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Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3Rigging EquipmentOSHA 1910.184 Slings: governs slings made from alloy steel chain, wire rope, metal mesh, natural or synthetic fiber rope, and synthetic web. Link to Article Understanding Lift Magnet Compliance 0 Material Handling Equipment 1

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Mate rial Handling and Storage Material Handling and Storage1Module 3To safely use slings take the following precautions:A competent person should conduct inspections of slings before and during useRe move damaged or defective slings f rom service Source 1910.84 ( d)

Mate rial Handling and Storage Material Handling and Storage 22Module 3To safely use slings take the following precautions: “Do not kink sling legs Do not load sl ings beyo nd their rated capacity Ke ep susp e nd e d l o ads cl e ar of all obstructions Remain clear of loads about to be lifted and suspended Do not engage in shock loading Avoid sudden crane acceleration and deceleration when moving suspended loads” Do not use knots or bolts or other makeshift devices to shorten slings Link to OSHA Publication 2236

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3ChainsOverhead crane, chain, hook and hardware usedto move beams during fabricationMaterial Handling Equipment 23

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3ChainsInspect prior to use – each shift and during useDiscard defective equipmentDo not over load riggingSpecialized Hooks – cla mps – should be proof tested Link to OSHA Guidance to Slings Material Handling Equipment 3 4 C hain m arking Do not use because of different Grade of material

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3ID tag attachedListing -- size, grade, rated capacity & MfgHook – ring – load rating not less than chain’s ratingNo make shift equipment – hook, rod s, bolts When to discard chain? Wear exceed s l i mits of 19 1 0 Tab l e N -184-1Inspections based on:Frequency of useAt least yearlySeverity of serviceNature of liftUse common senseDocument dates of inspection5ID Attached to hookMaterial Handling Equipment 47

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3 ChainsJob or shop hooks and links or makeshift fasteners are not allowedUse the correct size pin for the job6Right Wrong Mate rial Handling Equipment 5 8

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3 ChainsAISC has a daily chain inspection form available at it’s websitelink to AISC Daily Chain Inspection Checklist7Material Handling Equipment 69

Module 3 Wire rope Cover/protect protruding ends of strands from splicesLubricate – protect wire ropeSplice requirementsUse wire rope ‘U-bolt’ clampCheck load capacity table s End attachments need to be proof tested Mate r ial Handli n g Equi p ment 7 8 W ire rope end attachmentMaterial Handling Equipment

Wire ropeDo not pull sling from under loadsDo not use if:More than 10% of visible strands are brokenSigns of excess wear, corrosio n, or defectProtect slings from sharp edges Sli n g – w i res are ki n ked Mate r ial Handling EquipmentModule 3Remove from serviceMaterial Handling Equipment 89

Wire rope CrushingIf these happen, remove the wire rope sling from serviceKinkingBird CagingMaterial Handling Equipment – Defective Wire Ropes10

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3 Wire RopesAISC has a wire rope inspection form posted at it’s websiteLink to AISC Wire Rope Inspection Form11Material Handling Equipment – Inspection Form13

S ynthetic Web Slings Remove from service if any of these are present:Acid or caustic burnsMelting or charring of any partSnags, punctures, tears or cutsBroken or worn stitches Red core w arning thread visible Distort ion of fittings Mate r ial Handli n g Equi p ment Module 3 H eat DamageRed core waning thread visibleLink to OSHA Guidance to Synthetic Web Slings12Material Handling Equipment Synthetic Web Slings14

S ynthetic webM fg identification tag attached & legibleTag list rated capacity for type of hitch usedAvoid sharp edges and high temperature with slingMaterial Handling Equip mentModule 3 Lo ok for sling ID tag 13 Mate r ial Handli n g Equipment – Synthetic Web15

Module 3Sy nthetic Web SlingsFittings must be:At least as strong as thatof the slingFree of sharp edges that could damage the webbingLink to OSHA Guidance to Synthetic Web Slings, 1910.184(i)14 Mate rial Handling and Storage Mate rial Handli n g and Storage 16

15 Sti tchingLink to OSHA Guidance to Synthetic Web Slings, 1910.184(i)Synthetic Web Sling StitchingStitching is the only method allowed to attach end fittings to web bing, or to form eyes Mate r ial Handli n g and Storage Module 3 Mate r ial Handli ng and Storage – Synthetic Web Sling Stiching17

Inspec t slings: Each day before useWhere service conditions warrantRemove them from service if damaged or defectiveor the red core warning thread is visibleLink to OSHA Guidance to Synthetic Web Slings, 1910.184(i) 17 Material Handling and Storage Module 3 Mate r ial Handli n g and Storage – Inspect Slings 18

