Wstda Standard Web Slings

Recommended Standard Specification
For
Synthetic Web Slings
WSTDA-WS-1
©2004 Web Sling & Tie Down Association
$25.00
This Recommended Standard Specification has been formulated as a guide to users, industry and
government to ensure the proper use, maintenance and inspection of synthetic web slings. The
existence of this Recommended Standard Specification does not prevent members of the Web
Sling and Tie Down Association or other manufac turers from manufacturing or selling products
beyond the scope of this Recommended Standard Specification.
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FOREWORD
This Recommended Standard Specification applies to synthetic web slings. These slings are
used for general lifting* purposes. This standard recommends construction, identification and
marking of these slings. In addition, it gives rated capacity(s) (working load limit(s)) and
important practical advice on the use, maintenance and inspection of these slings.
* Lifting includes: raising, lowering or suspending
The exclusion from this Recommended Standard Specification of web slings of different
synthetic materials and capacities is not intended to preclude their use and shall not be
interpreted in this manner. Dis posable, or one time use, flat web slings for pre-slung unitized
loads are not a subject of this standard.
Web slings made from materials or construction other than those detailed in this Recommended
Standard Specification shall be used in accordance with the recommendations of the web sling
manufacturer or qualified person. The specificati ons contained in this Recommended Standard
Specification for Synthetic Web Slings were formulated under the auspices of the Web Sling &
Tie Down Association, Inc. This Recommended Standard Specification is intended to assist
users in specifying the proper synthetic web sling for their needs. To serve as a guide to the
industry in the construction and use of synthetic web slings, and to serve as a guide to
governmental and other regulatory bodies responsible for the proper use and inspection of
synthetic web slings.
Safety is the paramount consideration involved in the use of any web sling. This standard does
not purport to address all safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of
the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the
applicability of the regulatory limitations prior to use. The appropriate web sling shall be
selected for the specific lift. Users of web slings shall have knowledge on the proper method of
lifting item(s), and how they will react under normal and emergency situations. Also, users shall
be knowledgeable about industry, local, state, federal and provincial regulations applicable to the
item(s) being lifted.
MANDATORY AND ADVISORY RULES

Mandatory rules of this standard are characterized by the word “shall.”
If a rule is of the advisory nature, it is indicated by the word “should,”
or is stated as a recommendation.
WEB SLING & TIE DOWN ASSOCIATION, INC.

2105 Laurel Bush Road, Suite 200
Bel Air, MD 21015
First Published and Copyright 1978
Phone: (443) 640-1070 First Revision 1983
Fax: (443) 640-1031 Second Revision 1988
Email: [email protected] Third Revision 1994
Website: www.wstda.com Fourth Revision 2004
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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1.0 TERMINOLOGY & DEFINITIONS of WEB SLINGS
Section 1.1 Purpose.................................................................................... 1
Section 1.2 Description.............................................................................. 1
Section 1.3 Basic Sling Types ................................................................... 1
Section 1.4 Bridle Slings (Multi-legged) ................................................... 2
Section 1.5 Other Sling Types ................................................................... 2
Section 1.6 Definitions of Terms ............................................................... 2
CHAPTER 2.0 CONSTRUCTION of WEB SLINGS
Section 2.1 Purpose.................................................................................... 7
Section 2.2 Webbing.................................................................................. 7
Section 2.3 Thread ..................................................................................... 7
Section 2.4 Stitching .................................................................................. 7
Section 2.5 Fittings .................................................................................... 8
Section 2.6 Loop Eyes ............................................................................... 8
Section 2.7 Coatings .................................................................................. 9
Section 2.8 Design Factor.......................................................................... 9
Section 2.9 Sling Identification/Marking Requirements ........................... 9
Section 2.10 Rated Capacities.................................................................... 9
CHAPTER 3.0 STANDARD PROCEDURES for TESTING WEB SLINGS
Section 3.1 Purpose.................................................................................... 23
Section 3.2 Types of Tests ......................................................................... 23
Section 3.3 Test Characteristics................................................................. 24
Section 3.4 Test Procedures....................................................................... 25
Section 3.5 Certification ............................................................................ 26
CHAPTER 4.0 IDENTIFICATION/MARKING REQUIREMENTS
Section 4.1 Purpose.................................................................................... 26
Section 4.2 Identification of Fiber Types .................................................. 26
Section 4.3 Identification of Synthetic Sling Webbing Manufacturer....... 27
Section 4.4 Identification of Web Sling Manufacturer.............................. 27
Section 4.5 Identification of Synthetic Webbing Class ............................. 27
CHAPTER 5.0 RECOMMENDED OPERATING PRACTICES for WEB SLINGS
Section 5.1 Purpose.................................................................................... 27
Section 5.2 Mechanical Considerations..................................................... 27
Section 5.3 Environmental Considerations................................................ 29
Section 5.4 Inspection................................................................................ 30
Section 5.5 Removal From Service ........................................................... 31
Section 5.6 Inspection Records.................................................................. 31
Section 5.7 Repair of Web Slings .............................................................. 31
TABLES
Loop Eye Table.......................................................................................... 8
Class 5 - 1 Ply Slings (Tables 1A & 1B) U.S.S. Inch-Pound units .... 10
Class 5 - 1 Ply Slings (Tables 2A & 2B) SI-Units ................................. 11
Class 7 - 1 Ply Slings (Tables 5A & 5B U.S.S. Inch-Pound units ..... 14
Class 7 - 2 Ply Slings (Tables 7A & 7B U.S.S. Inch-Pound units ..... 16
Class 7 - 4 Ply Slings (Tables 10A & 10B) SI-Units ............................. 19
Sling Angle Table ...................................................................................... 21
Rated Capacity of Choker Hitch ................................................................ 22
Test Pin Table ............................................................................................ 25
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CHAPTER 1.0 TERMINOLOGY AND DE FINITIONS OF WEB SLINGS
Section 1.1 PURPOSE
1.1.1 This chapter provides a description of synthetic web sling types and definitions,
which apply to such slings.
Section 1.2 DESCRIPTION

