NYS lA POTS Oe Lae Below-the-Hook Lifting Devices Safety Standard for Cableways, Cranes, Derricks, Hoists, Hooks, Jacks, and Slings AN AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDDate of esuance uly 9, 2010, ‘The next edition of this Standard is scheduled for publication in 2013. This Standard will become effective 1 year after the Date of Issuance. There will be no addenda issued to this edition. [ASME issues written replies to inquiries concerning interpretations of technical aspects of this Standard. Interpretations are published on the ASME Web site under the Committee Pages at btp:/estools.asme.org as they are issued, and will also be published within the next edition of the Standard. 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No par of this document may be reproduced in any form, “nan electronic releal system or otherwise, without the pir wrtlen pernssion ofthe publishes ‘he American Society of Mechanical Engineers Three Park Avenue, New York, HY 10016-5890, Copyright © 2020 by “THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MECHADICAL ENGINEERS ‘Al rights reserved Printed in USA “Copyright © 2010 by the American Society of Mechanical Ensiners ‘No reproduction may be made ofthis material without writen consent of ASME,Foreword .. ‘Committee Roster B30 Standard Introduction Summary of Changes chapter 20-0 Section 20-01 Section 20-02 Section 20-03 Section 20-04 Section 20-05 Section 20-06 Section 20-07 Section 20-08 Chapter 20-1 Section 2041.1 Section 201.2 Section 20-13 Section 20-1.4 Section 20-15 Chapter 20-2 Section 20-21 Section 20-22 Section 202.3 Section 20-2.4 Section 20-25 Chapter 20-3, CONTENTS ‘Scope, Definitions, and References ‘Scope of ASME B30.20 .. Definitions — General Definitions for Chapter 20-1 Definitions for Chapter 20-2... Definitions for Chapter 20-3 Definitions for Chapter 20-4 Definitions for Chapter 20-5 References to Other Codes and Standards ‘Structural and Mechanical Lifting Devices SCOPE coesesessseeseieessetsetees Marking, Construction, and Installation Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance Operation .. E Instruction Manuals. Vacuum Lifting Devices Marking, Construction, and Installation Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance Operation’... Instruction Manuals ‘Close Proximity Operated Lifting Magnets Section 203.1 Scope Section 20:32 Section 203.3 Section 203.4 Section 20-35 Chapter 20-4 Section 20-4.1 Section 204.2 Section 20-43 Section 20-44 Section 20-45 Chapter 20-5 Section 205.1 Section 205.2 Section 20-53 Section 20-54 Section 20.55 Figures 20.031 20.032 Copyright © 2010 by the American So [No reproduction may be made of this materi. ‘Marking, Construction, and Installation Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance Operation Instruction Manuals, Remotely Operated Lifting Magnets Scope veoessses : Marking, Construction, and Installation Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance .. Operation — Tnstruction Manuals. ‘Scrap and Material Handling Grapples ‘Scope Pe aieecn Marking, Construction, and Installation Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance Operation : Instruction Manuals. Pressure Griping Liters Pretion-Type Ltrs Grip Ratio 882288 BRRBB BIRR20033 20.034 20.035 20-041 2005-1 2007-1 Table 201341 Pressure-Gripping Lifters: Indentation-Type Lifters ‘Manipulating Lifters ..... ei ‘Load-Supporting Lifters ‘Vacuum Lifters Magnetic Lifters «00-200. . Scrap and Material-Handling Grapples «.. Minimum Inspection for Below-the-Hook Lifting Devices ... ‘Copyright © 2010 by the American Society of Mechanies! Engineers ‘No reproduction may be made ofthis material without written consent of ASME, “FOREWORD ‘This American National Standard, Safety Standard for Cableways, Cranes, Derticks, Hlists, ‘Hooks, Jacks, and Slings, has been developed under the procedures accredited by the American National Standards Institute (AINSI) (formerly the United States of America Standards Institute). ‘This Standard had its beginning in December 1916 when an eight-page Code of Safety Standards {for Cranes, prepared by an ASME Committee on the Protection of Industrial Workers, was presented to the annual meeting of the ASME. “Meetings and discussions regarding safety on cranes, derricks, and hoists were held from 1920 to 1925, involving: the ASME Safety Code Correlating Committee, the Association of Iron and ‘Steel Electrical Engineers, the American Museum of Safety; the American Engineering Standards ‘Committee (later changed to American Standards Association and subsequently to the USA Standards Institute), Department of Labor — State of New Jersey, Department of Labor and Industry — State of Pennsylvania, and the Locomotive Crane Manufacturers Association. On June 11, 1925, the American Engineering Standards Committee approved the ASME Safety Code Cozrelating Committee's recommendation and authorized the project, with the US. Department of the Navy, Bureau of Yards and Docks, and ASME as sponsors. [In March 192, invitations were issued to 50 organizations to appoint representatives to a Sectional Committee. The call for organization of this Sectional Committee was sent out (October 2, 1926, and the committee organized November 4, 1926, with 57 members representing 29 national organizations. The Safety Code for Cranes, Derricks, and Hoists, ASA B30.2-1943, ‘was created from the eight-page document referred to in the frst paragraph. This document was reaffirmed in 1952 and widely accepted as a safety standard ‘Due to changes in design, advancement in techniques, and general interest of labor and industry in safety, the Sectional Committee, under the joint sponsorship of ASME and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command, US. Department of the Navy, was reorganized as an American National Standards Committee on