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The American Society of ’ Mechanical Engineers AN AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARD HOOKS ASME B30.10-1999 (Revision of ASME B30.10-1993) SAFETY STANDARD FOR CABLEWAYS, CRANES, DERRICKS, HOISTS, HOOKS, JACKS, AND SLINGS Date of Issuance: March 31, 2000 ‘The 1999 edition of this Standard is being issued with an automatic addenda subscription service. The use of an addenda allows revisions made in response to public review comments or committee actions to be published on a regular yearly basis; revisions published in addenda will become effective 1 year after the Date of Issuance of the addenda. The next edition of this Standard is scheduled for publication in 2004. ASME issues written replies to inquiries concerning interpretations of technical aspects of this Standard, The interpretations will be included with the above addenda service. 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"ASME does not “approve,” “rate,” of “endorse” any itom, construction, proprietary device, cor activity [ASME does not take any positon with respect to the validity of any patent rights asserted in connection with any tems mentioned inthis document, and does not undertake to Insure anyone vuliing 3 ist lability for infringement of any applicable letters patent. nor assumes ‘any such liability, Users of a code or standard are expressly advised that determination of the ‘potent tights, ond the risk af infringement of auch rights, fa entry thle ‘wn responsibility. Parieipation by federal agency representaive(s) or person(s) afiiated with industry isnot to be interpreted as government or industry endorsement ofthis code or standard. "ASME accepts responsibility for only those interpretations of this document issued in accordance withthe established ASME procedures and palices, which precludes the issuance (of interretations by individuals, No part ofthis document may be reproduced in any form, inan alactroni retrieval system ar otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher. The American Society of Mechanical Engineers ‘Three Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016-5990 Copyright © 2000 by ‘THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS {All Rights Reserved Printed in USA FOREWORD “This American Nations Standard, Safety Standard for Caleways, Canes, Dench. Hoists, Hooks. Jacks, and Slings, has been developed under the procedures acreied by the Ameran National Standards Insitute (formerly the United States of Amedica Standards treat), Tas Standard ads begining tn December 1916 when an eihepage Code of Sater Standids for Cranes. prepared by uo ASME Comite onthe Postion of Indus Worker, was preenied to the annual meeting of the ASME. Mectngs and diacuvsions regarding safety on cranes, demchs. and hoists were held from 1920 to 1925, involving the ASME Safety Code Conelating Commitee, the Association of ron and Stel Elec! Engineer, the American Musom of Say. the American Engineering Standards Commitce {later changed to American Standards Association and sutsequently tothe USA Standards Inte). Departmen of Labor ~~ Site of New Jersey Department of Labor and Indusity — State of Pennsyvania, and the Locomotive Crane Banutacturer asoostion. On une 11,1925, the Amencon Engineering Sanders Commits approved the ASME Safty Code Correlating Commies recommendation and authorized the project withthe US. Deparment of the Navy, Bureau of Yards and Docks, and ASME a sponsors In March 1926, invitations were issued to $0 organizations to appoint representatives to 4 Sectional Commies. The ell for organization of this Sectional Commitee was sem ut Cctober 3, 1926 and the Commitee was organized November 4, 1926, with 57 members representing 29 national organizations. The Safely Code for Cranes, Demicks. and Hiss, {ASA B302-1983, was erate from the eight-page document refered in the ist paragraph, ‘his document was reathtmed in 1952 and widely aceped ge a sae standard Due to changes in design, advancement in techniques, and general interest of labor and industry in salty, the Sectional Commitee, under the joint sponsorship of ASME and the Naval Facies Engincering Command, U.S. Depanment of the Navy. was reorganized as fan_ American. National Standards Commitee on January 31, 1962, with 39 members Teptcenting 27 talons erganiation “The toon of the previous ode mas changed so tat separate standards (ach complete 2» t0comsracon and istllaon inspection, texting. and mainenance: and operation wil Cuvee the feen tes of euipmentialuded in the scope of B30. In 1982, the Commitee wis weorganized as an Accredited Organization Commitee. operating under procedure developed bythe ASME and aseeditd by the American Naor Standards tse Thi Standard presents coordinated set of miles hat may See 35 pide to government and other regultory bodies and municipal autores responsible for the guarding. and inypection ofthe equipment fling within ie scope. The suggestions leading to accident prevenion are given both sé mandatory and advisory provisions, compliance with Both typos may be required by employers af their employees In cave of practi difculies, new