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Fab Shop Overhead Hoist Inspection Form

by Tom Scott, from the Community

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Perform frequent and monthly inspections of overhead hoists used in a fabrication shop. This checklist guides visual checks for structure, bumpers and stops, control cabinets, guards and covers, conductors and power supplies, and labeled disconnects. Assess operating mechanisms including chain, upper and lower hooks with latches, trolley and bridge wheels. Run functional tests for emergency stops, pendant operation, correct travel direction, brake performance, and a final test run. Capture general comments and record inspector name and sign off to maintain safe, compliant lifting operations.

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