Pogo 30 - Rig Inspection Frequency and Procedures

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Visual inspection for cracks, corrosion, fading.
 Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) of Rod.
Dye penetrate testing (liquid penetration testing) by authorized professional.
X-ray, ultrasound testing.
 Visually inspect and Safe Working Load pull test all fiber rigging.
 Make repairs as needed (re-head rod, replace any fittings or rigging screws).
 Reassemble mast system.
 Update service log/update schedule for next service.
 Re-step/re-tune mast.
For the 1
st
and 2
nd
categories you should do:
 A level A inspection several times a year.
 A level B inspection once per year, with a maximum of four years between inspection
intervals.
 A level C inspection once every four years, with a maximum of ten years between
inspection intervals.
For the 3
rd
and 4
th
categories you should do:
 A level A inspection several times per year.
 A level B inspection at least once per year, with a maximum of two years between
inspection intervals.
 A level C inspection once every two years with a maximum of four years between
inspection intervals.