1.2.1 A synthetic web sling is fabricated by sewing woven synthetic webbing of nylon or
polyester type yarns, for the purpose of hoisting, lifting, and general material
handling in basic sling types as illustrated in 1.3 “basic sling types”.
Section 1.3 BASIC SLING TYPES

1.3.1 TYPE I - Web sling made with a triangle fitting on one end and a slotted triangle
choker fitting on the other end. It can be used in a vertical, basket or choker hitch.
(See figure 1)
Figure 1
1.3.2 TYPE II - Web sling made with a triangle fitting on both ends. It can be used in a
vertical or basket hitch only. (See figure 2)
Figure 2
1.3.3 TYPE III - Web sling made with a flat loop eye on each end with loop eye opening
on same plane as sling body. This type of sling is sometimes called a flat eye and
eye, eye and eye, or double eye sling. (See figure 3)
Figure 3
1.3.4 TYPE IV - Web Sling made with both loop eyes formed as in Type III, except that
the loop eyes are turned to form a loop eye, which is at a right angle to the plane of
the sling body. This type of sling is commonly referred to as a twisted eye sling.
(See figure 4)
Figure 4
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1.3.5 TYPE V - Endless web sling, sometimes referred to as a grommet. It is a
continuous loop formed by joining the ends of the webbing together with a load-
bearing splice. (See figure 5)
Figure 5
1.3.6 TYPE VI - Return eye (reversed eye) web sling is formed by using multiple widths
of webbing held edge to edge. A wear pad is attached on one or both sides of the
web sling body, and on one or both sides of the loop eyes to form a loop eye at
each end, which is at a right angle to the plane of the web sling body (See figure 6)
Figure 6
Section 1.4 BRIDLE SLINGS (MULTI-LEGGED)
1.4.1 A web sling with multiple legs. (See figure 7)
Figure 7
Section 1.5 OTHER SLING TYPES
1.5.1 Other sling types are available and shall be used in accordance with web sling
manufacturer or qualified person’s recommendation.
Section 1.6 DEFINITIONS OF TERMS
Abrasion - The mechanical wearing of a surface resulting from frictional contact with other
materials.
Body - That part of a web sling which is between the end fittings or loop eyes. (See figure 8)
Figure 8
Breaking Strength - That load in pounds or kilograms at which point any load bearing part of
the sling fails.
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Coating - A finish applied to the webbing for a special purpose.
Design Factor - The ratio of the breaking strength to the “rated capacity” for each new web
sling.
Designated Person - Selected or assigned by the employer or employers’ representative as being

competent to perform specific duties.
Elongation - The measurement of stretch, at a given load, expressed as a percentage of the

original unloaded length.
Fabrication Efficiency - The ratio of a web sling assembly strength to webbing strength prior to
fabrication, expressed as a percentage.
Fitting - A load-bearing device, which is attached to the web sling.
Hitch/Vertical - A method of rigging a sling in which the load is attached to the loop eye or end
fitting at one end of the sling and the loop eye or end fitting at the other end is
attached to the lifting device. (See figure 9)
Hitch/Choker - A method of rigging a sling in which the sling is passed around the load, then
through one loop eye, end fitting, or device with the other loop eye or end fitting
attached to the lifting device. This hitch can be done with a sliding choker hook or
similar device. (See figure 9)
Hitch/Vertical Basket- A method of rigging a sling in which the sling is passed around the load
and both loop eyes or end fittings are attached to the lifting device. (See figure 9)
Hitch/Angled Basket-Same as Basket Vertical hitch excep t that the attachment point of the
lifting device ( over the load ) forces an angled hitch. ( See figure 9 )
Hitch/vertical Hitch/Choker Hitch/Vertical Basket Hitch/Angled Basket
Figure 9
Figure 10
Length (reach) - The distance between the extreme and bearing points of the web sling,
including fittings if applicable. (See figure 10)
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Figure 11
Loop Eye - A length of webbing which has been folded back upon itself, forming an opening,
and joined to the web sling body to form a bearing surface. (See figure 11)
Breaking Strength - Minimum load at which a new web sling or component will break when
loaded to destruction in direct tension.
Plies - The number of thicknesses of load bearing webbing used in the web sling assembly. (See
Figure 12
figure 12)
Proof Load Test - A non-destructive load test of the web sling to some multiple of the rated
capacity of that web sling, including fittings if applicable. (Usually two (2) times
the rated capacity).
Qualified Person - A person who by possession of a recognized degree or certificate of

professional standing or who by extensive knowledge, training, and experience has
successfully demonstrated the ability to solve or resolve problems related to the
subject matter and work.
Rated Capacity (Working Load Limit) - The maximum allowable load for each web sling
assembly for the type of hitch used.
Selvedge - The woven or knitted with lockstitch edge of webbing formed to prevent raveling.
Shock Loading - An unintended condition of rapid lift, sudden shifting of load, or arrest of a
falling load that causes the forces in a sling to notably exceed that which would
have occurred under normal loading conditions. This increase in force due to a
high rate of loading may be caused by inertia effects, changes in the properties of
sling members, or both.
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Splice - That part of a web sling which is lapped and secured to become an integral part of the
web sling. Types of splices are as follows:
a. Load Bearing Splice - Any splice that carries a portion of the total load applied. (See figure 13)
Figure 13
b. Assembly Splice - Any splice that joins two or more parts of the sling without bearing any of
the applied load. (See figure 14)
(Two or more widths of web joined side by (Two or more widths of web joined
side with a narrower width of web) side by side with a full width of web)
Figure 14
Stitch Pattern Failure (Lap pulled apart) - Separation of the load-bearing splice due to thread
failure.
Synthetic Fiber - Man-made fibers.
Synthetic Web Sling - A lifting assembly made of synthetic webbing which is to be used to
connect the load to the lifting device.
Tapered Eye - A loop eye which is formed by folding the webbing to a narrower width at its
bearing point to accommodate the lifting device, a tapered eye may be either flat
(Type III) or twisted (Typ e IV). (See figure 15)
Figure 15
Thickness - The depth of the sling, as opposed to the width or length.
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Thread - The synthetic yarn, which is used to sew the web sling together.
Triangle Fitting - An end attachment which is used for connecting the web sling to the lifting
device. (See figure 16)
Triangle Fitting
Figure 16
Triangle Choker Fitting - Similar to the “triangle fitting” except that it also has a slot through
which the “triangle fitting” can be passed through in order to permit a “choker
hitch” on the load. (See figure 17)
Figure 17
Wear Pad - Leather, webbing or other fixed or sliding material used to protect the web sling
from being damaged.
a. Fixed Wear Pad (See figure 18)
Figure 18
b. Sliding Wear Pad (See figure 19)
Figure 19
Webbing - A fabric woven of high tenacity synthetic yarns offering suitable characteristics for
use in the manufacture of web slings.
Webbing Strength Rating - The minimum strength of webbing, expressed in pounds per inch
(or kilograms per millimeters) of webbing width.
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Width - The distance across the web sling body from outer selvedge to outer selvedge.
(See figure 20)
Figure 20
Working Load Limit - See rated capacity.
Yarn - The synthetic fibers used to make the webbing and thread.
CHAPTER 2.0 CONSTRUCTION OF WEB SLINGS
Section 2.1 PURPOSE