developments, or unnecessary hardship. the admit tive oF regulatory authority may grant variances from the literal requirements o¢ permit the tse of other devices or methods. but only when Iti clearly exiden that an equivalent degree of proection ie therchy secured. To secure uniform application and interpretation of ths ‘Standard, administrative or regulatory autores ae urged to consult the B30 ‘Committee, in accordance with the format described in Section IIL, before rendering decisions fon disputed points, ‘This volume of the Standard, which was approved by the B30 Committee and by ASME, ‘was approved by ANSI and designated as an American National Standard on June 24, 1999 Safety codes and standards are intended to enhance public safety. Revisions result from ‘committee consideration of factors such as technological advances, new data, and changing environmental and industry needs, Kevisions do not imply that previous editions were inadequate, ASME B30 COMMITTEE Safety Standards for Cableways, Cranes, Derricks, Hoists, Hooks, Jacks, and Slings (The following is the rottr of the Committee atthe time of approval ofthis Standard) OFFICERS. P.S.Zorich, Chair 8.0 Cosson, Vice Chair 4. Pang, Secretary COMMITTEE PERSONNEL” ALLIANCE OF AMERICAN INSURERS T.A. Chvistensen, Liberty Mutual insurance Co. ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA CL Huneyeutt, JA. Jones Construction W.P. Rolling, Alternate, J. Jones Construction ASSOCIATED WIRE ROPE FABRICATORS 1D Sayonga, Associated Wire Rope Fabricators 1.4. Bishop, Alternate, Bishop Lifting Products, Ine. ASSOCIATION OF CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT MANAGERS HE. Livermore, Bechtel Leazin, ne J.C. Ryan, Alternate, oh Bros. Construction Co, ASSOCIATION OF IRON AND STEEL ENGINEERS “J-W. Rowland, Bethlehem Stee! EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS INSTITUTE DLN, Wolf, National Crane Corp. 1-H. Crowley, Aitemate, Equipment Manufacturers Insitute FORGING INOUSTAY ASSOCIATION GF. Holla, Consultant, Columbus McKinnon Corp. EK Marburg, Slterate, Columbus Mexinnan Carp. INTERNATIONAL UNION OF OPERATING ENGINEERS 'W. J. Smith, Jr, International Union of Operating Engineers 5.€. Buck, Alternate, International Union of Operating Enginsers, Local 160 NATIONAL CONSTRUCTORS ASSOCIATION MF, Emhart, Loonard Construction Co ALE Peterson, alternate ABB CE Services, Ine NATIONAL ERECTORS ASSOCIATION 1. E, Wei, Jr, Norrie Brothers Co, Ine 4. Conant, zlternate, Conant Crane Rental Co, POWER, CRANE, AND SHOVEL ASSOCIATION BUREAU OF THE ‘CONSTAUCTION INDUSTRY MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (CIMA) ING. Hargreaves, Terex Corp. 1G. Quinn, Alternate, FMC Constrction Eqvioment Cor. ‘The members ld. eer for those ned under the Neaing Fr inividul members. were gamit By their sop opaneaions ‘SPECIALIZED CARRIERS AND RIGGING ASSOCIATION HL Shapiro, Howard, Shapieo & Associates RLM. Konner, Alternate, Landmark Engineering Sorvice STEEL PLATE FABRICATORS ASSOCIATION Miller, CBI NA-CON, ne Wi. Romsor, Alternate, Consutant USS. DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY EE Rady, Moblity Technology Center, US. Army US, DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY “E: Riehardson, Naval Facities Engineering Command WIRE ROPE TECHNICAL BOARO 1D. Means, Wice Rope Corp. of America, Ine B.A. Henninger, Aiternat, Poulsen Wire Rape Corp, INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS 1. Asenato, Jt, Eastman Kodak Co, RJ. Bolen, Edu Pont de Nemours & Co. ne 18D. Brown, OSHA, US. Department of Labor PL Rossi Alternate, OSHA, US. Deparment of Labor K.J.Chlad, Matera Handing Division of Catepilar W. Downs, Jr, Alternate, Downs Crane and Hoist Co, In . Cosson, Nomth American Crane Bureau West 4, Danlin, Walker Magnetic Grovp, ne W. Eekstine, Grove Worldwide Miller, Alternate, Grove Worldwide M Fowler, U.S. Deparment ofthe Air Force LU Franks, South Carolina State Port Authority Sater, Alternate Mekay International Engineering 3 Heatley, Crane institute of America, Ine 1. Heppner. Lites ne W.trland, Amelyda Engineered Products Johnron, Amareen Equipment L Owens, Altornate, Granite Construction Co, IM. Klibart, Honorary Member, Lill Co, Ine G Leiden, Ingarsa Rane Co, T Parking. Alternate, Ingersoll Rand 5. Mekosky, Honorary Member, Consuitent H. O'Gary. 3M Co. A. Ziegimeir, Aternate, 3M Co Feisinger, #1 Industries, ne Gordon, Aitarnate, FRI Indusies ne Toth, Consuttant, Morrie Material Handling ‘J/MeCormick iterate, Mares Material Handing Wiis, U'S. Aimy Corps of Engineers E. Scott, Alternate, US. Atrny Corps of Engineers S.2orieh, RZP Internationa Ui pape RaL OAL ESOP OEE RESP OBABE CONTENTS Foreword Commitee Roster Summary of Chany Introduction General Section 1 Scope Sestion Purpose Section IL Interpretations Section IY New and Existing Installations Section V Mandatory and Advisory Rules Section VI Metric Conversions Chapter 10-0 Section 10-0.1 Scope of ASME 830.10 Section 10.02 Chapter 10-1 Section 1041.1 Section 1041.2 Section 10-1.3 Chapter 10-2 Section 10-2.1 Section 10. Detiniions Hooks Marking and Construction Tnspeetion, Testing. and Maintenance Operating Practices Hooks — Miscellaneous Macking and