Identification & Markings for Older Below-the-Hook Lifting Devices
It's possible that if you have a below-the-hook lifting device manufactured prior to 2008, it may not be in compliance…
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Learn more about the applicable standards that relate to the lifting and rigging industries, including: ASME, OSHA, CMAA, ANSI, NEC, and more. You’ll learn about how you can make your lifting and rigging programs compliant, and how often you should be inspecting crane and hoist equipment, as well as rigging equipment like slings and hardware.
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Lifting & Rigging Inspection Frequencies & Records [Guide]
It can be frustrating and confusing to keep track of the ASME standards related to each specific piece of rigging…
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Top 10 Fall Protection Safety Tips for Working at Height
Staying safe while working at height requires proper training, planning, and procedures for identifying and removing potential fall hazards. In…
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What Information Must Be Included on a Sling Identification Tag?
You could argue that a sling identification tag is the most important component of a sling assembly. Without it, you…
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A Guide to Sling Inspections and OSHA & ASME Standards [e-book]
Learn How To Inspect Your Slings for OSHA & ASME Compliance! Do you know who's supposed to be inspecting your…
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How Often Must Slings and Other Rigging Equipment Be Inspected?
You could argue that a sling identification tag is the most important component of a sling assembly. Without it, you…
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How Lifeline Systems Support Fall Protection Training at Height
See how engineered lifeline systems provide 100% tie-off for apprentices training to work safely at height.
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How Do I Inspect Synthetic Rope Slings to ASME B30.9 Standards?
Synthetic rope slings are preferred in certain lifting applications in the construction, shipyard, and offshore and deepwater industries. However, synthetic…
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How to Select the Best Fall Protection Equipment for Your Application
Learn how to select fall protection equipment using a job safety analysis, risk assessment, and hierarchy of controls.
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What Is Personal Fall Protection and Do You Need It?
Learn what personal fall protection is, when it is needed, and the components of an effective fall protection system.
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Job Safety Analysis & Working at Height Risk Assessment [Bundle]
One of the first things that you can do to help keep your job site safe is to begin identifying…
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How to Inspect Your Metal Mesh Lifting Slings to ASME B30.9 Standards
Metal mesh slings are widely used in demanding environments like metalworking facilities and steel processing facilities where the loads may…
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How to Inspect Synthetic Web Slings to ASME B30.9 Standards
In this article, our goal is to help you understand what is required for your web slings to meet ASME…
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OSHA Definitions of Competent, Qualified, Designated, & Certified Persons
Do you know what the difference is between Certified, Qualified, Competent, and Designated? These terms are frequently used in everyday…
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13 Rigging Best Practices for Your Next Overhead Lift [Infographic]
Don't take risks...be a rigger with a plan. Good crane operation and good rigging practices require having a plan and…
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Why Pay for Lifting and Rigging Training When You Can Get it for Free?
The key to a safe working environment has always been training, inspection, and knowledgeable employees. More frequently, we’re seeing customers…
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How to Get More Out of Your Rigging Training and Lift Training Courses
If you take a step back and look at the big picture, it’s not about the certificate you receive at…
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How to Prepare for a Third-Party Rigging Inspection
If you’re not confident in your knowledge of the applicable OSHA and ASME standards, or just don’t have the resources…
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What Are the Hidden Costs of Owning an Overhead Crane System?
In this article, we’ll help you identify some of the pitfalls and hidden costs associated with overhead crane ownership. Our…
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ASME B30.9-2018: Updates & Revisions to ASME’s B30.9 Slings Standard
ASME B30.9 Slings is specific to load-handling lifting slings used to connect to and support a heavy load. The B30.9…
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7 Reasons Why Inspection Tags Aren’t Making Your Lifting Program Safer
In theory, this process seems like a highly-organized and bullet-proof way to make sure your lifting and rigging gear is…
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How to Inspect Wire Rope Slings According to ASME B30.9 Standards
Understanding ASME standards will help to ensure the safety of the users, help extend the service life of the slings,…
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Overhead Crane Electrical Grounding: NEC 610.61 Requirements
At Mazzella, our Service Technicians and Engineers commonly come across overhead cranes that are operational, but not in compliance with…
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Lifting and Rigging Site Assessment [Guide]
Do you have that nagging feeling that your lifting and rigging program isn't in compliance with OSHA and ASME standards?
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