EXAMINATION CHECKLIST: WINCH LIFTERS
CHECK HOOKS
Corrosion, cracks, damage, distortion, throat opening, security of attachment points and sub-structures, fasteners, welds, full or partial seizure of rotating components, safety latches, etc.
CHECK WINCH STRUCTURE
Corrosion, cracks, damage, distortion, wear, security of attachment points and sub-structures, fasteners, welds, etc.
CHECK WINCH MECHANISM including motor, brake, couplings, gearbox, drum, chain, wheel and bearings
Alignment, corrosion, cracks, damage, distortion, wear, adequacy of lubrication, functionality and mode of operation, full or partial seizure of rotating components, rope fit, etc.
CHECK ELECTRICAL CONTROL PANEL & WIRING, where applicable
Functionality and mode of operation, insulation, continuity, etc.
CHECK OPERATOR CONTROLS
Functionality and mode of operation, insulation, continuity, security of connections, cracks, damage, distortion, wear, etc.
CHECK WIRE ROPE including anchorages, guides, sheaves/pins, bearings, bottom block and hook(s)
Corrosion, cracks, damage, distortion, wear, kinks, broken wires, adequacy of lubrication, rope fit, reeving, specification and condition, full or partial seizure of rotating components, safety latches, security of attachment points and sub-structures, fasteners, welds, anchorages, etc.
CHECK ELECTRICAL CONTROL PANEL & WIRING
Functionality and mode of operation, insulation, continuity, security of electrical connections, etc.
CHECK POWER FEED SYSTEM
Functionality and mode of operation, security of hose connections, leaks, etc.
CHECK RCI / RCL DEVICES
Functionality and mode of operation, calibration, etc.