Construction Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance Section 10-2.3 Operating Practices Figures Vr Clasis Hook 2 Eye Hook 3 Shank Hook, 4 Duplex Hook 1Sister) 5 Amiculated Duplex Hook (Sister) 6 Self-Locking Eye Hook (Open) 7 8 9 Sclf-Locking Clevis Hook (Closed) Self-Closing Bail (Eye Hook) Self-Closing Gate Latch (Shank Hook) 10 Self-Closing Flapper Latch (Shank Hook) Tl Self-Closing Flapper Latch (Swivel Hook) 12 Self-Closing Flipper Latch (Exe Hook) 13 Self-Closing Tiplock Latch (Shank Hook) 14 Self-Closing Tiplock Latch (Eye Hook) 15 Single Plate Hook 16 Laminated Plats Hook IT Bye Grab Hook u u B 18 19 20 2 Table Clevis Grab Hook Foundry Hook Sorting Hook Choker Hook Proof Test Load SUMMARY OF CHANGES ‘The 1999 edition of ASME B30.10 includes editorial changes. revisions, and corrections introduced in B30,10a-1996 and B30.10-1998, as well as the following changes identified by (99). Page Location Change 12 Inwroduction| Under General (1) In the B30 standard listing of the second paragraph, footnote references deleted From 830.23 and B30.25 (2) Ninth paragraph revised Foornote | Revised ‘Section HHL First paragraph revised. 3 10.02 Definition of qualified person revised 7 Fig. 6 Corrected by Errata ‘SPECIAL NOTE: “The interpretations to ASME 830.10 are included as a separate section for the user's convenience. ‘99) ASME 890 101999 SAFETY STANDARD FOR CABLEWAYS, CRANES, DERRICKS, HOISTS, HOOKS, JACKS, AND SLINGS INTRODUCTION General B30.20 _Below-the-Hook Lifting Devices ‘This Standard is one of a series of safety standards BAO2}_ Manually Lever Operated Hoists 830.22 Aniculating Boom Cranes fon various subjests that have fen formulated under B93, pulang Boom Crane the general auspices ofthe American National Standards Se Institute. One purpose of the Standard is to serve as 8 guide to governmental authorities having jurisdiction ‘see subjects within the scope of the Standard. [eis expected, however, that the Standard will find a major application in industry, serving as a ude to manufactur- ers. purchasers, and users of the equipment For the convenience of the user. the Standaad has been divided into separate volumes B01 Jacks B302 Overhead and Gantry Cranes (Top Running Bridge. Single or Multiple Girder, Top Running Trolley Hoist) B303 Construction Tower Cranes 8304 Portal, Tower, and Pedestal Cranes B30.5 Mobile and Locomotive Cranes B306 —_Derricks B30.7— Base Mounted Drum Hoists 8308 Floating Cranes and Floating Derricks B30.9 Slings 1830.10 Hooks B30.11 Monorails and Undestung. Cranes 30.12 Handling Loads Suspended From Rotorcraft B30.13 Storage/Rewieval (S/R) Machines and Associated Equipment B30.14 Side Boom Tractors B30.15 Mobile Hydraulic Cranes Note: B20.15-1973 has been withdrawn, ‘The revision of B30.15 is included in the latest edition of 830.5, B30.16 Overhead Hoists (Undeshung) B30.17 Overhead and Gantey Cranes (Top Running Bridge. Single Girder. Underhung Hoist) B30.18 Stacker Cranes (Top or Under Running Bridge, Multiple Girder With Top or Under Running Trolley Hoisty 830.19 Cableways B30.25 B30. Container Cranes! Scrap and Material Handlers I adopted for governmental use. the references to cotter national codes and standards in the specific vol- ‘umes may be changed to refer to the corresponding regulations of the governmental authorities. ‘The use of cableways, cranes, derrick, hoists, hooks, jacks. and slings is subject to certain hazards that cannot be met by mechanical means but only by the ‘exercise of intelligence. care. and common sense. It is therefore essential to have personnel involved in the use and operation of equipment who are competent, careful, physically and mentally qualified, and trained inthe sale operation of the equipment and the handling ‘of the loads. Serious hazards are overloading, deopping fr slipping of the load caused by improper hitching fr slinging, obstructing the free passage of the load, and using equipment for a purpose for which it was not intended or designed. “The Standards Committee fully realizes the impor- tance of proper design factors, minimum or maximum sizes, and other limiting dimensions of wite rope or chain and their fastenings, sheaves. sprockets. deums, and similar equipment covered by the Standard, all of ‘whieh are closely connected with safety. Sizes, strengths, and similar criteria are dependent on many different factors. often varying with the installation and uses. ‘These factors depend on the condition of the equipment ‘or material: on the loads: on the acceleration or speed of the ropes, chains, sheaves, sprockets, or drums: on the type of attachments: on the number, size, and arrangement of sheaves or other parts: on environmental conditions causing corrosion or wear; and on many variable factors that must be considered in exch individ ual case, The rules given in the Standard must be TBO bn he development sags [ASME 690.10-1998 interpreted aecordingly. and judgment used in determin ing their application. Some of the provisions of this Standard require compliance with information found in manuals or other documents supplied by the manufacturer with the equip- ‘ment, The information includes recommendations, re- uirements. and