Module 3 AISC has a synthetic sling inspection form on its websiteMaterial Handling and Storage – Synthetic sling inspection form18Link to AISC Syntheric Sling Inspection FormMaterial Handling and Storage

Questions on slings and rigging?Questions on slings and rigging? 19Material Handling and StorageModule 3

Material Handling and StorageModule 3Movement at Ground or Floor Level♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦ 20

M ovement at Flo or or Ground Level-Key TopicsPowered Industrial Trucks-(Forklifts)Material Handling and StorageModule 3 D ra wings from Link to OSHA Powered Industrial Trucks Web Page Material Handling and storage – Powered Industrial Trucks 21

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts)Hazard: “Approximately 100 employees are fatally injured and approximately 95,000 employe es are injured every year wh ile ope rating powered industrial t r ucks.” “Forkl i ft turnov e r a cco u nts for a significant number ofthese fatalities.”Link to OSHA Publication 3252Powered Industrial Trucks22

Mate rial Handling and StorageModule 3Link to OSHA Publication 3252Material Handling and Storage – Potential Hazards23Potential Hazards: Moving material within the shop-Powered Industrial Truc ks-(Forklift s)Ti pping, st ruck by caught between, wrong eq u i p ment for haz a rd classific a tion H a zard A v oidance:Select proper equipment for application and hazardOnly qualified operators should use equipmentCheck equipment before useDo not overloadCenter loads

Mate rial Handling and StorageModule 3Link to OSHA Publication 3252Material Handling and Storage – Potential Hazards – Moving Material24Potential Hazards: Moving material within the shop-Powered Industrial Truc ks-(Forklift s)Ti pping, st ruck by caught between, wrong eq u i p ment for haz a rd classific a tion H a zard A v oidance:Drive safelyNo horseplayWatch for obstructionsDo not leave unattended vehicles runningProper maintenance

Mate rial Handling Equipment Material Handling Equipment – Powered Industrial Trucks Requirements25Module 3Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts)-EquipmentPowered industrial trucks (forklifts) must meet requiremen ts of American National Stand ard for Powe red Industrial Tru cks, Part II ANSI B56 . 1-1969 Do not modify or make attachments without written approval from the manufacturerNameplates and markings must be in place and legibleForklifts that are used in hazardous locations are required to be appropriately marked/approved for such useLink to OSHA Publication 3252Link to OSHA Publication 2236

Mate rial Handling Equipment Link to OSHA Publication 3252Material Handling Equipment – Power Industrial Trucks – Operator Qualifications26Module 3Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts)-Operator QualificationsTrain and certify all operators to ensure saf e operationDo not operate a forklift if under 18 years old Must be competent Train e es must b e supervis e d by a competent person and not endanger othersRefresher trainingReevaluation every three yearsTraining requirements defined in 1910.178Link to OSHA Publication 2236

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts) Operation –beforeyou operate:Check that rollover protective structure is in place Check overhead g uards are in place to protect from fal l i n g objects R everse si gnal alarm should be operationalCheck defects before usingFill fuel tanks only when the engine is off27Link to OSHA Publication 3252Material Handling Equipment – Powered Industrial Trucks – Before You Operate28

Mate rial Handling Equipment Material Handling Equipment – Powered Industrial Trucks Operation - Loads28Module 3Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts) Operation-LoadsMake sure loads are not heavier than the capacity of the industrial truckLoads should be stable and safely arranged and within the rated c a pa city of the truckFollow safe operating procedures for picking up, moving, putting down and stacking loadsCenter the load on the forks and as close to the mast aspossible to minimize tipping or load fallingPlace the load at the lowest position for travelingDon’t place extra weight on the rear of a counterbalanced forkli f t to allow an overload Do c k boards (b r idge pla t es) are prope r ly se c ured when loading or unloading from loading do c ks Link to OSHA Publication 3252

Mate rial Handling Equipment Material Handling Equipment – Driving and Operating29Module 3Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts) Operation-driving and operatingDrive safely-never over 5 mph- slow at congested areasAlw ays we ar seat belts Keep han ds, arms le gs and feet i n si d e the t r uckNo riders unless there is an approved seatAvoid traveling with elevated loadsObserve all traffic regulations and plant speed limitsLook in the direction of and keep a clear view of the path of travelRun trucks at a safe speed that permits safe stoppingLink to OSHA Publication 3252

Mate rial Handling Equipment Material Handling Equipment Operation - Continued30Module 3Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts) Operation-ContinuedStunt driving and horseplay are proh ibited Check for he adroom for the fork - l i ft un d er overhead i n stal l atio n s, lights, pipes, etcOperators maintain a safe distance from the edge of ramps or platforms while using forklifts on any elevated dock, platform or freight carLink to OSHA Publication 3252Link to OSHA Publication 2236Link to OSHA Warehousing PublicationLink to OSHA Powered Industrial Truck Web Page

