OAR 437-004-1825
Tackle and Hoisting Equipment


(1)

Blocks, sheaves, shackles and drums.

(a)

Use only sheaves and drums with diameters recommended by the wire rope manufacturer for the size rope.

(b)

Secure all pins, including bearing and yoke pins, of all blocks against accidental displacement.

(c)

Fit all blocks with line guards or design and use them in a way that prevents fouling.

(d)

Sheaves carrying ropes that can be momentarily unloaded must have close-fitting guards or other suitable devices to guide the rope back into the groove when the load is applied again.

(e)

Secure pins for all shackles used to hang blocks, jacks, or rigging, or that have hoisting chain, with a bolt, nut and cotter pin (safety-type shackle) or a screw pin with cotter pin, or they must be securely moused.

(f)

Shackles used to hang blocks, jacks, or other rigging that can experience stress greater than that imposed by a single part of the pulling line must have a strength equal to but not less than two times the stress imposed by the pulling line.

(g)

All shackles used for joining or attaching lines must have a strength of not less than 1-12 times that of the lines they join.

(h)

Use clamps, socketing or other equal ways to securely fasten ends of lines attached to drums. Always keep at least two wraps of lines on drums.

(i)

Do not guide lines onto drums with your hands in direct contact with the line. Use a guide pulley, tool, stick or other mechanical means to guide lines onto drums.

(2)

Chains.

(a)

Repair or remove from use hoisting chain when the increase in length (stretch) of the measured section exceeds 5%; or when there is a bent, twisted, or otherwise damaged link, or when raised scarfs or defective welds appear.

(b)

Do not tie knots in a chain.

(c)

Do not use lap links, cold shuts, or patent repair links for hoist chains or slings unless they are stronger than the chain.

(d)

End fastenings must be capable of sustained loads equal to the breaking strength of the chain.

(3)

Hooks and attachment devices.

(a)

Remove from service any distorted or deformed hooks, rings, shackles, and other attachment devices or end fastenings.

(b)

Do not use makeshift hooks, links, or fasteners such as those formed from rods, bolts, etc., or other such devices. Use only approved factory-made attachments or fasteners.

(c)

When necessary to prevent lifting attachments from inadvertently lifting out of the hook, use a safety-type hook or other device.

(4)

Wire rope.

(a)

Wire rope and replacement wire rope must be the same size, same or better grade, and same construction as originally furnished by the equipment manufacturer or contemplated in the design, unless otherwise recommended by the equipment or wire rope manufacturer.

(b)

Guard running wire ropes if they are within 7 feet of the floor or platform.

(c)

Prevent friction of ropes with other objects that will cause chafing or breaking wires. Use thimbles of proper size for the rope in all eye-splices to prevent friction and chafing of the eye.

(d)

Remove from use wire rope used as guys, for hoisting or supporting objects, in cable-operated components, and on winches or drums, when any of the following exist:

(A)

In standing ropes, more than two broken wires in one lay in sections beyond end connections or more than one broken wire at an end connection.

(B)

Corroded, damaged, or improperly aligned end connections.

(C)

Evidence of any heat damage from any cause.

(D)

Wear of 13 the original diameter of outside individual wires. Kinking, crushing, bird caging, or any other damage resulting in distortion of the rope structure.

(E)

Reductions from nominal diameter exceeding those in Table 1. [Table not included. See ED. NOTE.]

(5)

Cable clips or clamps.

(a)

When using cable clips or clamps for form eyes, apply the U-bolt so that the “U” section contacts the dead end of the rope.

(b)

When using U-bolt rope clips for form eyes, use Table 2 to figure the number and spacing of clips. [Table not included. See ED. NOTE.]

(c)

The use of cable clips or clamps is acceptable only where they are readily accessible and subject to frequent inspection. Clips and clamps must be the correct size and properly applied. (See (5)(a) and (5)(b) above.)

(d)

Do not use cable clips or clamps for joining lines except where transferring slack lines from one place to another.

(e)

Do not use knots or combination knots and cable clip or clamp attachments as end connections for any hoisting rope or sling.
EXCEPTION: This rule does not apply to drop hammers of pile drivers.