instructions (eg. “the reeving shall be checked for compliance with the recommendations of the manufacturer"). ‘Compliance with the provisions should not preclude the possibility of consulting a qualified person, This is tue pasiculurly when: the equipment has been altered, repaired. oF modified: the manuals or documents supplied by the manutacturer are no longer available for the manufacturer or a suceessor is mo longer in business and the manwals are no longer availible, However, the purpose of consulting a qualities person shall not be to avoid contacting the manufacturer and using the information supplied by the manufacture ‘The Standards Committee will be glad to receive criticisms of this Standard’s requirements and sugges: tions for its improvement, especially those based on factual experience in application of the rules Suggestions for changes 10 the Standard should be submitted t0 the Secretary of the B30 Committee. ASME, Three Park Avenue, New York. NY 10016. 53990, and should be in accordance with the following Format: (a) cite the specitic paragraph de pertinent volume, ation of the (hh) indivate the suggested change (addition, deletion, revision, ete) fe) briefly state the suggested change: won and/or evidence for the {uly submit susgested changes to more than ne pa ‘graph in the onder that the paragraphs appear in the olume: ‘The B30 Committee will consider each suggested change ia a timely manner in accordance with its procedures. Section |: Scope ‘This Standard applies to the construction, installation ‘operation, inspection, and maintenance of jacks: power- ‘operated eranes, monorails, and crane runays: power- ‘operated and manually operated dericks and hoists: lifting devices. hooks. and slings: and cableways, This Standard does not apply to rack and automotive Jacks. railway or automobile wrecking eranes, shipboard cranes, shipboard cargo-handling equipment. well-dil Hooks ing derricks, skip hoists, mine hoists. tuck body hoists. car or barge pullers, conveyors, excavating equipment, ‘or equipment coming within the scope of the following. Committees: A10, AIT, A90, AD2, A120, B20, BSS, and B77 Section Il: Purpose This Standard is designed to: (a) guard against and minimize injury 10 workers, and otherwise provide for protection of lie, limb, and property by prescribing safety requirements (io) provide dirsetion to owners. employers, supervie sors, and others concemed with, oF responsible for. its application: and fc} guide govemments and other reguatory bodies in the development, promulgation appropriate safety directives. and enforwement of Section Ill: Interpretations Upon request. the B30 Committee will rendor an interpretation of any requirement of the Standard. Inter- pretations can he rendered only in response 10 written request seat t0 the Secretary of the B30 Committe, ASME, Three Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016 3990, The request for interpretation should be clear and ‘unambiguous. [tis further recommended thatthe inquirer submit his request utilizing the following format: Sui “Cite the applicable paragraph umber(s) sind provide a concise description Edition; Cite the applicable edition of the pertinent volume for which the intexpretation is being requested. Question: Phrase the question as a request for an integpretation of a specific requieement suit: able for general understanding and use, not a5 a request for approval of a proprietary design or situation. The inquirer may also include any plans or drawings that are necessary 10 explain the question: however, they should not contain any proprietary names oF information, Requests that are not in this format will be rewsiten inthis format by the Commitice prior to being answered. which coulll change the intent of the original request. ASME procedures provide for reconsideration of any Jeepretation when of if additional information that (ge ooKs might affect an interpretation is available. Further, persons aggrieved by an interpretation may appeal (0 the cognizant ASME Committee or Subcommittee ASME. does not “approv: ae" of “en dorse™ any item, construction, proprietary device, or Section IV: New and E 19 Installations (a) Effective Date. The effective date of this volume forthe purpose of defining new and existing installations shall be one year after its date of issuance (b) New Installation, Construction, installation, spection, testing. maintenance. and operation of equip ment manufactured and facilities constructed after the elective date of this volume shall conform with the mandatory requirements of this volume (6) Existing Installasions. Inspection, testing, mainte- nance. and operation of equipment manufactured and facilities constructed prior to the effective date of this [ASME 890.10-1999, ‘volume shall be done, as applicable, in accordance with the requirements of this volume. wis not the intent of this volume to require retrofiting of existing equipment. However, when an item is being modified, its performance requirements shall be reviewed relative to the current volume. Ifthe perform- dance differs substantially, he 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 one year Section