6-2 | Metal Mesh Sling Identification Tag Requirements

Per ASME B30.9 …

Each metal mesh sling shall be marked by the manufacturer to include:

  • Name or trademark of the manufacturer, or if repaired, the entity performing the repair
  • Rated load for at least one hitch type and the angle upon which it is based
  • Individual sling identification (ex: serial number)
Metal Mesh Sling Inspection ID Tag Requirements

It is the responsibility of the user …

To maintain the sling identification—ensuring it remains legible during the life of the sling. If the identification is missing or illegible, it should be removed from service.

Lesson tags: metal mesh sling identification tag