Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.15361 - Ropes
Rule 5361.
(1)
A rope shall be inspected before each day's use for the following conditions:
(a) Externally for abrasions, cut or broken
fibers, decay, burns, lack of strength, softness, variation in size or
roundness of the strands.
(b)
Internally, by separating the strands at 3 foot (.914 M) intervals, for broken
fibers, presence of grit, mildew or mold, color change of the fibers, or
powdering, and short loose fibers.
(c) Wear or damage of a work rope where the
tautline hitch is used. That section showing wear or damage shall be cut
off.
(2) A rope showing
any of the defects listed in subrule (1), which would constitute a hazard,
shall be replaced.
(3) A rope shall
be stored in a dry location in coils or on a reel.
(4) A wet rope shall be dried by placing it
in the sunshine or a warm room by hanging loosely over a rounded peg or
hook.
(5) A rope shall not be:
(a) Kinked or run over sharp
corners.
(b) Used when frozen or
left in freezing temperatures when wet.
(6) A climbing rope shall not be
spliced.
(7) A climbing rope shall
not be left aloft overnight.
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