January 31, 1962, with 39 members representing 27 national organizations. ‘The format of the previous code was changed so that separate standards (each complete as to construction and installation; inspection, testing, and maintenance; and operation) will cover the ifferent types of equipment included in the scope of B30. ‘in 1982, the Committee was reorganized as an Accredited Organization Committee, operating, under procedures developed by the ASME and accredited by ANSI. “This Standard presents a coordinated set of rules that may serve as a guide to govemment and other regulatory bodies and municipal authorities responsible for the guarding and inspection (of the equipment falling within its scope. The suggestions leading to accident prevention are igiven both as mandatory and advisory provisions; compliance with both types may be required Dy employers of their employees. ‘incase of practical difficulties, new developments, or unnecessary hardship, the administrative or regulatory authority may grant variances from the literal requirements or permit the use of other devices or methods, but only when it is clearly evident that an equivalent degree of protection is thereby secured. To secure uniform application and interpretation of this Standard, ‘Administrative or regulatory authorities are urged to consult the B30 Committee, in accordance “with the format described in Section IX of the B30 Standard Introduction, before rendering decisions on disputed points. Safety coxes and standards are intended to enhance public safety. Revisions result from commit. tee consideration of factors such as technological advances, new data, and changing environmental and industry needs. Revisions do not imply that previous editions were inadequate. in this Volume of the Standard, maintenance has been made mandatory, definitions have been revised, and other changes have been made to improve clarity. This edition was approved by the 'B30 Committee and ANSI and was designated as an American National Standard on May 13,2010. ‘Copyright ©2010 bythe A [No reproduction may be made of can Society of Mechanical thout writen consent of ASME.ASME B30 COMMITTEE Safety Standard for Cableways, Cranes, Derricks, Hoists, Hooks, Jacks, and Slings (the folowing the roster of the Commitee atthe time of approval of thls Standard) ‘STANDARDS COMMITTEE OFFICERS PS. Zot, chair RM. Parel Vice Chair Km. Hyam, Secretary ‘STANDARDS COMMITTEE PERSONNEL NE: Andrew, Thyssen Krupp Steel USA, LIC WT, Hargrove, Altemote,QINETIQ Noth America LE Bluff N, Gantry Constructors, Inc BLA. Boeckman, The Crosby 600 R.J. Bolen, Consultant. DuPont 6.8, Hatherston, Aemote |. DuPont KD. Brown, Ports and Associates M.E Brunet, The Manitowoc Co ‘TA. Chistensen,aliance of American Insurers/Uberty Mutual Insurance M.W. ils, Aterate, Liberty Mutual Group , Clsson, Craft Forensic Services nc. TL Blanton, sterate, NACE Group, In J.P. Cale John P. Colt & Associates, Ine B.A Dahlin, Walker Magnetics Group CM, Jankowski, Aterate, Walker Magnetics Group LD, Detark, Equipment Talning Solutions, LC DW. Eekstne, Eckstine and Associates HG, tse, alteate, (eiieh Consulting Services RJ Edwards, Allance Concrete Pumps 1. Re Remus, Alternate, Reed Manufacturing ED, File, The Manitowoc Co. N.C Hargreaves, Terex Corp./Power Cane & Shovel Assocation CE Imerman, alternate, Unk Bel Construction Egupment Co. J.J Headley, Crane Insitute of Ames W.C. Dickinson, ltemete, Cane Industry Senices, LC XM. Hyam, The American Soriey of Mechanlcal Engineers €.W laland, National Ove Var A.J Egging,Aternae, National Oilwell Vrco Jackson, Tulsa Winen Group PER. Jun, Morrow Equipment Co, LLC BR. M Kahne, Landmark Englneesng Services 1. Duerr, Alterote, 204 Associates nc CE Lucas, The Crosby Group FP Massaro, Altemot,sishop Ling Products, ne ‘AJ. Las International Union of Operating Engineers EK Marburg, Columbus Mekinnon Corp RI Burkey, Atermate, Columbus McKinnon Corp. Lb, Means, Means Engineering and Cansuling/ Wie Rope Technet Board .m. Sleightholm, Aternate, Sidon American Corp KJ lle, jobs Engineering PLE. Whitford, sternate, Haag Engineering 6. Owens, Consultant I Sturm, Crane's Aerial Tuck Service RM, Parnell, Wire Rope Rigging Consultans/Industll Training Intemational ne. J. Peshins, Engineering Constant W.E Osboe, Alternate, Ingersoll and J. Richardson, US. Deparment of the Navy MM, Jashelmer, Atrete, Navy Crane Center 1.W. iti, David Richie Consultant, LLC J.B, Wethor, Alternate, Haag Engineering Co, JW Rowland i, Consultant 1.6 Ryan, Boh Stathers Construction Co. AR. Ruud, Alternate, Rkinson Construction 1, Sayeng, The Caron Management Group A. Gilbert, Alternate, Asscised Wire Rope Fabricators Bw Smith Cicago Bridge and ton Co 5. Rammelsberg, Alerot, Chicago Bridge and ron Co. WLI Smith, Je, NBIS Clams and Risk Management, In RG. Stain, Advanced Crane Technologies, Lic PD, Sweeney, General Dyanies/Flectc Boat AAR Toth, Moris Material Handling BLE Wel rs National Erectors Aesocitlon/Nors Brothers co, ne J.R. Schober, Aterate,Ameican Bridge Co, RC. wil, U.S. Ary Comps of Engineers EB. Stewart, erate, U.S. Amy Cops of Engineers .. Wolf ational Cane/Manitowae Cane Group AL alta, Aernte, Manitowoc Crane Group S. Zoic, #2 ineratonal is H.W fal Alternate, Hat Associates, Inc HONORARY MEMBERS JW Downs Jy Dorms Crane and Hoist Co. EJ. Franks, Consultant 1M, ler, Lie Co, Ie RW. Pan, Consultant orig © 2010 te Amecan Society of Mechanical Engines. Gs) [No reproduction may be made of ths material without written consent of ASME, 4830.20 SUBCOMMITTEE PERSONNEL R.A. Dahlin, Chor, Welker Magnetics GrouD KM. Jankowski, Alternate, Walker Magetics Group | Baker, Young Comp. 66. A Bond, Woods Powerrp Cox Ine. LW. Boy, The Boeing co H.D. Bradley, Honorary Member, Consultant RM, Catsall, Savannah ver Nuclear Solutions ‘CM. Robison, Alterac, Ook Ridge Nationa Lao