PART XIV CRANES, HOISTS AND OTHER LIFTING EQUIPMENT — Certification
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Before a crane or hoist is placed in service, a professional engineer shall inspect, proof test and certify in writing the rated capacity of a crane or hoist in accordance with criteria established by the manufacturer or applicable design or safety standard where
298(a)
the equipment is new;
298(b)
the origin or rated capacity of the equipment cannot be determined;
298(c)
the continued safe use of the equipment cannot be assured due to its age or history;
298(d)
repairs or modifications have been made to load carrying components;
298(e)
modifications have been made which affect the rated capacity; or
298(f)
the crane or hoist has been in contact with an electric arc or current.
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