V: Mandatory and Advisory Rules Mandatory rules of this volume are characterized by use of the word shall. Ifa provision is of an advisory nature, itis indicated by use of the word should and is a recommendation wo be considered, the advisability fof which depends on the facts in each situation, Section VI: Metric Conversions ‘The values stated in U.S. Customary units are t0 be regarded a8 the standard. [ASME 830.10-1999, HOOKS Chapter 10-0 Scope and Definitions Section 10-0.1: Scope of ASME 830.10 Within the general scope detined in Section f, ASME 1830.10 applies to all types of hooks shown in Figs through 21 used in conjunction with equipment described in other volumes of the B30 Standard. Hooks supporting a load in a direct-pull configuration, with the load carried in the base (bowlisaddle or pin hole — see Figs. 3 and 4) of the hook, are covered in Chapter 10-1. Hooks that do not suppor a load in a direct pull configuration are covered in Chapter 10-2 Section 10.0.2: abnormal operating conditions: environmental cond tions that are unfavorable. harmful, or detrimental to fr for the use of a hook administrative or regulatory authority: governmental agency or the emplayer in the absence of governmental jurisdiction appointed: assigned specie responsibilities. by the temployer or the employer's representative ‘rack: a crevice-type discontinuity in the materia. designated person: & person selected or assigned by the employer or the employer's representative as being competent to perform specitic duties hook, selfclosing: a hook with a throat opening that is closed by a spring-loaded latch, gate, or bail that is manually opened for loading and closes upon release 1 may be locked in the closed position (see Figs. 8 through 4), ‘hook, selflocking: a hook with a throat opening that will close and lock when a load is applied, and will rot open until unloaded and the lock released (see Figs. 6 and 7). latch: a mechanical device used to close the throat ‘opening of hook (sce Figs. 1 through 5) load: the total weight imposed on the hook. load, proof: the specific load applied in performance ff the proof test load, rated: the maximum allowable working load Imauce’ rape oe wire used t9 clase the throat opening of hook. nick or gouge: sharp notch in hook surface which may act as stress riser in the area of the notch. qualified person: a person who. by possession of a (9° recognized degree in an applicable field or certificate of, professional standing, oF who by extensive knowledge. training, and experience, has successfully demonstrated the ability to solve problems relating to the subject matter and work, service, heavy: service that involves operating, at 855 to 100% of rated load as a tegular specified procedute service, normal: service that involves operating at less than 85% of rated load except for isolated instances. service, severe: heavy service coupled with abnormal ‘operating conditions. test, nondestructive: a test that does not destroy the functional use of the hook, such as but not limited to dye penctrant test, magnetic particle test, radiography test, and ultrasonic test test proof, a nondestructive load test made to verify the manufacturing integrity of the hook. ASME 830.10-1998 loadin Nee Les Ny FIG. 1 CLEVIS HOOK (Latch — When Required) Point or tip Throat FIG. 2. EYE HOOK (Latch — When Required) |, shane 7 | Back ee Base ee! (Bowveaadte) FIG.3 SHANK HOOK (Latch — When Required) HooKs Hole for pin FIG. 4 DUPLEX HOOK (SISTER) (Hole for Pin Is Optional) (Lateh — When Required) GENERAL NOTE: ‘The shape ofthe bow! of the hook shall be designed sueh that an unbalanced load positioned ively, Beneath the pivot point wil nat allow sing load stoenmont tobe asloaged FIG.5 ARTICULATED DUPLEX HOOK (SISTER) (Hole for Pin Is Optional) (Latch — When Required) HooKs ASME 830.10-1999, | FIG. 9 SELF-CLOSING GATE LATCH 99) FIG.6 SELF-LOCKING EYE HOOK (OPEN) (SHANK HOOK) Ga FIG. 10 SELF-CLOSING FLAPPER LATCH FIG. 7 SELF-LOCKING CLEVIS HOOK (SHANK HOOK) (CLOSED) Oo os FIG. 11 SELF-CLOSING FLAPPER LATCH FIG. 8 SELF-CLOSING BAIL (EYE HOOK) (SWIVEL HOOK) ASME 830.10-1999, HOOKS NN FIG. 12 SELF-CLOSING FLIPPER LATCH (EVE HOOK) FIG. 15 SINGLE PLATE HOOK FIG. 13. SELF-CLOSING TIPLOCK LATCH (SHANK HOOK) FIG. 16 LAMINATED PLATE HOOK FIG. 14 SELF-CLOSING TIPLOCK LATCH (EVE FIG. 17. EYE GRAB HOOK HOOK) HooKs ASME 630.10-1999, GY FIG. 18 CLEVIS GRAB HOOK FIG. 20. SORTING HOOK G & FIG. 19 FOUNDRY HOOK FIG. 21. CHOKER HOOK ASME 890.10-1999 Chapter 10-1 Hooks ‘This Chapter applies to all hooks specifically shown in Figs. | through 16 that support a load in a direc. pull configuration where the Toad is carried in the base hmatsadsle or pin hile — see Figs. 3 and 4) of the book Section 10-1.1: Marking and Construction 10-1.1.1 Markings. Manufacturer's Wentitcation shall he forged, cast, oF die stamped on a tow Stress and nonsearing ansa of the hush 10-1.1.2 Construction (a) The book material shall have sufficicnt ductility two permanently deform before losing the ability 10 support the load at the temperatures at which the specific hook will be used (8) Wheo a latch is profited, it shall be designed to retain such items as, but not