2.1.1 This chapter provides an outline of materials and construction characteristics of
synthetic web slings.
Section 2.2 WEBBING

2.2.1 The webbing shall be certifiable to tensile strength, have uniform thickness and
width, and have selvedges.
2.2.2 Webbing shall be woven from a synthetic yarn that is heat and light resistant.
2.2.3 All webbing ends shall be sealed by heator other suitable means to prevent raveling.
2.2.4 The webbing can be manufactured on either a shuttle loom or shuttle-less loom.
When shuttle-less loom construction is utilized the filling yarn shall traverse the
full width of the webbing and shall be held at the knitted edge by a catch cord
interlacing with filling yarn.
2.2.5 Class 5 webbing, either loom state or treated, shall have a minimum breaking
strength of 6800 pounds per inch of width/ 121.43 kilograms per millimeter of width.
Class 7 webbing, either loom state or treated, shall have aminimum breaking strength of
9800 pounds per inch of width / 175 kilograms per millimeter of width.
Section 2.3 THREAD

2.3.1 The thread used in the manufacture of synthetic web slings shall be of the same
type synthetic yarn as the sling webbing.
2.3.2 For in-depth information about thread please refer to WSTDA-TH-1
Section 2.4 STITCHING

2.4.1 The stitch pattern and length of stitching shall be in accordance with the
manufacturers’ standard practice.
2.4.2 The stitching in all load-bearing splices of new web slings shall be of sufficient
strength to achieve a minimum design factor of five (5).
2.4.3 All stitches shall be lock-stitched and preferably continuous. When not continuous,
they shall be backstitched at the ends to prevent raveling.
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Section 2.5 FITTINGS
WARNING: THE USE OF IMPROPER FITTINGS AND/OR MATERIALS MAY

RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
2.5.1 This section relates to fittings of metal or other suitable materials which may be
attached to the web sling for the purpose of engaging a lifting device. The fittings
may be a permanent or detachable part of the web sling.
2.5.1.1 Material - The material selected shall be compatible with the mechanical
and environmental requirements imposed on the fitting.
2.5.1.2 Finish - All surfaces shall be cleanly finished and edges shall have
sufficient radii to prevent cutting of webbing.
2.5.1.3 Design Criteria - Fittings shall have a minimum design factor of five (5)
and have sufficient strength to sustain twice the rated capacity load
without permanent deformation.
2.5.1.4 Reuse of Fittings - Fittings shall be inspected prior to reuse. Fittings shall
not be reused if excessive wear, pitting, corrosion, cracks, distortion
and/or breaks are visible. (See 2.5.1.5)
2.5.1.5 Proof Test - Web sling assemblies incorporati ng reused or welded fittings
shall be proof tested to a minimum of two (2) times the rated capacity.
Section 2.6 LOOP EYES

2.6.1 Recommended minimum loop eye length and suggested loop eye width for types
III, IV and VI web slings are listed in the following tables. See Section 1.3, Basic Sling
Types.
Loop Eye Table - 1 & 2 Ply Slings

Sling Web Width Recommended Min. Suggested
Loop Eye Length Loop Eye Width
1″ (25 mm) 6″ (152 mm) 1″ (25 mm)
1½″ (38 mm) 6″ (152 mm) 1½″ (38 mm)
1¾″ (44 mm) 6″ (152 mm) 1¾″ (44 mm)
2″ (51 mm) 8″ (204 mm) 2″ (51 mm)
3″ (76 mm) 10″ (204 mm) 1½″ (38 mm)
4″ (102 mm) 12″ (254 mm) 1½″ (38 mm)
5″ (127 mm) 12″ (304 mm) 1¾″ (44 mm)
6″ (152 mm) 14″ (355 mm) 2″ (51 mm)
8″ (204 mm) 18″ (457 mm) 3″ (76 mm)
10″ (254 mm) 22″ (560 mm) 4″ (102 mm)
12″ (304 mm) 26″ (660 mm) 5″ (127 mm)
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Section 2.7 COATINGS
2.7.1 Web slings may be coated with suit able materials that will impart desirable
characteristics, such as:
a. Abrasion resistance
b. Sealing to prevent penetration of foreign particles and matter
c. Increased coefficient of friction
d. Ultra-violet light resistance
Section 2.8 DESIGN FACTOR

2.8.1 The design factor for new synthetic web slings with or without fittings shall be a
minimum of five (5) when tested in accordance with Section 3.
Section 2.9 IDENTIFICATION/MARKING REQUIREMENTS

2.9.1 The manufacturer shall attach web sling identification tag (s) to the sling. The
identification tag shall show the following information:
a. Name or trademark of manufacturer

b. Manufacturer’s code or stock number
c. Rated capacities for types of hitches, and the angle upon which it is based
d. Type of synthetic web yarn
Section 2.10 RATED CAPACITIES

