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PROCEDURE FOR INSPECTION AND

CERTIFICATION OF

WEBBING SLING

Prepared By: M Hamza

Reviewed By: Naresh Kumar

Authorized By: Waqas Arshad

Procedure Ref #.: SW/TIP-WS/002 Rev.2 Issue Date:15/06/2018

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INDEX

1.0 Intent
2.0 Objective
3.0 Duties/ Responsibilities
4.0 Verification
5.0 Examination
6.0 Acceptance Level/ Rejection Criteria
7.0 Reporting

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1. Intent:
To define and outline the responsibilities, sequence and procedural requirements for
Flat webbing sling and Round sling Inspection in accordance with International
Standards mentioned below.

2. Objective:
This procedure covers all Inspection bodies in all areas.

3. Duties / Responsibilities:
 The Inspector assigned for the job has to be a competent person with sufficient
experience and knowledge in the inspection/ test of lifting equipment.
 Lifting head is responsible for the review of this Procedure.
 Lifting head is responsible for the preparation and revision of this procedure.
 The deputy manager is responsible for the review of the procedure and General
Manager is responsible for the Approval.

Sr.
Applicable Standards Title Identifier
No
Textile slings, Safety Flat woven webbing slings made
1 BS EN 1492-1:2000+A1:2008
of man-made fibers for general purpose use
UAE. Federal Ministry of Law Federal Ministry of Law and Social Affairs, 10.1.83 -
2 10.1.83 M.O. No: 32 – Article 20

Note:
1. Also, considerations and reference to the standard /code to which the equipment has
been built has to be given due attention.
2. Related reference standard may also be referred during inspection / test.
3. In addition to requirements stipulated in this document, Project site/ Client specific
requirements are applied and shall be followed all the time.

4. Verification

4.1 Flat Webbing Sling

4.1.1 Materials

 Polyamide (PA), high tenacity multifilament

 Polyester (PES), high tenacity multifilament
 Polypropylene (PP), high tenacity multifilament

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The material from which the webbing is made shall be identified by the color of the
label itself on which the information is marked. The following label colors shall be
used:
 Polyamide - Green
 Polyester - Blue
 Polypropylene – Brown

4.1.2 Width

Width of the webbing sling shall not be less than 25 mm and also shall not exceed
450 mm
Tolerance limit for width is
±10% for nominal widths less than or equal to 100mm
±8% for nominal widths greater than 100mm

4.1.3 Weaving

 Inspect Webbing slings to confirm it has multiple plies, uniformly woven and
the edges such that when one of the yards breaks during weaving the ends
cannot be pulled from the webbing causing it to unpick.
 Also inspect the method of weaving shall be such that the width of the
finished sling changes by no more that -10% for widths less than or equal to
100 mm, and -12% for widths over 100 mm.

4.1.4 Effective working length

The effective working length (EWL) of a flat woven webbing sling shall not differ
from the nominal length by more than 3 % of the nominal length, when laid flat
and measured with a steel tape or rule graduated in increments of 1 mm.

4.1.5 Factor of Safety

The minimum failure force for the sewn webbing component shall be such that it
will sustain a force equivalent to 7 times the WLL when tested.

4.1.6 Traceability Code

The traceability code, which is to be included in the marking shall enable at least the
following basic elements of the manufacturing record to be traced:

 Identification of webbing
 Identification of manufacturer's control
 Identification and grade of fittings.

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4.1.7 Marking

 The working load limit, in straight lift;

 The material of the webbing, i.e. polyester, polyamide, polypropylene
 Grade of fitting
 The nominal length in m.
 The manufacturer's name, symbol, trade mark or other unambiguous
identification and, where applicable, the name and address of the authorized
representative
 The traceability code
 The number and relevant Part of this European Standard.

4.1.8 Proof Load

Load shall be applied 2 times of WLL atleast 10 minutes. After load testing,
found any damage on webbing sling shall be considered not satisfactory. Proof load
shall be done by manufacturer before issued the certificate of webbing sling.

5. Examination
 Ensure that label/tag is still firmly attached to specify SWL and
identification/location markings clearly. withdrawal criteria including
missing/damaged label or illegible marking
 Inspect the webbing sling along its full length for cuts, tears, bursts, stitching,
crushing, and chemical or heat damage. If such is identified, withdraw the
sling from service.
 Chemical damage is difficult to detect until advanced deterioration has
occurred. In advanced state, surface powdering or loss of sleeve coloring
occurs.
Heat damage can be generated by friction. This will cause a smooth shiny area on
the outer surface and causes internal fiber damage.

6. Acceptance Criteria/ Rejection Level

6.1 Flat Webbing Sling

 Missing or illegible Identification Number or Safe Working Load

 Any mechanical damage i.e. nicks, cuts, gouges, etc.
 Any worn stitching in load bearing areas
 Any breakage of the stitches on the body or the eye
 Any burn marks i.e. melting, charring etc
 Any sign of chemical damage
 Any friction damage or badly abraded spots
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 Knotted slings
 Any fiber brittleness or extruding fine dust due to extended UV exposure
 Any fiber brittleness or extruding fine dust due to extended UV exposure
 Any paint or felt tip pen markings on the sling
 If factor of safety below 7:1, It will be rejected

7.0 Reporting

On completion, record examination details and issue report to OIM or designated

Supervisor. If a webbing sling is considered to be unsafe for continued service, a
copy of the last Examination Report must be sent to the company safety officer within
7 days.

8.0 TUV SW RECORDS

SN Control Name Retention Period Document No.

1 Inspection Report or Certificate of Inspection 3 years WS/02
2 Filled-up Inspection Checklist / Rough Reports 1 year LG/02

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