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3.2 RESCUE DEVICES
DBI SALA 8302500 INSPECTION
The following must be inspected:
•All structural components of the rescue device including support legs, upright column or boom arm shall be straight and free from deformations (curves or bends).
• There shall be no evidence of cracks on welds or any other part of the device.
•All legs of a single device shall have the same base-type component to make contact with the ground so as to ensure even footing.
•Rescue line shall be free from cuts or tears or other visible damage. In addition, the rescue line shall not exhibit any fraying.
• The locking clip on the retrieval snap hook shall be checked each time the device is set up for proper operation. Particular attention shall be given to hooks that exhibit rusting.
• The winch shall be checked for proper operation, and all gears shall be checked for missing teeth.
•All bolts installed on the device shall be present and secure.
• The securing pin (detent pin) must be present for safe storage.
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