2.10.1 Single ply web slings fall into the classification shown in Tables 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B,
5A, 5B, 6A and 6B. Two (2) ply web slings fall into the classification shown in
Tables 3A, 3B, 4A, 4B, 7A, 7B, 8A and 8B. Four (4) ply web slings fall into the
classification shown in Tables 9A, 9B, 10A and 10B. A web sling shall not be used
at a load greater than that shown in the appropriate table or on its sling
identification. Web slings not included in th ese tables shall be used in accordance
with the manufacturer’s recommendations.
2.10.2 Each manufacturer shall retain test data to verify the minimum breaking strengths.
Destructive tests shall be conducted according to the test procedure outlined in
Section 3.
2.10.3 Rated Capacity Determination - The formula for determining the rated capacity
of a new web sling is as follows:
RC=CTS x FE
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Where: RC = Rated Capacity
CTS = Certified Tensile Strength of Webbing
FE = Fabrication Efficiency
5 = Design Factor of 5
2.10.4 The choker hitch capacity shall be rated at a maximum of 80% of the vertical
capacity.
2.10.5 The vertical basket hitch capacity shall be rated at a maximum of two (2) times the
vertical capacity.
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RATED CAPACITY TABLES
RATED CAPACITY FOR S YNTHETIC WEB SLINGS
TABLE 1A
U.S.S. Inch-Pound units - Class 5 - 1 Ply Slings
Types I, II, III, IV
SINGLE LEG 2 LEG OR SINGLE BASKET
HITCH TYPES HORIZONTAL ANGLES
Vertical Choker Vertical Vertical 60° 45° 30°
Sling Basket
Width,
Inches
1 in. 1,100 lb. 880 lb. 2,200 lb. 2,200 lb. 1,905 lb. 1,555 lb. 1,100 lb.
1 ½ in. 1,600 lb. 1,280 lb. 3,200 lb. 3,200 lb. 2,771 lb. 2,262 lb. 1,600 lb.
1 ¾ in. 1,900 lb. 1,520 lb. 3,800 lb. 3,800 lb. 3,291 lb. 2,687 lb. 1,900 lb.
2 in. 2,200 lb. 1,760 lb. 4,400 lb. 4,400 lb. 3,810 lb. 3,111 lb. 2,200 lb.
TABLE 1B
Type V
Endless Choker Vertical 60° 45° 30°
Sling Vertical Basket
Width,
Inches
1 in. 2,200 lb. 1,760 lb. 4,400 lb. 3,810 lb. 3,111 lb. 2,200 lb.
1 ½ in. 3,200 lb. 2,560 lb. 6,400 lb. 5,542 lb. 4,525 lb. 3,200 lb.
1 ¾ in. 3,800 lb. 3,040 lb. 7,600 lb. 6,582 lb. 5,373 lb. 3,800 lb.
2 in. 4,400 lb. 3,520 lb. 8,800 lb. 7,621 lb. 6,222 lb. 4,400 lb.
3 in. 6,600 lb. 5,280 lb. 13,200 lb. 11,431 lb. 9,332 lb. 6,600 lb.
4 in. 8,800 lb. 7,040 lb. 17,600 lb. 15,242 lb. 12,443 lb. 8,800 lb.
5 in. 11,000 lb. 8,800 lb. 22,000 lb. 19,052 lb. 15,554 lb. 11,000 lb.
6 in. 13,200 lb. 10,560 lb. 26,400 lb. 22,862 lb. 18,665 lb. 13,200 lb.
Notes:
1) The rated capacities are based on stuffer weave construction webbing with a minimum
certified tensile strength of 6800 pounds per inch of webbing width.
2) Rated capacities for Type III and IV slings apply to both tapered and non-tapered eye
constructions. Rated capacities for Type V slings are based on non-tapered webbing.
3) For Type VI slings, consult th e manufacturer for rated capacities.
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TABLE 2A
SI-Units - Class 5 - 1 Ply Slings
Sling Basket
Width,
Mms
25 mm 500 kg. 400 kg. 1,000 kg. 1,000 kg. 866 kg. 707 kg. 500 kg.
38 mm 725 kg. 580 kg. 1,450 kg. 1,450 kg. 1,256 kg. 1,025 kg. 725 kg.
51 mm 1,000 kg. 800 kg. 2,000 kg. 2,000 kg. 1,732 kg. 1,414 kg. 1,000 kg.
76 mm 1,500 kg. 1,200 kg. 3,000 kg. 3,000 kg. 2,598 kg. 2,121 kg. 1,500 kg.
TABLE 2B
Type V
HITCH TYPES ORIZONTAL ANGLES
Width,
Mms
25 mm 1,000 kg. 800 kg. 2,000 kg. 1,732 kg. 1,414 kg. 1,000 kg.
38 mm 1,450 kg. 1,160 kg. 2,900 kg. 2,511 kg. 2,050 kg. 1,450 kg.
44 mm 1,700 kg. 1,360 kg. 3,400 kg. 2,944 kg. 2,404 kg. 1,700 kg.
51 mm 2,000 kg. 1,600 kg. 4,000 kg. 3,464 kg. 2,828 kg. 2,000 kg.
76 mm 3,000 kg. 2,400 kg. 6,000 kg. 5,196 kg. 4,242 kg. 3,000 kg.
102 mm 4,000 kg. 3,200 kg. 8,000 kg. 6,928 kg. 5,656 kg. 4,000 kg.
127 mm 5,000 kg. 4,000 kg. 10,000 kg. 8,660 kg. 7,070 kg. 5,000 kg.
152 mm 6,000 kg. 4,800 kg. 12,000 kg. 10,392 kg. 8,484 kg. 6,000 kg.
Notes:
certified tensile strength of 121.43 kilograms per millimeter of webbing width.
