Iowa hoist inspections

DSM Hoist Safety Tips

The way that you store your chain plays a huge role in life expectancy.

Ensure that you are storing chain in a clean, dry environment with ventilation. Never store them in a place where they are exposed to weather. Oil or lube the chains before they are placed in prolonged storage. Keep them organized for future use (adding, it makes periodic inspections go much easier too.)

OSHA 1926.1427 (b) Operator Training - The employer must provide each operator-in-training with sufficient training through a combination of formal & practical instruction to ensure that the operator-in-training develops the skills, knowledge, and ability to recognize and avert risk necessary to operate the equipment safely for assigned work.

When it comes to safety and staying compliant with osha guidelines, we will help develop a plan so that every worker in your facility gets the proper training to feel confident in their rigging & operator responsibilities.

If you employ a large staff & it is feasible for your facility to appoint a full time Trainer, We have a program that would be perfect for you called “Train the Trainer.” Give us a call & tell us about your facility and how we can benefit you.

TAG LINES

Safety Tip: Tag Lines for Safer Lifts

When lifting and moving a load, remember these key tag lines:

  • Keep communication clear with tag lines.

  • Use tag lines to guide the load safely.

  • Safety first: tag lines help prevent accidents.

  • Ensure smooth lifts with proper tag line usage.

  • Tag lines: essential for precision in moving loads. Remember, tag lines make every lift safer and more efficient! Stay safe out there.

Never Give UP!

You know that little sprout of a business idea that keeps popping up in your head, but you really don’t know what to do with it yet? I want to encourage you today to go get a clean notebook and write it down. This notebook will be reserved solely for your idea. Take time every day and brainstorm a little, form categories, draw diagrams, make a list of people who you could connect with. This business idea’s only chance of survival is your attention.

always remember, everything that is great today started as a little idea sprout

Know the capacity of your Crane and Hoist

A prime cause of accidents regarding overhead cranes and hoists is Overloading. Before any lift, always know the capacity of the overhead crane and hoist you are using. Also pay close attention to the lower lifting apparatuses (BTHLDs) for working load limit. And know the weight of the material you are lifting!