Hoists and elevators shall be examined daily and such examinations shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
(a) Elevators.
(1)
A visual examination of the ropes for wear, broken wires, and corrosion, especially at excessive strain points such as near the attachments and where the rope rests on the sheaves;
(2)
An examination of the elevator for loose, missing or defective parts;
(b) Hoists and elevators.
(1)
An examination of the rope fastenings for defects;
(2)
An examination of sheaves for broken flanges, defective bearings, rope alignment, and proper lubrication; and
(3)
An examination of the automatic controls and brakes required under § 77.1401.
Code of Federal Regulations
(Sec. 101, Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977, Pub. L. 91-173 as amended by Pub. L. 95-164, 91 Stat. 1291 (
30 U.S.C. 811
)
Code of Federal Regulations
[48 FR 53241, Nov. 25, 1983]