L-W.Downs, J, Downs Crane and Hoist Co, , Duerr,20§ Associates Inc “Copyright © 2010 by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers {No repreduction may be made ofthis material without writen 4.0. Edmundson, Mors Material Handing T. Hayward, The Caldwell Group, Ine FG. Heath, Heath & Associates To Mackey, WRPS Hanford 1 Radu, Marzelia iting Technologies LT Rebbln, Bradley Liking Corp. C.D, Meads, erate, radey Lifting Cop. BLE, Schaltenbrand, Honorary Member, Consulting Engineer 0, Sweeney, General Dynamlcs/Electic Boat DLR Verena, Hunter Uf, Uc Th Brookban, Aerote, Hunter Ui, Ltd. rt of ASME.ao) SAFETY STANDARD FOR CABLEWAYS, CRANES, DERRICKS, HOISTS, HOOKS, JACKS, AND SLINGS B30 STANDARD INTRODUCTION SECTION: SCOPE 30.23 Personne! Lifting Systems BB0.24 Container Cranes ‘The ASI andard contains provisions tha appiyroweconsraction nseliation operation, nope P2025, Sap and Nate Handles Tee esting, maintenance, and use of anes and otner 18028 Rigging Hardware lifting and material-handling related equipment. Forthe 83027 Material Placement Systems convenience of thereader the Standardhasbeen divided 630.28 Balance Lifting Units into separate volumes. Each volume has been written 890.29 Self-Erect Fast Erect Tower Cranes! under the direction of the ASME B30 Standards Committee and has successfully completed a consensus Dent SECTION II: SCOPE EXCLUSIONS approval process under the general auspices of the ‘American National Standards Institute (ANS), As of the date of issuance of this Volume, the 'B30 Standard comprises the following volumes: B30.1 Jacks, Industrial Rollers, Air Casters, and Hydraulic Gantries B30.2 Overhead and Gantry Cranes (Top Running Bridge, Single or Multiple Gisder, Top Running Trolley Hoist) 8303. Tower Cranes B304 Portal and Pedestal Cranes 30.5 Mobile and Locomotive Cranes 18306 — Derricks 30.7 Base-Mounted Drum Hoists 1B308 Floating Cranes and Floating Derricks 8309 Slings 3010 Hooks 30.11 Monorails and Underhung Cranes B30.12_Handling Loads Suspended From Rotorcraft 830.13 Storage/Retrieval (S/R) Machines and Associated Equipment BBO14 Side Boom Tractors 830.15 Mobile Hydraulic Cranes (withdrawn 1982 — requirements found in latest revision of B30.) 1830.16 Overhead Hoists (Underhung) 30.17 Overhead and Gantry Cranes (Top Running, Bridge, Single Girder, Underhung Hoist) 1B30:18 Stacker Cranes (Top or Under Running Bridge, Multiple Gisder With Top or Under Running Trolley Hoist) B3019_Cableways B30.20 _Below-the-Hook Lifting Devices 30.21 Manually Lever-Operated Hoists 30.22 Articulating Boom Cranes pyright © 2010 by the American Society of Mechanical [No reproduction may be made ofthis material without writen e “The B30 Standard does not apply to track and automo- tive jacks, zailway or automobile wrecking cranes, ship- board cranes, shipboard cargo-handling equipment, well-dcilling derricks, skip hoists, mine hoists, truck body hoists, car or barge pullers, conveyors, excavating ‘equipment, or equipment covered under the scope of the following standards: A10, A17, A90, A92, A120, B20, 156, and B77. SECTION I: ‘The B30 Standatd is intended to (a) prevent or minimize injury to workers, and other- \wise provide for the protection of ie, limb, and property by prescribing safety requirements (B) provide direction to manufacturers, owners, employers, users, and others concemed with, or respon- sible for, its application (©) guide governments and other regulatory bodies in the development, promulgation, and enforcement of appropriate safety directives, PURPOSE SECTION IV: USE BY REGULATORY AGENCIES ‘These Volumes may be adopted in whole or in part for governmental or regulatory use. If adopted for gov- emnmental use, the references to other national codes and standards in the specific volumes may be changed to refer to the corresponding regulations of the govern- ‘mental authorities. 7 these woumesaze currently inthe development process. Engineers, of ASME,SECTION V: EFFECTIVE DATE (a) Effective Date. The effective date of this Volume of the B30 Standard shall be 1 yr after its date of issuance. Construction, installation, inspection, testing, mainte- nance, and operation of equipment manufactured and facilities constructed after the effective date of Volume shall conform to the mandatory requirements of this Volume. (b) Existing Installations. Equipment manufactured, ‘and facilities constructed prior to the effective date of this Volume of the B30 Standard shall be subject to the inspection, testing, maintenance, and operation require- ments of this Standard after the effective date. Tt is not the intent of this Volume of the B30 Standard to require retrofitting of existing equipment. However, ‘when an item i being modified, its performance require ments shall be reviewed relative to the requirements within the current volume. The need to meet the current requirements shall be evaluated by a qualified person selected by the owner (user). Recommended changes shall be made by the owner (user) within 1 yr. SECTION VI: REQUIREMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS Requirements of this Standard are characterized by use of the word shall. Recommendations ofthis Standard are characterized by the word should. SECTION Vi: USE OF MEASUREMENT UNITS ‘This Standard contains SI (metric) units as well as US. Customary units. The values stated in US. Customary unitsare tobe regarded as the standard. ‘The SI units are a direct (soft) conversion from the US Customary units. SECTION Vill: REQUESTS FOR REVISION ‘The B30 Standards Committee will consider requests for revision of any of the volumes within the 'B30 Standard. Such requests should be directed to Secretary, B30 Standards Committee ASME Codes and Standards ‘Three Park Avenue New York, NY 10016-5990 Requests should be in the following format: Volume: Cite the designation