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['Materials Handling and Storage']

- Employers must designate a competent person to inspect any slings before and during use.
Employers must designate a competent person to conduct inspections of slings before and during use, especially when service conditions warrant. In addition, they must ensure that workers observe the following precautions when working with slings:
- Immediately remove damaged or defective slings from service.
- Do not shorten slings with knots, bolts, or other makeshift devices.
- Do not kink sling legs.
- Do not load slings beyond their rated capacity.
- Keep suspended loads clear of all obstructions.
- Remain clear of loads about to be lifted and suspended.
- Do not engage in shock loading.
- Avoid sudden crane acceleration and deceleration when moving suspended loads.