Mate rial Handling Equipment Material Handling Equipment – Powered Industrial Trucks – Unattended Vehicles31Module 3Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts) Source OSHAOperation-Unattended veh icles“Load engag ing means should be fully lowe red, w i th controls neutral i zed, po w er shut off and brakes set when a forklift is left unattended”3220-10N 2004

Mate rial Handling Equipment Material Handling Equipment – Powered Industrial Trucks - Maintenance32Module 3Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts)-MaintenanceProperly maintain equipment, including tires and batteries Remove defective forklifts f rom service Ha nd l i n g batteri e s can be dangerous and requ i res special care and qualified personnelCharge batteries in designated areas.3220-10N 2004Link to OSHA Publication 3252

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3Powered IndustrialTrucks (Forklifts)OSHA has a numberof helpful materialsavailablePowered Industrial Trucks on OSHA Website33 Link to OSHA Powered Industrial Trucks Web Page

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3OSHA resources addressing Powered Industrial TrucksPowered Industrial trucks (Forklifts)Forklift SafetySafety and Health Topics: Powered Industrial Trucks OSHA website index links to sp ecific require ments and other Fed eral age ncy requ i re m ents. Link to OSHA Website Index S a mple D a i l y Checklists for Powered Industrial TrucksLink to Sample Daily Checklists for Powered Industrial Trucks3220-10N 20043435

Mate rial Handling and StorageModule 3Movement at the Workstation-KeyTopics♦♦ Material Handling and Storage – Movement at the Workstation - Key 35

M ovement at the Workstation-Key TopicsJib CranesCartsHoist BalancersTool balancersMaterial Handling and Storage – Movement at the Workstation – Key Topics36Material Handling and StorageModule 3

Mate rial Handling and StorageModule 3Moving material at the work stationSteel may be moved at the work station or between work stations by:Overhead cranesJib cranesRollersCarts and dollies H oist balancers Tool susp ension dev i ces Workers or p airs of w orkers O t hers in your shop?Jib CraneRoller system used to move material for fabricationMaterial Handling and Storage – Moving Material at the Work Station37

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 338Lighten the Load- Use Material Handling EquipmentPhotos from OSHA 3341-03N 2008Hand carts for mo ving small materials in the shop Pallet Jack Material Handling equipment – Lighten the Load 39

Mate rial Handling and StorageModule 3Material Handling and Storage – Potential Hazards – Hazard Avoidance39Potential Hazards: Moving material at the work stationInjuries from dropped work, pinches, cuts, scrapes, burns from hot work, musc uloskeletal injuries Hazard A v oidan c e: Use proper P P E for the taskProper equipment useBeing awareBeing attentive of where your hands and feet areDon’t work fatiguedUse proper lightingProperly maintained equipment

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3Lighten the Load- Use Material Handling EquipmentCarts designed to transport and carry materials can reduce lifting, pushing, and pull ing forces Allo w for heavy materials, too l s, or e qu i pment to b e moved w i thout carryingSave timeAvailable in many shapes and sizesAdapted from OSHA 3341-03N 2008Material Handling Equipment - Lighten the Load40

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3CartsHand cart for small loads Photo from CIANBRODrawing from: https://www.osha.go v/SLTC/eto ols/pit/ forklift/t ypes/classe s.htm l # cl a ss1 Material Handling Equipment - Carts 41

Mate rial Handling Equipment Safe Operating Tips for Use of Pallet Jacks42Module 3Lighten the Load- Use Material Handling Equipment Points to Remember:Motorized pallet jacks, if available, can be us ed for freq uent or distant m ovement of materials . Handl es should be l o cated at the rear of the cart and positioned at waist levelDon’t obstruct view with the loadBalance loads and keep load within manufacturer’s recommended weight limitsPushing is easier than pullingUse proper wheelsAdapted from OSHA 3341-03N 2008

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3Jib Cranes“Wall, floor, or pillar mounted I-beam with a rolling trolley/hoist used to lift and position equipment and material” Jib cr anes can be used near a work stations to h elp w i th tasks Photo from OS H A 3341-03N 2008Material Handling Equipment – Jib Cranes43

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3Jib CranesAISC provides a useful pre-lift checklist. It is Included in the training packet.Link to AISC Pre-Lift Checklist for Jib Cranes FormMaterial Handling Equipment – Pre-Lift Checklist for Jib Cranes44

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3Jib CranesAISC pre-lift checklist continuedLink to AISC Pre-Lift Checklist for Jib Cranes FormMaterial Handling Equipment – Pre-Lift Checklist Continued45

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3Tool BalancersTool balancers help support tools comfortably for operatorsTools can be positioned over the work stationCan be used with a variety oftool s Source CIANBRO Material Handling Equipment – Tool Balancers 46