and title of the volume. Edition: Cite the applicable edition of the volume. Subject: Cite the applicable paragraph number(s) and the relevant heading(s). Request: Indicate the suggested revision. Copyright © 2010 bythe Anvricun Society of Mechanical Engineers ‘may be made ofthis material without writen consent of ASME. No reproduct Rationale: State the rationale for the suggested Upon receipt by the Secretary, the request will be forwarded to the relevant B30 Subcommittee for consid- ‘eration and action. Correspondence will be provided to the requester defining the actions undertaken by the 'B30 Standards Committee. SECTION IX: REQUESTS FOR INTERPRETATION ‘The B30 Standards Committee will render an interpre- tation of the provisions of the B30 Standard. Such, requests should be directed to Secretary, B30 Standards Committee ASME Codes and Standards ‘Three Park Avenue New York, NY 10016-5990 Requests should be in the following format: Volume: Cite the designation and tite of the volume. Edition: Cite the applicable edition of the volume. Subject: Cite the applicable paragraph number(s) and the relevant heading(s). Question: Phrase the question as a request for an interpretation of a specific provision sut- able for general understanding and use, not as a request for approval of a proprie- tary design or situation. Plans or draw- ings that explain the question may be submitted to clarify the question. How- ever, they should not contain any proprie- tary names or information. ‘Upon receipt by the Secretary, the request will be forwarded to the relevant B30 Subcommittee for a draft response, which will then be subject to approval by the B30 Standards Committee prior to its formal issuance, ‘interpretations to the B30 Standard will be published in the subsequent edition ofthe respective volume, and, will be available online at hitp:/ /cstools.asmeorg. SECTION X: ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE ‘The equipment covered by the B30 Standard is subject to hazards that cannot be abated by mechanical means, but only by the exercise of intelligence, care, and com- ‘mon sense. It is therefore essential to have personnel involved in the use and operation of equipment who are competent, careful, physically and mentally quali fied, and trained in the proper operation of the equi _ment and the handling of loads. Serious hazards include, Dut are not limited to, improper or inadequate mainte- ‘nance, overloading, dropping or slipping of the load,obstructing the free passage of the load, and using equip- ment for a purpose for which it was not intended or desi ‘The B30 Standards Committee fully realizes the importance of proper design factors, minimum or maxi- mum dimensions, and other limiting criteria of wire rope or chain and their fastenings, sheaves, sprockets, drums, and similar equipment covered by the standard, all of which are closely connected with safety. Sizes, strengths, and similar criteria are dependent on many different factors, often varying with tte installation and ‘uses. These factors depend on (a) the condition of the equipment or material ‘Copyright © 2010 by the American Society of Meshani [No reproduction may be made ofthis material without writen consent of ASME. () the loads (c) the acceleration or speed of the ropes, chains, sheaves, sprockets, or drums (d) the type of attachments (6) the number, size, and arrangement of sheaves or other parts (f) environmental conditions causing corrosion or (g) many variables that must be considered in each, individual case ‘The requirements and recommendations provided in the volumes must be interpreted accordingly, and judg- ‘ment used in determining their application. EngineersASME B30.20-2010 i SUMMARY OF CHANGES | Following approval by the ASME B30 Committee and ASME, and after public review, [ASME B30.20-2010 was approved by the American National Standards Institute on May 13, 2010. “The 2010 edition of ASME B90.20 includes editorial changes, revisions, and corrections identified by a margin note, (0). Page Location Change vitixx 130 Standard Introduction Revised in its entirety 1 Section 20-041 Revised | Section 20.0.2 Revised 2 Section 20-03 Revised 28 Section 20.04 Revised Fig. 20035 Ilusteations (a)(1) and (n) added Section 20.05 Revised 8,10 Section 20.0.6 Revised Fig. 20-051 Tile of ilustration (a) revised 10 Section 2040.7 Revised Section 20.08 Revised 12,13 12a Subpaagraps (and (01) 222 (0) Subparagraph () revised (2) Subparagraphs (e), f), and (g) added 24.34 Subparagraph (a) revised 15 136 Revised 137 Revised 204.384 Subparageaph (b) revised 206.382 Subparagraphs (a) and (¢) revised 201. Subparagraph (a) revised 16 Section 2015 Revised 17,18 20.221 Sabparegraphs a), (and )) 202.22 () Sabparagraphs () and () revised (@) Subparagraphs (k),(), and (m) added 20.231 Subparagraph (a) revised 19,20 20.236 Revised 20237 Revised 202381 Subparagraph (b) revised 202382 Subparagraphs (a) and (b) revised Copyriaht © 2010 bythe Ameren Society of Meshaical Engines Qe [No reproduction may be made of this material without written consent of ASME.Page Loaution Change 0.239 Sulpparagraphs (a) and (b)(4) revised 2 Section 20-25 Revised 2B 20-3.2.1 ‘Subparagraphs (a), (4), and (e)(1)(j) revised 4 20322, (0) Subparagraph (g) revised (2) Subparagraphs (h),(), and @) added Pd 2033.1 Subparagraph (a)(2) revised % 29336 Revised 20337 Revised 203.3.8.1 ‘Subparagraph (b) revised 203382 Subparagraphs (@) and (@) revised 20339 Subparagraphs (a) and (b)5) revised 28,29 Section 2035 Revised 20,31 0421 Subpargrphs (9), 0), and x2 4.22 (1) Subparagraphs (a)(4) and (e revised {@) Subparagraphs (0, @) and (h) added 20-4.3.1 ‘Subparagraph (a) revised 2 20435 Revised 20436 Revised 70437 Subparagraph (0) revised 20-438 Sabpragraphs (49, and (1) 33,34 Section 20-45 Revised 5 0521 Suloparagraphs (b), (01), and (6)2) revised 205.22 (1) Subparagraph (e) revised (2) Subparagraphs (, (G), and (h) added 20531 Subparagraph (@) revised 96,37 2535 Revised 20536 Revised 20537 Revised 70538 Subparagraph (a) revised 38 Section 20.55 Revised ‘SPECIAL NOTE: ‘The interpretations to ASME B30.20 are included in this edition as a separate section for the user's convenience. “Copyright © 2010 bythe American Soviety of Mechanical Engineers ‘No reproduction may be made ofthis material without written consent of ASME.