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TABLE 3A
U.S.S. Inch-Pound Units - Class 5 - 2 Ply Slings
Sling Basket
Width,
Inches
TABLE 3B
U.S.S. Inch-Pound Units - Class 5 - 2 Ply Slings
Type V
Width,
Inches
1 in. 4,400 lb. 3,520 lb. 8,800 lb. 7,621 lb. 6,222 lb. 4,400 lb.
1 ½ in. 6,600 lb. 5,280 lb. 13,200 lb. 11,431 lb. 9,332 lb. 6,600 lb.
1 ¾ in. 7,600 lb. 6,080 lb. 15,200 lb. 13,163 lb. 10,746 lb. 7,600 lb.
2 in. 8,800 lb. 7,040 lb. 17,600 lb. 15,242 lb. 12,443 lb. 8,800 lb.
3 in. 13,200 lb. 10,560 lb. 26,400 lb. 22,862 lb. 18,665 lb. 13,200 lb.
4 in. 16,400 lb. 13,120 lb. 32,800 lb. 28,405 lb. 23,190 lb. 16,400 lb.
5 in. 20,400 lb. 16,320 lb. 40,800 lb. 35,333 lb. 28,846 lb. 20,400 lb.
6 in. 24,600 lb. 19,680 lb. 49,200 lb. 42,607 lb. 34,784 lb. 24,600 lb.
Notes:
3) For Type VI slings, consult the manufacturer for rated capacities.
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TABLE 4A
Sling Basket
Width,
Mms
25 mm 1,000 kg. 800 kg. 2,000 kg. 2,000 kg. 1,732 kg. 1,414 kg. 1,000 lb.
127mm 4,650 kg. 3,720 kg. 9,300 kg. 9,300 kg. 8,054 kg. 6,575 kg. 4,650 kg.
TABLE 4B
Type V
Width,
Mms
25 mm 2,000 kg. 1,600 kg. 4,000 kg. 3,464 kg. 2,828 kg. 2,000 kg.
38 mm 3,000 kg. 2,400 kg. 6,000 kg. 5,196 kg. 4,242 kg. 3,000 kg.
44 mm 3,450 kg. 2,760 kg. 6,900 kg. 5,975 kg. 4,878 kg. 3,450 kg.
51 mm 4,000 kg. 3,200 kg. 8,000 kg. 6,928 kg. 5,656 kg. 4,000 kg.
76 mm 6,000 kg. 4,800 kg. 12,000 kg. 10,392 kg. 8,484 kg. 6,000 kg.
102 mm 7,450 kg. 5,960 kg. 14,900 kg. 12,903 kg. 10,534 kg. 7,450 kg.
127mm 9,250 kg. 7,400 kg. 18,500 kg. 16,021 kg. 13,080 kg. 9,250 kg.
152 mm 11,150 kg. 8,920 kg. 22,300 kg. 19,312 kg. 15,766 kg. 11,150 kg.
Notes:
certified tensile strength of 121.43 kilograms per millimeter of webbing width.
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TABLE 5A
Sling Basket
Width,
Inches
8 in. 11,800 lb. 9,440 lb. 23,600 lb. 23, 600 lb. 20,438 lb. 16,685 lb. 11,800 lb.
TABLE 5B
Type V
Width,
Inches
1 in. 3,200 lb. 2,560 lb. 6,400 lb. 5,542 lb. 4,525 lb. 3,200 lb.
1 ½ in. 4,600 lb. 3,680 lb. 9,200 lb. 7,967 lb. 6,504 lb. 4,600 lb.
1 ¾ in. 5,400 lb. 4,320 lb. 10,800 lb. 9,353 lb. 7,636 lb. 5,400 lb.
2 in. 6,200 lb. 4,960 lb. 12,400 lb. 10,738 lb. 8,767 lb. 6,200 lb.
3 in. 9,400 lb. 7,520 lb. 18,800 lb. 16,281 lb. 13,292 lb. 9,400 lb.
4 in. 12,400 lb. 9,920 lb. 24,800 lb. 21,477 lb. 17,534 lb. 12,400 lb.
5 in. 15,600 lb. 12,480 lb. 31,200 lb. 27,019 lb. 22,058 lb. 15,600 lb.
6 in. 18,600 lb. 14,880 lb. 37,200 lb. 32,215 lb. 26,300 lb. 18,600 lb.
8 in. 21,200 lb. 16,960 lb. 42,400 lb. 36,718 lb. 29,977 lb. 21,200 lb.
10 in. 26,500 lb. 21,200 lb. 53,000 lb. 45,898 lb. 37,471 lb. 26,500 lb.
12 in. 31,800 lb. 25,440 lb. 63,600 lb. 55,078 lb. 44,965 lb. 31,800 lb.
Notes:
cetrified tensile strength of 9800 pounds per inch of webbing width.
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TABLE 6A
Sling Basket
Width,
Mms
TABLE 6B
Type V
Width,
Mms
25 mm 1,450 kg. 1,160 kg. 2,900 kg. 2,511 kg. 2,050 kg. 1,450 kg.
38 mm 2,075 kg. 1,660 kg. 4,150 kg. 3,594 kg. 2,934 kg. 2,075 kg.
44 mm 2,450 kg. 1,960 kg. 4,900 kg. 4,243 kg. 3,464 kg. 2,450 kg.
51 mm 2,800 kg. 2,240 kg. 5,600 kg. 4,850 kg. 3,959 kg. 2,800 kg.
76 mm 4,225 kg. 3,380 kg. 8,450 kg. 7,318 kg. 5,974 kg. 4,225 kg.
102 mm 5,600 kg. 4,480 kg. 11,200 kg. 9,699 kg. 7,918 kg. 5,600 kg.
127 mm 7,050 kg. 5,640 kg. 14,100 kg. 12,211 kg. 9,969 kg. 7,050 kg.
152 mm 8,450 kg. 6,760 kg. 16,900 kg. 14,635 kg. 11,948 kg. 8,450 kg.
203 mm 9,600 kg. 7,680 kg. 19,200 kg. 16,627 kg. 13,574 kg. 9,600 kg.
254 mm 12,000 kg. 9,600 kg. 24,000 kg. 20,784 kg. 16,968 kg. 12,000 kg.
305 mm 14,400 kg. 11,520 kg. 28,800 kg. 24,941 kg. 20,362 kg. 14,400 kg.
Notes:
certified tensile strength of 175 kilograms per millimeter of webbing width.
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TABLE 7A
Sling Basket
Width,
Inches
TABLE 7B
Type V
HITCH TYPES ORIZONTAL ANGLES
Width,
Inches
1 in. 6,200 lb. 4,960 lb. 12,400 lb. 10,738 lb. 8,767 lb. 6,200 lb.
1 ½ in. 9,400 lb. 7,520 lb. 18,800 lb. 16,281 lb. 13,292 lb. 9,400 lb.
