Section 408.14439. Wire rope and chain.  


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  • (1) A wire rope or chain on a crane, lift or  hoist   used  to lift or carry molten metal shall:

    (a)    Be inspected weekly for wear or defects and   shall   be   replaced    if worn or defective.

    (b)   Have a designed safety factor of not less than 8.

    (2)   A wire rope shall have an independent wire rope core.

History: 1979 AC.