EXAMINATION CHECKLIST: FIBRE ROPE SLING
CHECK FIBRE ROPE
Damage, tears, cuts, abrasions, friction burns, heat damage, chemical attack, U.V. degradation, heat damage, soiling, mildew, inner fibre cuts, inner fibre crushing, etc.
CHECK MARKINGS
Presence, accuracy and condition of markings.
CHECK METAL END FITTINGS
Corrosion, cracks, damage, distortion, opening of the throat, deposits that cannot be removed, security of attachment points and sub-structures, fastener, welds, full or partial seizure of rotating components, safety latches, etc.