1 ¾ in. 10,800 lb. 8,640 lb. 21,600 lb. 18,706 lb. 15,271 lb. 10,800 lb.
2 in. 12,400 lb. 9,920 lb. 24,800 lb. 21,477 lb. 17,534 lb. 12,400 lb.
3 in. 17,600 lb. 14,080 lb. 35,200 lb. 30,483 lb. 24,886 lb. 17,600 lb.
4 in. 22,000 lb. 17,600 lb. 44,000 lb. 38,104 lb. 31,108 lb. 22,000 lb.
5 in. 27,400 lb. 21,920 lb. 54,800 lb. 47,457 lb. 38,744 lb. 27,400 lb.
6 in. 33,000 lb. 26,400 lb. 66,000 lb. 57,156 lb. 46,662 lb. 33,000 lb.
8 in. 42,300 lb. 33,840 lb. 84,600 lb. 73,264 lb. 59,812 lb. 42,300 lb.
10 in. 52,900 lb. 42,320 lb. 105,800 lb. 91,623 lb. 74,801 lb. 52,900 lb.
12 in. 63,500 lb. 50,800 lb. 127,000 lb. 109,982 lb. 89,789 lb. 63,500 lb.
Notes:
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TABLE 8A
Sling Basket
Width,
Mms
TABLE 8B
Type V
Width,
Mms
25 mm 2,800 kg. 2,240 kg. 5,600 kg. 4,850 kg. 3,959 kg. 2,800 kg.
38 mm 4,250 kg. 3,400 kg. 8,500 kg. 7,361 kg. 6,010 kg. 4,250 kg.
44 mm 4,900 kg. 3,920 kg. 9,800 kg. 8,487 kg. 6,929 kg. 4,900 kg.
51 mm 5,650 kg. 4,520 kg. 11,300 kg. 9,786 kg. 7,989 kg. 5,650 kg.
76 mm 8,000 kg. 6,400 kg. 16,000 kg. 13,856 kg. 11,312 kg. 8,000 kg.
102 mm 10,000 kg. 8,000 kg. 20,000 kg. 17,320 kg. 14,140 kg. 10,000 kg.
127 mm 12,450 kg. 9,960 kg. 24,900 kg. 21,563 kg. 17,604 kg. 12,450 kg.
152 mm 15,000 kg. 12,000 kg. 30,000 kg. 25,980 kg. 21,210 kg. 15,000 kg.
203 mm 19,250 kg. 15,400 kg. 38,500 kg. 33,341 kg. 27,220 kg. 19,250 kg.
254 mm 24,000 kg. 19,200 kg. 48,000 kg. 41,568 kg. 33,936 kg. 24,000 kg.
305 mm 28,850 kg. 23,080 kg. 57,700 kg. 49,968 kg. 40,794 kg. 28,850 kg.
Notes:
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TABLE 9A
Sling Basket
Width,
Inches
TABLE 9B
Type V
Width,
Inches
1 in. 11,000 lb. 8,800 lb. 22,000 lb. 19,052 lb. 15,554 lb. 11,000 lb.
2 in. 22,000 lb. 17,600 lb. 44,000 lb. 38,104 lb. 31,108 lb. 22,000 lb.
3 in. 32,900 lb. 26,320 lb. 65,800 lb. 56,983 lb. 46,521 lb. 32,900 lb.
4 in. 40,800 lb. 32,640 lb. 81,600 lb. 70,666 lb. 57,691 lb. 40,800 lb.
5 in. 51,000 lb. 40,800 lb. 102,000 lb. 88,332 lb. 72,114 lb. 51,000 lb.
6 in. 61,200 lb. 48,960 lb. 122,400 lb. 105,998 lb. 86,537 lb. 61,200 lb.
Notes:
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TABLE 10A
Sling Basket
Width,
Mms
TABLE 10B
Type V
Width,
Mms
25 mm 5,000 kg. 4,000 kg. 10,000 kg. 8,660 kg. 7,070 kg. 5,000 kg.
51 mm 10,000 kg. 8,000 kg. 20,000 kg. 17,320 kg. 14,140 kg. 10,000 kg.
76 mm 14,950 kg. 11,960 kg. 29,900 kg. 25,893 kg. 21,139 kg. 14,950 kg.
102 mm 18,525 kg. 14,820 kg. 37,050 kg. 32,085 kg. 26,194 kg. 18,525 kg.
127 mm 21,175 kg. 16,940 kg. 42,350 kg. 36,675 kg. 29,941 kg. 21,175 kg.
152 mm 27,800 kg. 22,240 kg. 55,600 kg. 48,150 kg. 39,309 kg. 27,800 kg.
Notes:
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See Section 1.3 for Basic Sling Types
Class 5 means slings made from webbing possessing a minimum certified tensile strength
of 6800 lbs. per inch of width / 121.43 kilograms per millimeter of width.
Class 7 means slings made from webbing possessing a minimum certified tensile strength
of 9800 lbs. per inch of width / 175 kilograms per millimeter of width.
NOTES:
1. For Type VI Slings - consult the manufacturer for rated capacities.
2. The choker capacity for 1 and 2 ply slings shall be rated at a maximum of 80% of
vertical capacity, with an angle of choke of 120 degrees at the point of choke.
3. Slings not included in these tables shall be used in accordance with the
manufacturer’s recommendations.
4. Rated capacities for type III and IV slings apply to both tapered and non-tapered eye
constructions. Rated capacities for type V slings are based on non-tapered webbing.
Bunching of both tapered and non-tapered eye/webbing will reduce the rated capacity
of the sling.
5. When attaching any hardware to a web sling, a wear pad should be used between the
surface of the hardware and the synthetic web sling.
6. All vertical capacities are rounded per the following logic listed below. All
subsequent capacities in tables are based on the rounded vertical capacities. No
further rounding occurs.
Pounds: 0-49 = 0 Kilograms: 0-24 = 0

