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Lifting accessories are loose devices used to attach a load to a lifting appliance. The examination of lifting accessories is intended to determine whether the equipment can still be used safely and complies with the applicable requirements. In practice, the examination and assessment requirements are set out in EKH’s working instructions, and examinations are carried out by demonstrably competent inspectors.

On this page, you can read how the examination of lifting accessories is organised, what the role of EKH is and which legal requirements apply to inspection, examination and testing.<\/p>\n\n

What does EKH mean by lifting accessories?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

Lifting accessories are devices used in combination with lifting appliances to safely lift and move loads. These are loose devices such as lifting slings<\/a>, round slings, chains, wire ropes and other lifting accessories. Lifting accessories are widely used in industries including manufacturing, construction and logistics. Because these devices are used directly between the load and the lifting appliance, the condition of the lifting accessories is of great importance for safety. <\/p>\n\n

Inspection and examination of lifting accessories<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

For lifting accessories, a distinction is made between inspection and examination. During an inspection, it is assessed whether the lifting accessory can still be used safely at that particular time. During an examination, it is determined whether the lifting accessory complies with the applicable legal requirements, standards and regulations, and the results are recorded in an examination report. <\/p>\n\n

By law, lifting accessories must be examined at least once a year by a competent person or institution and, where necessary, tested. The inspection and examination requirements are based on manufacturers’ instructions, applicable standards and legal provisions and determine which components must be checked and how these checks must be carried out. <\/p>\n\n

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