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Examination Checklist Form
Avg No of Transfers / Year
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Main Lift-Eye Plug (Critical Part)
Remove and visually inspect the main lift-eye plug for any signs of damage or strain. Replace according to the usage
of the FROG-3 (see Table 3 in Section 6.3) or on the recommendation of a Competent Person / Inspector. (Note:
Although RML do not deem as required, some Operators may wish to adopt a dye penetrant crack inspection prior
to any re-installation of a critical part.)
Main Lift-Eye Plug M16 Bolts (Critical Part)
Remove and visually inspect the two M16 main lift-eye plug securing bolts for any signs of damage or strain.
Visually inspect the two M16 holes in the central column tube for signs of damage or strain. Replace appropriate
parts according to the usage of the FROG-3 (see Table 3 in Section 6.3) or on the recommendation of a Competent
Person / Inspector. Bolt torque to 134 Nm.
M48 Keel Boss and M10 Cross Bolt (or roll pin on older models) (Critical Part)
Remove the M48 keel boss nut and visually check that the threads at the bottom of the central column tube are in
good condition. Before replacing the keel nuts ensure the threads on both the central column and keel nut are
thoroughly cleaned so they are free of grime and grit. Both threads should then be coated with either Rocol Anti-
Seize Stainless or Swagelok Blue Goop thread lubricant.
Do not go underneath an active lift. Replace appropriate parts according to the usage of the FROG-3 (see Table 3 in
Section 6.3) or on the recommendation of a Competent Person / Inspector.
Lifting Sling Set (Critical Part)
Replace the sling set according to the usage of the FROG (see Table 3 in Section 6.3). This may be as frequently as
every 3 months. Irrespective of apparent condition the lifting sling set should be replaced at least every 12 months.
Check the main lifting shackle alignment plate and the back-up eye shackle insert are in good condition (see Section
5.4.2). Replace as necessary.
Note serial number and test
date stamp (specify decision to
retain or replace).
Sling Anti-Fouling - Check the lifting assembly anti-fouling bracket and shackle spacer (or the anti-fouling tie wraps
if an earlier model) are in good condition (see Section 5.4.2). Replace as necessary.
Backup-Eye – Inspect the back-up eye in situ, nut, split pin and tamper proof seal. Replace on the recommendation
of a Competent Person / Inspector. Torque to 125nm