If the clevis hook is damaged, it must not be used again. Continuing to use damaged clevis hooks can pose serious safety hazards, potentially leading to accidental detachment, breakage, or other accidents, endangering personal safety and property.
Why can't the damaged clevis hook continue to be used?
Damage to structural integrity:
Once the clevis hook is damaged, its structural integrity may be compromised and it may not be able to withstand the original design load. Continuing to use it may cause the hook to break or deform.
Reduced load capacity:
The load capacity of the damaged clevis hook decreases, making it unable to safely carry the original weight and prone to breakage or detachment during use.
Increased safety hazards:
The use of damaged clevis hooks increases the risk of accidents, which may cause heavy objects to fall, resulting in personal injury or equipment damage.
Common signs of damage
Before each use, the clevis hook should be carefully inspected. The following are some common signs of damage:
Cracks or fractures: Any cracks or fractures appear on the hook or fixing pin.
Bending or deformation: Any bending or deformation of the hook, U-shaped part, or fixing pin.
Excessive wear: There are obvious signs of wear on the surface of the hook or the fixing pin.
Rust or corrosion: The surface of the hook has severe rust or corrosion, which affects its structural strength.
Loose components: Loose fixing pins or bolts that cannot securely secure the hook.