[ASME 830.20-2010 BELOW-THE-HOOK LIFTING DEVICES Chapter 20-0 Scope, Definitions, and References (20) SECTION 20-0.1: SCOPE OF ASME B30.20 Volume B30.20 includes provisions that apply to the marking, construction, installation, inspection, testing, maintenance, and operation of below:the-hook lifting devices, other than components addressed by other ASME B30 volumes or other standards, used for attaching loads to a hoist. The devices are arranged in. five chapters as follows: Chapter 20-1: Structural and Mechanical Lifting Devices Chapter 202; Vacuum Lifting Devices Chapter 20-3: Close Proximity Operated Lifting, Magnets Chapter 20-4 Remotely Operated Lifting Magnets, Chapter 205: Scrap and Material Handling. Grapples ‘SECTION 20-0.2: DEFINITIONS — GENERAL administrative or regulatory authority: governmental agency, or the employer in the absence of governmental jurisdiction. (0) alteration: a physical change, addition, or deletion that ‘modifies the original design, or intended functioning, of the below-the hook lifting device. altere: see alteration. appointed: assigned specific responsibilities by the ‘employer or the employer's representative. authorized: appointed by a duly constituted administra- tive or regulatory authority. Delow-the-hook lifting device: a device used for attaching, loads to a hoist. Tae device may contain components such as slings, hooks, and rigging hardware addressed by other ASME B30 volumes or other standards. design category: lifter classification that specifies the design factor to be used to establish static stress limits for the design, designated person: a person selected or assigned by the employer or the employer's representativeas being com- ppetent to perform specific duties. 1 hoist: machinery unit that is used for lifting and lowering Iiftr oe Below Heo fing device Ijng device: se below-the-hok Hing device. aviation see alteration atid: Se alteration normal operating conditions: conditions during which the liter is performing functions within the seope of the criginal design {uae person: a person whe, by possession ofa recog: ized degree in an applicable fie or certificate of pro- fessional standing, oF who, by extensive knowledge, traning, and experience, has successfully demonstrated the ability to solve or resolve problems relating to the subject mater and work rate loud the maximum load for which the equipment is designated by the mantfacture. repr the process of reconditioning, renewal, or replace- ment of parts, components and/or subsystems t 8 con- dition equal fo the original mantaacturer's specifications for the purpose of ensuring performance in accordance with the applicable requirements service class: lifter classification that establishes the Allowable stress range for the specified fatigue ie oad oyces) shal: indicates that the rule is mandatory and must be followed shoud: indicates that the rle isa recommendation, the advisability of which depends on the facts in each situation. SECTION 20-0.3: DEFINITIONS FOR CHAPTER 20-1 abnormal operating conditions: environmental conditions that are unfavorable, harmful, or detrimental to or for the operation of structural and mechanical lifting, devices, such as excessively high or low ambient temper atures, exposure to adverse weather, corrosive fumes, }py svOnKpuOD ewe Sse (2) STON Wt SY (©) 12 ©) 5184 ay) apa 3 suoRIpuoD jeune WAI vogeryers Bunun 0 spose Supjau uosed paeusisp 4g uogpedsu en @ “pounbas jou spore win uosad payetisap 10 soiedo AB (e) ‘S200 Guide see"ap vod x x dos 20 pu8sw}ed Bupony 5.04 JOM aNSSaE x x ‘sued requeyseu ope ue s98eyU 20 J0am anssa013 aq pur “suey ‘sBuueag x : x “siayovds ‘saaenus ‘sfaind i098 Wow Jo pape!) sauase 10 S109 x x 2500) — (e102 “ued 0-9) UORDEESU PONDS uoeeco gyn B0N9)95 -4squeuysnfpesa iy susjueurau as x x x Sneuoie pue swsueypa Supeedo [eUONDUTS WY [© aml 16 ae 1G) sion) 1@ en] (eon wai fogs ot ‘Ajenuuesaes Aquos 0 “eon ‘AqwoH 20 es one ‘Area e510 p03 "eRSIA aes aaH05 ans avon Sa Te ‘sa2]nag Supyr] YooH-24}-mojag 40) uo}padsu) WNUNUW raien M Copyright © 2070 by the American Society of Mechanical [No reproduction may be made of atrial without writen consent of AS}ao) 0) ao ao) Ase 830.20-2010 (®) cracked or worn gears, pulleys, sheaves, sprockets, bearings, chains, and belts fc) excessive wear of friction pads, linkages, and other mechanical pasts (d) excessive wear at hoist hooking points and load, support clevises or pins 20-1.3.5 Lifting Devices Not in Regular Use ‘A lifter that has been idle for a period of 1 mo or ‘more is to be given an inspection in accordance with para, 20-133 before being placed in service. 20-1.3.6 Inspection Records Dated inspection reports shall be made on critical items such as those listed in para. 20-1.3.4, Records should be available to appointed personnel for each peri- dic inspection and when the lifter is either altered or repaired, 20-1.3.7 Repairs Any indications of damage disclosed by the inspection requirements of Section 20-1.3 shall be corrected according to the procedures outlined in para, 20-139 ‘before operation ofthe lifter is resumed. Repairs of slings (ASME 30.9), hooks (ASME 830.10), rigging hardware {ASME 830.26), or other special devices shall comply with repair requirements in the applicable volumes or standards. 