limited to, slings and ‘chains under slack conditions, The late is pot intended to support the Toad {o) Attachments, such as handles, latch supports, shall not be welded to finished hook in field applications. If welding of an attachment such as these ts required. i shall be done in manufacturing oF Fabrica sion prior 10 any required final heat treatment Section 10-1.2: Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance 10-1.2.1 Inspection 10-1.2.1.1 Inspec lay Inseal baypection, snd rep 9 Classification Prior iniial use, all-new +d howks shall he inspected 10 verify compli- sance ith the applicable provisions of this volume ‘hy Inspection procedure and record Keaping require: ‘ments for hooks in regular serice shall be govemed hy the hind of equipment in which they are used. When. suxh requirements for hooks are stated in standseds for specific equipment, they shall ake precedence over folivaing. Otherwise, there shall be two general iestiony based upon intervals at which examina: 11 he performed The clasifications are herein designated frequent and periadic, with imtervals berween examinations as defined below (1) Frequent Inspection, Visual exsminations by the operator or other designated person sith records rot require: a) nonmal seevice — monthly = weekly 1 monthly: cs severe service — daily to weekly. (2) Perindic Inspection, Visual inspections by a designated person making records of apparent extemal ‘conditions to provide the basis For continuing evaluation: (a) normal service — yearly. with equipment in place (D) heavy service — semiannually. with equip: ‘ment in place unless extemal conditions indicate that, disassembly should be done to permit detailed in spection: {e) severe service — quanterly. as in heavy pra. (b)(2Kb) abovel. except that the detailed inspection may show the need for a nondestruc- tive type of testing Ub) beawy. servic service [se 10-1.2.1.2 Frequent Inspection (a) Frequent inspections shall include observations during. operation (h) A designated person shall determine whether conditions found during the inspection constitute a hazard and whether a more detailed inspection ise quired, {c) Hooks shall be inspected for the following items: (17 distortion, such as bending, wisting, oF in- creased throat opening 2) wear (2) cracks. nicks. or gouges (see para, 10-1 2.31): (4) latch engagement (if provided): (5) damaged or malfunctioning latch (if provided): (6) hook attachment and securing means: (7) self-locking. hooks for proper operation and locking, 10-1.2.1.3 Periodie Inspection (a) laspection of hooks shall be performed as defined jn para 10-171 bx?) ASME 830,10-1999, 1) The inspection shall include the requirements of para. 10-1,2.12 {c) Hooks having any of the following conditions shall be removed from service until repaired or replace. (1) Deformation. Any bending of twisting ex: ceeding 10 deg (or as recommended by the manufac turer from the plane of the untent hook 12) Throat Opening. Any distortion causing an increase in throat opening [5% (or as recommended by the manufacturer) (31 Wear, Any wear exceeding 10% {or as recom: rionded by the manufacturer) of the original section dimension of the hook oF its load pin, 141 Inability 9 Look. Any selt-locking hook that does not lock 151 Inoperative Latch lose the how's theo Amy latch that does nos 10-1.2.2 Testing ‘ay When peoot tests are used to verify manufacturing poses, mutctal, oF Couligutation, dhe hioks sll be ible to withstand the proof load application without permanent deformation when the load is applied for a ‘minimum of 15 sec. This condition shall be considered to have been satisfied if the permanent increase in the throat opening does not exceed 1% of O02 in. (OS mimi, whiches For such tests, Table 1 states the proof loads that shall be applied to a hook having rated load capacity (For duplex (sister) hook having a pin hole. the proof load for the pin hole shall be in accordance with Table 1. The proof load on the hook shall be shared equally between the bw prongs of a sister hook, unless ed for unbalanced loading tc) Performance testing of hooks shall not be required except where necessary t0 contomm fo the reyulrendents For the equipment of hich they are a par 10-1.2.3 Maintenance 1a) Any conditions disclosed by the inspections por= formed in accordance with the requirements of paras 10-1.2.1.2 oF 10-1.2.1.3 shall he corected by repair oF replacement before continuing to use the hook Hooks shall be removed from service unless a qual: fied person approves their continued use and initiates 1b) Hooks having damage or wear described as fol- lows shall be repaired or replaced: Ly eracks. nicks, and gouges [se para. (e1 below (2) wear exceeding 10% (or ay recommended by the manufacturer of the original sectional dimension: HooKs TABLE 1 PROOF TEST LOAD Rated Load Prost Percent Tons orRated Tons (20006) ks Lead (2000) 1 9072200 2 18 5 4535200, oe 10 9072 200 oe 18 3608200 3287 2» werse 200 4356 2 zs0 200, so ass 20 27218200 oo (5 35 sn7sz 200 a) ra 36288 200 72 6 40822200 20 got 50 45360 200 200890 60 sian 393 Ne 10s % fom a woe 100 80.720 166 1084477 253400180 68673 150136080133 201780 75158760133 za 2078 200 Teyaso 