(6)

Fiber rope.

(a)

Inspect fiber rope frequently. Do not use rope that shows visual signs of excessive wear, abuse, spots indicating caustic or acid damage, or other defect that would reduce the rated strength below the safe working load.
NOTE: The following procedure is recommended for inspection of rope:

(1)

Examine the entire length of the rope for cuts or severe abrasions.

(2)

Look for spots indicating acid damage.

(3)

If there are acid spots, throw a twist in and out of the rope where the spots are; take a short kink in the rope and put on a strain. If the rope has acid damage, you will notice a weakness of the fibers.

(b)

In manila rope, eye splices must have at least 3 full tucks, and short splices must have at least 6 full tucks (3 on each side of the centerline of the splice).

(c)

In layered synthetic fiber rope, eye splices must have at least 4 full tucks, and short splices at least 8 full tucks (Four on each side of the centerline of the splice).

(d)

In fiber rope splices, do not trim strand end tails short (flush with the surface of the rope) immediately adjacent to the full tucks. This precaution applies to both eye and short splices and all types of fiber rope.

(e)

For all eye splices in fiber rope, the eye must be big enough to provide an included angle not more than 60° at the splice when the eye is over the load or support.

(f)

Do not use knots instead of splices for joining fiber ropes.

(g)

When not in use, store fiber rope under cover in a clean, dry, well-ventilated place, free from excessive heat, and protected against corrosives and acid.

(h)

Do not use frozen fiber rope. Do not heat frozen rope to thaw it out.
[ED. NOTE: Table referenced is available from the agency.]

Source: Rule 437-004-1825 — Tackle and Hoisting Equipment, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=437-004-1825.

