Challenges in Enforcing Lifting Standards

Challenges in Enforcing Lifting Standards

Complexities in Enforcing Lifting Standards

Explain the complexities and difficulties in enforcing standards for lifting. Use specific examples to support your answer.

Weight lifting standards refer to the set criterion regarding design, test, inspection and operation of lifting devices and equipment. It also gives guidelines on lifting procedures and certification of personnel allowed to operate lifting devices and equipment. Lifting refers to moving of a load either up or down. Lifting devices comprises of chainblocks, hoists, mobile cranes, overhead cranes, hydra-sets and slings.