Task no- 3.1
Task- Identifies different types of slings
and their uses.
Aim-
1. To
understand different types of slings
2.
Understand their uses
3. Understand how to make fast the slings
Requirements for task– GSK text
book, pictures, slings
Precaution –
1. Make sure
correct size of slings is used
2. Check
physical condition of slings
3. Understand the signals to be used while
sling operation
Description/precaution-
1. Rope
slings – it is formed by joining the ends of 25mm- 30mm dia rope and length
10 meter -12 meter with a short splice. This is used for cargoes in bags, bales
and barrels etc.
2. Net
slings -fiber cargo net slings are used. Ropes are of knotted mesh but may
be woven. It is used for jumbo bags, drums.
3. Drum clamps – it consists
of a round metal ring and two flexible e chains with two “l” shape plates at
one end of chain. It is used to lift 200 ltr drums.
4. Wire
snotter
– it is made of wire by forming an eye of each end. Approximately 16mm dia and
length of 4to 6 meters. It is used for slinging cases, pipes, and logs.