133 2582387 25028800133 m3 2988 3002216039 309356 3503178203 aes a9 oo 3szee0 tgs aT35, 40 auaza0 59822 soo sn00 13685 ‘Above $00 459,600, 33 GENERAL NoTES, {a) 1 ton short 2000 1b) = 8.9 KN (unit of force {b) Forhooks with rated lacs not shown n tha above table lise the next ower rating for datormining the percent of ‘tad toad to'bo appt ae 9 prot Tos 141 a bend oF wwist exceeding 10 deg for the plane of the unbent hook: (4) an increase in the throat opening exceeding 15% (or as recommended by the manufacturer) (57 inability of self-locking hooks to lock, (c} A hook latch. when requited, that is inoperative shall be repaired oF replaced, fd) A hook with 9 latch that does not close the throat opening shall be removed trom service or moused Until the latch is replaced or repaired. es Repair of cracks, nicks. and gouges shall be camred out by a designated person by grinding longitu. nally. following the comaur of the hook, provided no HOOKS dimension is reduced more than 10% (or as recom mended by the manufacturer) of its original value (f All other repairs shall be performed by the manufacturer or 2 qualified person. ‘gy Replacement pans, such as lead pins for clevis hooks, shall be atleast equal to the qsiginal manufactur. e's specifications. Se ion 10-1.3: Operating Practices Personnel using hooks shall be asare ofthe following fair It stall be determined that the weight of the loud to be lifted does not exceed the lesser of the load fating of the hook oF the lad ating oF the equipment fof which the hook is a part 1) Shock loading should be avoided 6) Load shall be contered in the base tbow lise) bf the hook 40 prevent point loading of the ook. fd) Hooks shall 90t be used in such a manner as to place a side load or back load on the hook. (el When w 14 davice 9 close the theoat opening ASME 830.10-1998 ‘of the hook. care shall be taken that the load is not carried by the closing device (7) Hands. fingers, and body shall be kept from between hook and load, {g) Duplex (sister) hooks shall be loaded equally on both sides unless the hook is specifically desizned for single loading. When using an articulated duplex (sister hook (see Fig. 5). care should be taken because articula tion of the hook may cause instability inthe slung load. (ih) UF the duplex (sister) hook is loaded at the pin hole instead of at the wo saddles, the load applied shall not exceed the rated load tht stould normally be shared by the two Saddle oF the fated load of the supporting equipment (4) The use of a hook with a Ia the inadvertent detachment of a slack si ch does not preclude oF a load from the hook, Visual verification of proper hook engagenient is required in all cases (i) Solf-locking hooks shall be locked during use. (hy When a lock is equipped with a latch, the latch should not be restrained from closing during use ASME #30 10-1999, Chapter 10-2 Hooks — Miscellaneous ‘This Chapter applies to all hooks specifically shown vn Figs. 17 through 21 that do not support a load in {tirect-pull configuration, such as grat hooks, foundry hooks. sorting hooks, and choker hooks Section 10-2.1: Marking and Construction 10-2.1.1 Markings. Manufactueer's identification shall be forged. east, oF die stamped on a low” stress and nonwearing area of the ook 10-2.1.2 Construction (a) The Hook material shall have sufficient ductility to permanently: deform before losing the ability to support the load at the temperatures at which the specitic hook will be used {by Rated los for & hook, when used in the manner for which it is intended, shall be equal to or exceed the rated load ofthe chain, wie rope, or other suspension members to which it is attached. In those instances when this is not feasible, special precautions shall be taken to ensure that the rated load limit of the hook is not exceeded. Section 10-2.2: Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance 10-2.2.1 Inspection 10-2.2.1.1 Inspection Classification tay Initial Inspection. Prior t0 initial use, all-new and repaired hooks shall be inspected to verify compli- tance with the applicable provisions of this volume. ‘iby Inspection procedure and record Keeping require ments for hooks in regular service shall be govemed by the hind of equipment in which they are used. When. such requirements for hooks are stated in standards for the specific equipment, they shall take precedence oer the following. Otherwise, there shall be wo general lasstications based upon intervals at which examina: tion shall be performed. The classifications are herein designated frequent and periodic, with intervals between examinations 35 éefined below. (11 Frequent Inspection. Visual examinations by the operator or other designated person with records not required: fa) nommal service — monthly Ib) heasy service — weekly to monthly for severe service — daily 1 weekly (2) Peril: Inspection, Visual inspections by a designated person making records of apparent external ‘conditions to provide the basis for continuing evaluation fai nommul service — yearly. with equipment in place: (b) heavy service — semiannually, with equip reat in place unless extemal conditions indicate that disassembly should be done to permit