{"id":447,"date":"2013-04-29T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2013-04-29T04:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/compliance-signs.local\/crane-slings-arent-as-simple-as-they-seem\/"},"modified":"2022-08-02T17:14:41","modified_gmt":"2022-08-02T21:14:41","slug":"crane-slings-arent-as-simple-as-they-seem","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.compliancesigns.com\/blog\/crane-slings-arent-as-simple-as-they-seem\/","title":{"rendered":"Crane Slings Aren&#8217;t as Simple as They Seem"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Cranes, winches and similar lifting devices are a common sight on construction sites and in industrial settings. But workers aren\u2019t always fully aware of the hazards involved with the slings that allow cranes to lift and hold materials. There are many types of slings made from a variety of materials, because not every type or material is correct for every task or situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing the wrong sling or using one incorrectly can result in damage to the load, stresses on the crane or winch or injuries to workers in the surrounding area. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to choose the right type of sling and to follow safe operating procedures. It also explains why OSHA has established very specific rules about sling selection, inspection and use. 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