20-1.3.8 Testing 20-1.3.8.1 Operational Tests (a) New and reinstalled lifting devices shall be tested. bby a qualified person, or a designated person under the direction of a qualified person, prior to initial use to verify compliance with applicable provisions of this Volume, including, but not limited to, the following (1) Moving Parts. Lifters with moving parts shall be tested to determine thatthe lifter operates in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. 2) Latches. Lifters with manually operated or auto- matic latches shall be tested to determine that the latch operates in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. () Altered of repaired lifters shall be tested by a {qualified person, ora designated person under the direc- tion of a qualified person. This test may be limited to the provisions affected by the alteration or repais, as determined by a qualified person with guidance from the manufacturer, {(c) All indicator lights, gages, horns, bells, alarms, pointers, and other warning devices shall be tested. (d) Dated reports of all operational tests shall be filed. 20-1.3.8.2 Load Test (a) Prior to initial use, all new, altered, or repaired lifting devices should be tested and inspected. If per- formed, tests shall be done under the direction of a Copyright © 2010 by the American Sosiety of Mechanieal Engineers material without written consent of ASME. [No reproduction may be made of 8 {qualified person and a written report be furnished by such a person, confirming the load rating of the lifter. ‘The load rating should not be more than 80% of the ‘maximum load sustained during the test. Test loads shall not be more than 125% of the rated load unless otherwise recommended by the manufacturer. Test reports should bbe available. (#) Theload test, if made, shall consist ofthe following ‘operations as a minimum requirement: (1) Hoist the test load a sufficient distance to ensure the load is supported by the lifter, or apply the required Toad if the test is made using a testing machine. (2) After the test load is released, visually inspect the lifter for deformation, cracks, or other defects. () Tests of altered or repaired lifters may be limited to the provisions affected by the alteration or repair, as determined by qualified person with guidance from the manufacturer. 20-1.3.9 Maintenance (a) Maintenance Program. A maintenance program shall be established and be based on recommendations made by the lifter manufacturer. If a qualified person, determines it is appropriate, the program should also include that individual's additional recommendations based on a review of the lifter application and ‘operations, (8) Maintenance Procedure (1) Before adjustments and repairs are started on a lifter, the following precautions shall be taken: (a) All sources of power shall be disconnected, locked out, and tagged “Out of Service. (6) A lifter removed from service for repair shall bbe tagged “Out of Service.” (2) Only qualified persons shall perform adjust- ments and tests when required. (3) Replacement parts shall be at least equal to the original manufacturer's specifications. (4) After adjustments and repairs have been made, the iter shall not be returned to service until it has ‘been inspected according to para, 20-1.34. (5) Dated records of repairs and replacements should be made. (6) Adjustments and Repairs, Any hazardous condi tions disclosed by the inspection requirements of para, 21.3.1 shall be corrected before normal operation of the liter is resumed. Adjustments and repairs shall be done under the direction of, or by, a qualified person. SECTION 20-1.4: OPERATION 20-1.4.1 Operators Below-the-hook lifting devices shall be operated only by trained, designated persons. 0) aoASME 830.20-2010 20-1.4.2 Qualifications (Qualifications for operators of below-the-hook lifting, devices are as follows: (a) The operator shall be instructed in the use of the device by a designated person. Instructions should include, but not be limited to, the following: (1) application of the lifter to the load and adjust- ments, if any, that adapt the lifter to various sizes or kinds of loads (2) instructions in any special operations or precautions (3) the manufacturer's suggested operating procedures () condition of the load itself required for opera- tion of the lifter, such as, but not limited to, balance, surface cleanliness, flatness, bending, and load thickness, (5) storage of the lifter to protect it from damage (6) not exceeding the rated load of the lifting device nor the capacity of the hoisting equipment by the com- bined weight of the load, the lifting device, and rigging. (7) the proper attachment of adapters to lifting, device for special load handling (b) The operator shall demonstrate the ability to oper~ ate the lifter as instructed before assuming responsibility for using the lifter 20-1.4.3 Conduct of Lifting Device Operators (a) The operator shall give attention to the operation of the lifts during a lifting sequence. (2) When physically or otherwise unfit, an operator shall not engage in the operation of the equipment. (c) Operators shall be responsible for those operations under their direct control. Whenever there is any doubt as to safety the operator shall consult a designated per- son before handling the load. (@) The operator shall respond only to instructions from designated persons. However, the operator shall obey a stop order at all times, no matter who gives it. (@) The operation ofthe lifter shall be observed before use and during a shift. Any deficiency observed shall be carefully examined by a designated person. If the deficiency constitutes a hazard, the lifter shall be removed from service and tagged “Out of Service.” Any indication of a hazazdous condition shall be reported 0 ‘a qualified person for evaluation. (P) The operator shall be familiar with standard hand. signals when applicable. () The