer surface of a
				hose, rigid tube, or fitting for indications of excessive abrasion or
				scrubbing;
(q) Hydraulic
				and pneumatic pumps and motors, as follows:
(i) Performance indicators: Unusual noises or
				vibration, low operating speed.
(ii) Loose bolts or fasteners.
(iii) Shaft seals and joints between pump
				sections for leaks;
(r)
				Hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders, as follows:
(i) Drifting.
(ii) Rod seals and welded joints for
				leaks.
(iii) Cylinder rods for
				scores, nicks and dents.
(iv) Case
				(barrel) for significant dents;
(s) Crane cleanliness and housekeeping.
				Inspect for trash, oil, grease, debris or excessive dirt on crane components
				and catwalks, if applicable;
(t)
				Legible warning labels and decals as required by the manufacturer;
(u) A portable fire extinguisher, with a
				basic minimum extinguishing rating of 10 BC must be installed in the cab or at
				the machinery housing;
(v) A
				legible and applicable operator's manual and load chart is in the operator's
				cab or station.