Section 408.14926. Cracked or deformed links or hooks; removal from service.  


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  • Rule 4926. (1) Alloy steel chain slings with cracked or deformed master links, coupling links, or other components shall be removed from service.

    (2) A sling shall be removed from service if the hook is cracked, has been opened more than 15% of the normal throat opening measured at the narrowest point, or twisted more than 10 degrees from the plane of the unbent hook.

History: 1979 AC; 2014 AACS.