operator shall land any attached load and store the lifter before leaving the lifting device. (h) AUl controls shall be tested by the operator before ‘use during a shift. If any controls do not operate prop- erly, they should be adjusted or repaired before opera- tions are begun. (i) The operator shall not rie, or allow others to ride, Toads or the lifting device. Copyright © 2010 by the American Sosiety of Mechanical Enginers. [No reproduction may be made of this 16 (The operator and other personnel shall stay lear of the load 20-1.4.4 Lifting Device Operating Practices (a) Lifting devices shall be operated only by the fol- lowing qualified personnel: (1) designated persons (2) trainees under the direct supervision of a desig. rated person (3) maintenance and test personnel, when itis nec essary in the performance of their duties (A) inspectors (lifting devices) (©) The lifting device shall not be loaded in excess of its rated load or handle any load for which it is not designed. (6) The lifter shall be applied to the load in accordance ‘with the instruction manual. (d) Before lifting, the operator shall make sure that Lifter ropes or chains are not kinked, and that multiple part lines are not twisted around each other. (@) Care should be taken to make certain the load is, correctly distributed for the lifter being used. () The temperature of the load should not exceed the ‘maximum allowable limits of the lifter. (g) The lifter shall be brought over the load in such ‘@ manner as to minimize swinging. (h) Cate shall be taken that there is not sudden accel- eration or deceleration of the load. {Do not allow load or lifter to come into contact with any obstruction. (i) The operator shall avoid carrying the load over people. (k) The lifter shall not be used for side pulls or sliding the load unless specifically authorized by a qualified person, (D) The operator shall not leave suspended loads ‘unattended, 20-1.4.5 Miscellaneous Operating Practices (a) An operator shall not use a lifting device that is tagged “Out of Service” or otherwise designated as nonfunctioning, (t) “Out of Service” tags on lifting devices shall not be removed without the approval ofthe person placing, them or an authorized person. (c) The lifter, when not in use, should be stored at an assigned location. (d) Caution should be taken that operating markings ‘or tags shall not be removed or defaced. Missing or ‘legible markings or tags shall be replaced. SECTION 20-1.5: INSTRUCTION MANUALS Operating instructions and maintenance and parts information shall be furnished by the manufacturer, without writen consent of ASME. ao)0) |ASME 830.20-2010 Chapter 20-2 Vacuum Lifting Devices SECTION 20-2.1: SCOPE Chapter 20-2 applies to the marking, construction, installation, inspection, testing, maintenance, and oper- ation of vacuum below-the-hook lifting devices, The pro- visions of Chapter 20-2 apply to all power operated and ‘mechanically operated vacuum lifting and manipulating devices, except those vacuum lifting devices handling porous materials that require special design construction, SECTION 20-2.2: MARKING, CONSTRUCTION, AND INSTALLATION 20-2.2.1 Marking (a) Rated Load. The rated Toad of the lifter and each pad shall be legibly marked on its main structure or on 2 tag attached to its main structure where itis visible. ‘This marking shall refer to the instruction manual for information relating to decreases in rating due to addi- tional considerations (0) Identification. All new vacuum lifting devices shall bbe marked with, but not limited to, the following, information: (1) manufacturers (2) model number (8) serial number (4) lifter weight (5) electrical applicable) (6) pressureand volumeofcompressed air required (when applicable) (2) rated load [as described in pare. 2022.1(a] (8) ASME BIH Design Category (9) ASME BTHL1 Service Class (o) Repaired or Altera Lifters. All repaired or altered vacuum lifting devices shai be provided with identitica- tion displaying, but not limited to, the following information: (2) name and address of the repairer or alterer @) date ofthe repair (3) repairar’s or alterer’s unit identification (2) lifter weight (faltered) (6) electical power requirements (if altered) (6) pressureand volume of compressed air required (if altered) (7) rated load (if altered) [as described in para. 20-22.16)] power requirements (when ‘Copyright © 2010 by the Ameri v7 Society of Mechanical Engineers. No reproduction may be made ofthis material without written consent of ASME. (8) ASME BTH-1 Design Category (if altered) (9) ASME BTH-1 Service Class (if altered) (a) Product Safty Labels (1) Whore size and shape of the lifter allow, all ‘vacuum iftng devices shall Rave labels fixed to them jna zeadable postion, that include the appropriate sig- nal word, according to ANSI Z535.4-1998 (13), t bring the abe to the attention ofthe operator. The label should include cautionary language t0 provide danget, warn- ing, or caution notice fo operators and others against (@) exceeding the rated load, or lifting loads not specified inthe instruction manval 1b) operating a damaged or malfunctioning hier, ovaifter with missing parts (©) operating when the vacuum indicator or ind- ‘ators show inadequate vacuum {a) operating when the vacuam pads are not spaced for equal loading (@) incorrect positioning of liter on load {p ‘iting people {g) lifting suspended loads over people {i leaving suspended loads unattended (@ removing of obscuring warming labels (i operating without having read and under- stood the operating manal (@ not staying clear ofthe suspended load {@ operating hier when rated load, lifter weight, or safely markings are missing ‘n) lifting loads higher than necessary {n) making alterations to liter (2) Where size or shape of liter prohibits the inchs- sion of all or any such markings, a label shal be affixed, fefersing user to consult manufacturer's instruction tnanual for product safety information (3) the vacuum iting device has manual shatott pads or groups of pads the valves shall be marked to now operating position. Should this marking be some type of coding, then a label or tag shall be attached at dr near the valve that explains such markings. 