Mate rial Handling and StorageModule 3Storage and stacking of material♦♦♦ Material Handling and Storage – Storage and Stacking of Material 47

Stori ng Materials -Key TopicsStoringStackingHousekeeping48Material Handling and StorageModule 3 Fabricated beams and spandrel fra mes ready to be shipped to a const r u c ti o n site Steel from the mill stored In the yardStoring Materials – Key Topics49

Mate rial Handling and StorageModule 3Storing and stackingSteel from the mill storedInside shopMaterial Handling and Storage – Storing and Stacking49Fabricated beams r eady to be shippe dto construction site

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3Storage and stackingHeavy steel shapes from the millMaterial Handling Equipment – Storage and Stacking Continued50Heavy plate from the mill

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3Hazard Potential: Stored materialsImproperly stored materials may fall, and injure workersImproper manual lifting or carr ying loads that are too l arge or heavy Bein g st r uck by materia l s or b ei n g cau ght in pinch pointsIncorrectly cutting ties or securing devicesHazard Avoidance:“Stack loads evenly and straightPlace heavier loads on lower or middle shelves and racksRemove one object at a time from shelves and racksKeep aisles and passageways clear and in good repa i r” Non -compatib l e materia l s sho u ld not be stored together 51 Adapted from Source OS H A 322 0 -10N 2004 Material Handling Equipment – Hazard Potential – Stored Materials 52

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3Materials Storage-SteelAmerican National Standard Z229.1-1982 lays out practices for steel fabrication and shops fabricating structural steelIncluded in ANSI Z229.1- 198 2 are practices for handling and s toring steel material Steel shapes stacked and nested Adapt e d f rom source: ANSI Z229.1-198252Material Handling Equipment – Materials Storage - Steel53

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3Store material in arrangements that allow for:Easy movementEasy access and movementMaterials and stacks to be stableRacks used for storing plate and bar stock 53 Adapted from source: ANSI Z22 9. 1 - 1 98 2 Material Handling Equipment – Tips for Storing Materials 54

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3Structural shapes receivedfrom the mill54Can be nested or blockedOptimize pile height for space andstability ANSI Z229.1-1982 sugges ted maximum pile heights for wide flange sh apes 6-8” deep s h ould be li m i t ed t o 6’-0” in height for shapes 10-16”, 11’-0” in height and for 18- 36”, is 14 ‘-0” feet in height.Under general industry standards If workers must work on loads higher than 4 feet, fall protection isrequiredNested wide flange shapesAdapted from source: ANSI Z229.1-1982Material Handling Equipment – Guidelines for Storing and Stacking Steel Materials55

Mate rial Handling Equipment Adapted from source: ANSI Z229.1-1982Materials Handling Equipment – Storage Yards and Storage Areas55Module 3Materials Storage - storage yards and storage areas Store material on level surfaces free of trip hazardsMaintain walk waysStore o n firm groundIn p erio d s of freezing and thaws in s pect areas for stabi l ity Maintain approach aisles to pilesUse sound timber blocking for storing steel shapes to maintain pile stabilityDo not extend blocking beyond piles interfering with walkways and adjacent lifts

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3StackingThe variety of raw and fabricated steel shapes at the shop require planning and care when stack ingMaterial Handling Equipment - Stacking 56

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3Use of wood blocking between beam materialWood blocking used between shapesWood Blocking Material Handling Equipment – Wood Blocking 57

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3Stacking Small steel items – anglesMaterial Handling Equipment – Stacking Small Steel Items58

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3Stacking Steel PipeRound HSS steel shapes should be blocked,placed in racks or cribbing or bundled and tied togetherBlockingRoun d HSS s hapes s tored for fabrication –blocking is used to prevent shapes from rol l ing Material Handling Equipment – Stacking Steel Pipe 59

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 360String coilsSteel coils should be blocked to prevent movementSteel coils weighing 10 tons are blocked to prevent rolling Tapered Blocking Material Handling Equipment – String Coils 61

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3Materials StorageSecure materials stored in tiers by stacking, racking, blocking, or interlocking to prevent them from fallingPost safe load limits of floors and shelv es. Source OSHA 3220-10N 2004 Material Handling Equipment – Materials Storage 61

Mate rial Handling Equipment Material Handling Equipment – Materials Storage - Fuels62Module 3Materials Storage-FuelsStore fuel in portable containersTransportation of gasoline requires USDOT containerTank size – 8 gallon or less Approved OSHA canA pproved U SDOT – (stamp-imprint) Di esel fuel conta i ners Ta n k size – 119 ga l l ons or lessExcept from using specified container

Mate rial Handling Equipment Module 3Q and AStoringMaterialsStoring Materials – Q and A63

Mate rial Handling EquipmentModule 3 64Take a Stretch!