White Safety Book
Section 4
Measurement of Sling Angle


How To Measure Sling Angle

The increased angle of the sling leg reduces its capacity. See chart for loss factor. Determine the angle between the sling leg and the vertical plane. Then multiply the sling rating by the appopriate loss factor from the chart. This will determine sling's reduced rating.

Example:

Assume sling capacity=2,000 lbs.

If angle=40 m then loss factor=.7760
Multiply: 2,000 lbs. x .7660 = 1,532 lbs. (rated capacity of sling at 40 m)

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