20-2.2.2 Construction (a) Vacuum Pad Rating. The ultimate pad capacity (UPC) shall be determined by the formulas provided in ASME BTH-1, () Electrical Equipment. External power supply, elec- trical equipment, and wiring for below-the-hook lifters shall comply with ANSI/NFPA 70 and ASME BTE-1. (10)ASME 830.20-2010 (©) Horizontal Surface Lifts, The rated load shal not be seater than 50% ofthe UPC for horizontal surface lis (@) Vertial Surface Lifts. The rated load shall not be greater than 25% of the UPC for vertical surface lifts (@) Laud Type. These factors are for clean, flat, dry, nonporous loads, and shall be increased as required by the surface conditions of materials to be lifted. {f) Vacium Reseree Syste. Te vacum iting device shall incorporate a vacuum reservoir of sutficient size to prevent the vacuum level under the pads from decreasing more than 10% in min with poser off on avdlean, dy, and nonporous load. The vacuum lifting device shall be designed 50 that when in operation, all available vacuum reservoirs of the machine shall be Channeled fo the vacuum pads in use during a *vacuum-power off” condition (G) Vacuum Lifer Structural Design. The manufacturer shall verify that vacuum lifting devices are designed by or under the direet supervision of qualified person, ‘The design shall be in accordance with ASME! STH and shall consider the stresses resulting from the appli- Cation of rated oad plus the weight of te vacuum Hii device Vacuum lifting devices shall be designed to ASMEBTH Design Category B static strength ritera) and the proper Service Class (fatigue lite criteria) Selected for its number of lon cycles unless qualified Person representing the owner, purchaser, of user of the lifting device determines and can demonstrate that [ASME BIHL1 Design Category A is appropriate Design Category A shall only be designated when the magnitude and variation of loads applies tothe vac Titer are predictable and do not exceed the rated capac ity, where the loading and environmental conditions are accurately defined, service is not severe, and the anticipated number of load cycles does not exceed Service Class 0 (h) Welding. All welding shall be in accordance with ANSI/AWS Dtd.1 and ASME BUELL. (0 Power Disconnects (1) Hoisting equipment using an externally pow- ered vac lifer shall have a separate vacuum lifter Gireuit switch ofthe enclosed type with provision for locking, flagging, or tagging in the open (ot) position, The vacuum lifter disconnect switch shall be connected on the line side (power supply side) of the hoisting txquipment disconnect switch {2) Disconnects arenot required on externally pow- ered vacuum lifters operating from a 120 V AC Single-phase power source. {)) Alterations, Vacusim lifters may be altered or erated, provided such alterations are analyzed and Approved by the equipment manuféctrer or a qualified person. A rerated lifter or one whose components have bean altered shall conform to this para. 2.2.22 and be tested according to para. 20-238, The new rated load shall be displayed in accordance with pare. 2022.1(a) 18 (@) Slings, when employed, shall meet the require ments of ASME B309. (@) Hooks, when employed, shall meet the requite- ments of ASME B30.10. (m) Rigging hardware, when employed, shall meet the requirements of ASME B30.26. 20-2.2.3 Installation (a) The vacuum lifting device shall be assembled and installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. () The installer shall ensure that the power supply is the same as that shown on the nameplate. (c) The electrical power supply to the vacuum lifter shall be connected to the line side of the crane disconnect of to an independent circuit (a) The installer shall check for correct rotation of all motors. (@) Prior to initial use, the lifter shall be tested per para, 20-238, (P) Operating instructions, maintenance, and parts, information shall be furnished by the manufacturer, (g) External power supply and electrical equipment for below-the-hook lifters shall comply with ANSI/NEPA 70. ‘SECTION 20-2.3: INSPECTION, TESTING, AND MAINTENANCE 20-2.3.1 Inspection Classification (2) Initial Inspection (1) New and reinstalled vacuum lifters shall be inspected by a designated person prior to initial use to verily compliance with applicable provisions of this Volume. (2) Altered or repaired vacuum lifters shall be ingpected by a designated person. The inspection may be limited to the provisions affected by the alteration or repair, as determined by a qualified person. () Inspection Intervals. Inspection procedure for vac~ ‘uum lifting devices in regular service is divided into three general classifications, based upon the intervals at ‘which inspection should be performed. The intervals, in turn, are dependent upon the nature of the critical ‘components of the vacuum lifting device and the degree of their exposure to wear, deterioration, or malfunction. ‘The three general classifications are designated as every Kft, frequent, and periodic, with respective intervals between inspections as defined below. (1) Every Lift Inspection. Visual examination by the operator beforeand during each lift madeby the vacuum, Liking device. (2) Frequent Inspection. Visual examinations by the operator or other designated persons with records not required (@) Normal service — monthly ‘Copyright © 2010 by the American Society of Mechanical Engin [No reprodiction may be mado of ths material without writen consent sexu. ao)