detailed in- spection (c) severe service — quanerly, as in heavy ee {see para. (b/2%b) above], except that the detailed inspection may show the need for a nondestruc- tive type of testing 10-2.2.1.2 Frequent Inspection (a) Frequent inspection shall include observations ‘during. operation (b) A designated person shall determine whether conditions found during the inspection constitute a hazard and whether a more detailed inspection is re- guiced, {c) Hooks shall be inspected for the Following items: (1) distortion. such as bending. twisting, or in creased throat opening: (2) wear (G2) cracks, nicks, or gouges [see para, 10 (4) hook attachment and securing, mean. 10-2.2.1.3 Periodic Inspection (a) Inspection of hooks shal be performed as defined fn para, 10-22.1.10610) (b) The inspection shall include the requirements of para, 10-2.2.12 (6) Hooks having any of the following conditions shall be removed from service until repaired or replaced, (1) Deformation. Any bending oF twisting ex- ceeding 10 deg (or as recommended by the manufac- {wren from the plane of the unbent hook. (2) Throat Opening. Any distortion causing an ASME 890.10-1998 ‘increase in throat opening exceed mended by the manutacturer (41 Wear. Any wear exceeding 105 (oF as recom= mended by the manufacturer) of the original so dimension of the book or its load pin 1S (or as recom 10-2.2.2 Testing. Performance testing of hooks shall not be required except where necessary fo conform (o the requirements for the equipment of which they are apart 10.2.2.3 Maintenance vuiv Any conditions disclosed by the inspections per fioymed in aecondanoe with the requirements oF putas. W-22.4.2 oF 102.2 1.3 shall be comrscted by repair wt replacement hetiore vontiatwing 1 use the hook Hooks shall he romoed from vice unless 4 gal- ied person approves their eomtinusd use and initiates Un) Hooks having damage or wear described as fol tows shall be repaired oF eepaced: [Hr eracks. nicks. and gouges {see para. (c) below: 12) wear exceeding 10% (or as recommended by the owamufacturer) of the ori (4) a bond oF twist exceeding 10 deg from the plane of the unbent hook, oF as recommended by the al dimension: HooKs: 4) an increase in throat opening exceedin (or as recommended by the manufacturer: for hooks (see Figs. 17 and 18), when the portions of the hook forming the throat are not parallel, fo) Repair of cracks. nicks, and gouges shall be ‘sorried out by u designated pecson hy grinding longitud nally, following the contour of the hook, provided that no dimension is redused more than 105 (or as recommended by the manufacturer) ofits original valve fd All other repairs shall be performed by: the manufacturer oF & qualified person. ey Replacement pars, such as load pins for clesis hooks shall be a least equal 1 the of Fs specifications Section 10-2.3: Operating Practices Personnel using misselkaneous hooks shall be a of the following a) I shall be determined that the load or force required does not exceed the rated load of the hook's assembly, especially when special conditions, such as choking or grabbing. are considered. 1) Shock loading should be avoided. tc} A hook shall not be used ia a manner other than that for which it is intended (a) Hands. fingers. and body shall be kept away from between the load and the Hook. ASME B30.10 Interpretations Replies to Technical Inquiries January 1995 ~ June 1998 FOREWORD ‘This publication includes all of the written replies issued between the indicated Jates by the Secretary, speaking. for the ASME BX Committee, Safety Stndards for Cableways. Cranes, Derricks, Hoist, Hooks, Jacks, and SlingS, 19 inguiries conceming interpretations of technical aspects of B30.10, Hooks These replies ate taken verbatim from the original leters except for a few typographical corrections land some minor editorial corrections made for the purpose of improved clarity. In some few instances, {Tiesicw uf the interpretation revealed a need for corrections of a technical nature: in these cases. a corrected interpretation follows immediately after the original reply. These interpretations were prepared in accordance with the accredited ASME procedures. ASME procedures provide for reconsideration of these interpretations when or if additional information is, failable whieh the inquirer believes might affect the iatempretation. Further, persons aggrieved by this Interpretation may appeal 1 the cognizant ASME Committee or Subcommittee. ASME does not ‘approve.” “centfy.” “rate.” of “endorse” any item. construction, proprietary device. or activity 1830.10 taterpretations ww10 Interpretation: 10-10 Subjects ASME B30.10-1993, Date ued: June 15, 1998 Question: Would it be correct to interpret the throat opening as the narrowest opening between the back ‘of the hook aed the tip atthe entrance (© the boss as shown in Fig, 2? Point or tip ty \ ‘ Theost ‘opening FIG. 2_ EYE HOOK {Latch — When Required) Reply: Yes, your interpretation is correct for the figure cited. However, your interpretation may not be correct for other hook configurations. ASME Services ASME is committed to developing and delivering technical information. 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