50-99 = 50 25-74 = 25
75-99 = 75
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2.10.6 Rated capacities are affected by angle of lift (sling to load) measured from the
horizontal when used with multi-legged slings or choker/basket hitches. To
determine the actual sling capacity at a given angle of lift, multiply the original
sling rating by the appropriate loss factor determined from the table below.
Sling Angle Table (Angle of Lift)

Angle/Degrees Loss Angle/Degrees Loss
Horizontal Factor Horizontal Factor
90 1.000 55 0.819
85 0.996 50 0.766
80 0.985 45 0.707
75 0.966 40 0.643
70 0.940 35 0.574
65 0.906 30 0.500
60 0.866
Example: 1 inch, class 7, type 5 endless web sling without fittings, 3200 lbs. vertical rating used
in a basket hitch at a 60 degree angle. (See figure 21) (See figure 22 for examples of
other angles)
Figure 21
6400 lbs. x 0.866 = 5542 lbs. Rated Capacity

Sling Rating x Factor = Rated Capacity
Vertical Basket
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Figure 22
ANGLE of CHOKE
Figure 23
2.10.7 For web slings used in a choker hitch, rated capacities in Tables are for an angle of
choke of 120 degrees or greater for the angle formed in the web sling body as it
passes through the choking eye. (See table below and figure 23)
RATED CAPACITY of CHOKER HITCH TABLE
Sling Rated capacity factor

Angle of Choke as percentage of single leg
(degrees) choker hitch capacity
120-180 100 %
90-120 87 %
60-89 74 %
30-59 62 %
0-29 49 %
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2.10.8 Special Considerations for Large Hooks, Shackles, etc.
Figure 24
The ratio of the length of a loop eye, to the diameter of the object over which the
loop eye is to be placed, should be a minimum three-to-one relationship.
EXAMPLE SHOWN is if you have a hook or shackle two feet in diameter. By
using this ratio the angle of the two legs of the eye at its throat will not be so severe
as to cause a parting or tearing action at this point.
CHAPTER 3.0 STANDARD PROCEDURES for TESTING WEB SLINGS

Section-3.1 PURPOSE
3.1.1 This chapter provides standard procedures for the testing of synthetic web slings.
Section 3.2 TYPES OF TESTS

3.2.1 Destructive Test - Test of a web sling for the purpose of verifying the rated
capacity. The webbing shall be pulled in a vertical hitch until destroyed (broken).
3.2.2 Proof Load Test - A non-destructive load test of a web sling to some multiple of
the rated capacity of the web sling, including fittings if applicable, usually two(2)
times the rated capacity.
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Section 3.3 TEST CHARACTERISTICS
3.3.1 Sample - For purposes of verification of rated capacities, the test web sling should
be taken from a production lot.
3.3.2 Web Sling Body Length - The distance between stitch patterns should be a
minimum of twice the pattern length.
3.3.3 Loop Eye Length - The loop eyes should be of sufficient length so that the
included angle (0) formed by the loop eye on the pin is a maximum of 26 degrees.
(See figure 25)
Figure 25
3.3.4 Web slings incorporating fittings shall be tested with the fittings attached.
3.3.5 Sling Hitches
a. Hitch/Vertical - The web sling shall be rigged in the test machine so that tension is
applied in a straight-line pull. (See figure 26)
Figure 26
b. Hitch/Choker - The web sling should be rigged in the test machine so that the
minimum angle of choke is 120 degrees. (See figure 27)
Figure 27
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c. Hitch/Basket - The web sling should be rigged in the test machine so that the
maximum included angle (0) of the legs is 60 degrees. (See figure 28)
Caution: Pin size shall accommodate greater load required for basket hitch test.
Figure 28
3.3.6 Proof testing should be conducted using a pin diameter of 1 inch (25 mm) or
larger.
3.3.7 The web sling shall not be preloaded prior to testing unless this is part of the
manufacturer’s normal production process.
3.3.8 The test machine shall be certified annually to ASTM E4 or equivalent.
Section 3.4 TEST PROCEDURES OF WEB SLINGS FOR THE VERIFICATION OF

RATED CAPACITY
WARNING: THE USE OF IMPROPER TEST PROCEDURES AND/OR MATERIALS

MAY RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
3.4.1 Rated Capacity testing of web slings without fittings shall be tested on the
following maximum pin diameters. The pins shall be capable of sustaining the
maximum applied load without deformation or failure.
TEST PIN TABLE

Pin Jaw
Webbing Size Diameter Span
1” -2” 2.00” 2.25”
(25 -51 mm) (51 mm) (57 mm)
3” - 6” 3.75” 6.50”
(76 – 152 mm) (96 mm) (165 mm)
8” - 12” 4.50” 13.00”
(204 – 304 mm) (115 mm) (330 mm)
Figure 29
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CAUTION: The above pin sizes were used to develop the slings vertical rated capacities. Pin
sizes smaller than these may reduce the rated capacity of the sling. These pin sizes
may not be adequate for testing slings in a basket configuration.
3.4.2 Atmospheric Conditions - Synthetic web slings should be tested at ambient

temperatures unless otherwise specified. In the case of disputed or conflicting test
results, additional tests should be conducted. After the samples have been
conditioned for a minimum period of 24 hours in an environment of 70 degrees
Fahrenheit +/- 2 degrees and a relative humidity of 65% +/- 2% per Federal Test
Method Standard 191A.
3.4.3 Web slings with fittings shall be pulled on pins that allow the fittings to be
properly seated on the pins.
3.4.4 All web slings shall be pulled at a head speed of 4 to 10 inches per minute, or a
maximum of 3000 pounds per second / 101.6 millimeters to 254 millimeters per
minute or a maximum of 1,361 kilograms per second.
3.4.5 Webbing and fitting(s), if applicable, shall be new.
3.4.6 The test machine shall be certified annually to ASTM E4 or equivalent.
Section 3.5 CERTIFICATION
3.5.1 When certification is required, a certificate shall be issued describing the type,
date, and results of test by the company performing the test.
CHAPTER 4.0 IDENTIFICATION MARKERS
Section 4.1 PURPOSE
4.1.1 This chapter provides identification of types of fibers, manufacturers of synthetic