437–004–0001
Application
437–004–0002
Scope
437–004–0003
Exclusive Coverage
437–004–0005
Access to Employee Exposure and Medical Records
437–004–0099
General Standards
437–004–0100
Universal Definitions
437–004–0150
Standards Organizations
437–004–0240
Safety Orientation for Seasonal Workers
437–004–0251
Safety Committees and Safety Meetings
437–004–0310
Working Surfaces
437–004–0320
Guarding Floor and Wall Openings and Holes
437–004–0330
Fixed Industrial Stairs
437–004–0340
Portable Ladders
437–004–0350
Orchard Ladders
437–004–0360
Fixed Ladders
437–004–0370
Scaffolding
437–004–0380
Manually Propelled Mobile Ladder Stands and Scaffolds (Towers)
437–004–0390
Other Working Surfaces
437–004–0405
Exits and Emergency Action Plan
437–004–0450
Emergency Action Plan
437–004–0570
Manlifts
437–004–0610
Ventilation
437–004–0630
Noise Exposure
437–004–0650
Ionizing Radiation
437–004–0710
Compressed Gases
437–004–0715
Acetylene
437–004–0716
Oxygen
437–004–0717
Hydrogen
437–004–0720
Flammable and Combustible Liquids
437–004–0725
Spray Finishing
437–004–0770
Explosives and Blasting Agents
437–004–0780
Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases
437–004–0790
Use of Liquefied Petroleum Gas or Natural Gas in Fields and Orchards
437–004–0800
Storage and Handling of Anhydrous Ammonia
437–004–0950
Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER)
437–004–1005
General Requirements for Protective Equipment
437–004–1020
Personal Fall Protection
437–004–1030
Work Clothing
437–004–1035
Eye and Face Protection
437–004–1041
Respiratory Protection
437–004–1050
Head Protection
437–004–1060
Hand, Foot, and Extremity Protection
437–004–1070
Working Underway on Water
437–004–1075
Working Over or In Water
437–004–1105
Sanitation
437–004–1110
Field Sanitation for Hand Labor Work
437–004–1115
COVID-19 Workplace Requirements for Employer-Provided Labor Housing
437–004–1120
Agricultural Labor Housing and Related Facilities
437–004–1140
Lighting
437–004–1150
Safety Colors for Marking Physical Hazards
437–004–1180
Accident Prevention Signs
437–004–1250
Confined and Hazardous Spaces
437–004–1260
Manure Lagoons, Storage Ponds, Vats, Pits and Separators
437–004–1275
The Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)
437–004–1305
Medical Services and First Aid
437–004–1430
Sources of Fire
437–004–1440
Required Postings
437–004–1450
Extinguishers
437–004–1460
Fire Prevention Plan
437–004–1470
Employee Equipment and Training
437–004–1505
Air Receivers and Pressure Systems
437–004–1525
Boilers and Steam Systems
437–004–1610
General Requirements
437–004–1630
Conveyors
437–004–1670
Automotive Hoists
437–004–1680
Storage of Hazardous Chemicals
437–004–1700
Forklifts and Other Powered Industrial Trucks
437–004–1750
Helicopters
437–004–1805
Rope, Chain, Rigging, and Hoists
437–004–1825
Tackle and Hoisting Equipment
437–004–1910
General Equipment Guarding
437–004–1940
Farm Field Equipment
437–004–1970
Farmstead Equipment
437–004–2000
Powered Saws
437–004–2100
Grinders
437–004–2220
General Requirements — Small Tools
437–004–2230
Guarding and Operation of Portable Powered Tools
437–004–2240
Power Lawnmowers
437–004–2260
Other Portable Tools and Equipment
437–004–2310
General Requirements
437–004–2350
Oxygen-Fuel Gas Welding and Cutting
437–004–2400
Arc Welding and Cutting
437–004–2810
General Requirements
437–004–2850
Temporary Lighting and Wiring
437–004–2860
Flexible Cable and Extension Cords
437–004–2870
Attachment Plugs and Receptacles
437–004–2880
Cord and Plug-Connected Equipment
437–004–2900
Grounding and Bonding
437–004–2950
Switches and Circuit Breakers
437–004–3000
Identification and Load Ratings
437–004–3050
Work Near Overhead Lines
437–004–3075
Agricultural Buildings with Special Hazards
437–004–3100
Excavation
437–004–3410
Agricultural, Commercial and Industrial Vehicles
437–004–3420
Working from Vehicles and Vehicle Loads
437–004–3430
Training for Agriculture Tractor Operators
437–004–3460
Industrial Vehicles
437–004–3480
Bridges, Roads and Ramps
437–004–3550
Servicing Multi Piece and Single Piece Rim Wheels
437–004–3600
Roll-Over Protective Structures (ROPS) for Tractors in Agriculture
437–004–3650
Roll-Over Protective Structures — Industrial Vehicles
437–004–3660
Vehicle-Mounted Elevating and Rotating Work Platforms
437–004–6000
Adoption by Reference of Federal Standard
437–004–6001
Expiration and Implementation Dates
437–004–6401
Effective dates for worker training programs in Oregon
437–004–6405
Restrictions Associated With Outdoor Production Pesticide Applications
437–004–6406
Pesticide Spray Drift and Innovative Methods
437–004–6501
Handler training programs in Oregon
437–004–6502
Oregon requirements for Worker Protection Standard trainers of handlers who qualify using train-the-trainer programs
437–004–6508
Respiratory Protection
437–004–6509
Emergency eye-washes and eye flushing supplies
437–004–9000
Oregon Rules for Air Contaminants
437–004–9010
Fumigated Areas.
437–004–9050
Asbestos
437–004–9090
13 Carcinogens
437–004–9600
Lead
437–004–9620
Cadmium
437–004–9626
Chromium (VI)
437–004–9640
Benzene
437–004–9650
Bloodborne Pathogens
437–004–9710
Acrylonitrile
437–004–9720
Thiram
437–004–9740
Ethylene Oxide
437–004–9760
Formaldehyde
437–004–9780
Methylendianiline
437–004–9800
Hazard Communication Standard for Agricultural Employers
437–004–9830
Retention of Department of Transportation (DOT) Markings, Placards and Labels
437–004–9850
Pipe Labelling
437–004–9860
Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories
Last Updated

Jun. 8, 2021

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