sling webbing, and manufacturers of web slings.
Section 4.2 IDENTIFICATION OF FIBER TYPES
4.2.1 Identification Marker - Marker shall be a color sealed or dyed yarn
4.2.2 Location of Marker - Marker shall be located in the center of the webbing on at
least one face.
4.2.3 Codes:
Fiber Color Code
Nylon No Marker
Polyester Blue Marker
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Section 4.3 IDENTIFICATION OF SYNTHETIC SLING WEBBING MANUFACTURERS
4.3.1 Identification Marker - The webbing manufacturer identification marker shall be

a color sealed or dyed yarn.
4.3.2 Location of Marker - All double and multiple layer weaves shall be identified for
manufacturer’s color code in accordance with the following options:
a. Color code markers located in the binder
b. Color code markers located between the surface plies
4.3.3 Codes - For a listing of manufacturers color-codes and in-depth webbing

specifications refer to WSTDA-WB1.
Section 4.4 IDENTIFICATION OF SY NTHETIC WEB SLING MANUFACTURERS
4.4.1 Identification Marker - The web sling manufacturer identification marker shall
be a durable mark which includes the name of the manufacturer.
4.4.2 Location of Marker - The web sling manufacturer identification marker shall be
located inside a splice.
Section 4.5 IDENTIFICATION OF SYNTHETIC WEBBING CLASS
4.5.1 Class 5 nylon or polyester webbing shall contain an external black I.D. marker
clearly visible and woven in at least one edge to indicate material as class 5 tensile
strength.
CHAPTER 5.0 OPERATING PRACTICES FOR WEB SLINGS

Section 5.1 PURPOSE
5.1.1 The purpose of this chapter is to provide guidelines for the qualified person
responsible for web sling selection, rigging, inspection and use.
Section 5.2 MECHANICAL CONSIDERATIONS
5.2.1 Determine weight of the load. The weight of the load shall be within the rated
capacity of the web sling.
5.2.2 Select a web sling having suitable characteristics for the type of load, hitch and
environment.
5.2.3 Web slings shall not be loaded in excess of the rated capacity shown on the
attached identification tag. Consideration shall be given to the sling to load angle
(See figure 22) which affects rated capacity.
5.2.4 Web slings with fittings, which are used in a choker hitch, shall be of sufficient
length to assure that the choking action is on the webbing, and should not be on the
fitting, the base of the eye or fitting, the load carrying splice and the sling tag.
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5.2.5 Web slings used in a basket hitch should have the load controlled to prevent slippage.
5.2.6 The opening in fittings shall be the proper shape and size to ensure that the fitting
will seat properly in the hook or other attachments.
5.2.7 Web slings shall always be protected from being cut or damaged by corners, edges,
protrusions or abrasive surfaces with protection sufficient for the intended purpose.
5.2.8 Web slings should not be dragged on the floor or over abrasive surfaces.
5.2.9 Web slings shall not be twisted, shortened, lengthened, tied in knots, or joined by
knotting. Web slings shall be shortened, lengthened, or adjusted only by methods
approved by the manufacturer.
5.2.10 Web slings should not be pulled from under loads when the load is resting on the
web sling. Loads resting on web slings could damage the sling.
5.2.11 Do not drop web slings equipped with metal fittings.
5.2.12 Web slings that appear to be damaged shall not be used unless inspected and
accepted as usable under Section 5.3, 5.4, and 5.5.
5.2.13 The web sling shall be hitched in a manner providing control of the load.
5.2.14 Personnel, including portions of the human body, shall be kept from between the
sling and the load, and from between the sling and the crane hook or hoist hook.
5.2.15 Personnel shall not stand under suspended loads. Personnel should stand clear of
suspended loads.
5.2.16 Personnel shall not ride the web sling or the load being lifted.
5.2.17 Shock loading should be avoided.
5.2.18 Twisting and kinking the legs shall be avoided.
5.2.19 Load applied to the hook shall be centered in the base of the hook to prevent point
loading on the hook.
5.2.20 During a lift, with or without the load, personnel shall be alert for possible snagging.
5.2.21 The web slings legs should contain or support the load from the sides above the
center of gravity when using a basket hitch.
5.2.22 Web slings shall be long enough so that the rated capacity (Working Load Limit)
is adequate when the sling to load angle is taken into consideration (See 2.10)
5.2.23 Only web slings with legible identification tags shall be used.
5.2.24 Tags and labels should be kept away form the load, hook and point of choke.
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5.2.25 Web slings shall not be constricted or bunched between the ears of a clevis or
shackle.
5.2.26 Place blocks under load prior to setting down the load to allow removal of the web
sling, if applicable.
5.2.27 Web slings shall not be used as bridles on suspended personnel platforms.
Section 5.3 ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
5.3.1 Web slings should be stored in a c ool, dry and dark place when not in use to
prevent loss of strength through exposure to ultra-violet light. We b slings shall not
be stored in chemically active environments.
5.3.2 Chemically active environments can affect the strength of synthetic web slings in
varying degrees ranging from little to total degradation. The web sling
manufacturer or qualified person should be consulted before slings are used in
chemically active environments.
5.3.2.1 Acids
5.3.2.1.1 Nylon is subject to degradation in acids, ranging from little to total
degradation.
5.3.2.1.2 Polyester is resistant to many acids, but is subject to degradation,

ranging from little to moderate in some acids.
5.3.2.1.3 Each application shall be evaluated, taking into consideration the

following:
a. Type of Acid
b. Exposure Conditions
c. Concentration
d. Temperature
5.3.2.2 Alkalis
5.3.2.2.1 Polyester is subject to degradation in alkalis, ranging from little to total
degradation.
5.3.2.2.2 Nylon is resistant to many alkalis, but is subject to degradation ranging

from little to moderate in some alkalis.
5.3.2.2.3 Each application shall be evaluated, taking into consideration the

following:
a. Type of Alkalis
b. Exposure Conditions
c. Concentration
d. Temperature
5.3.3 Nylon and polyester slings shall not be used in contact with objects or at temper-
atures in excess of 194°F (90°C) or below – 40°F (-40°C).
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5.3.4 Web slings incorporating aluminum fitti ngs shall not be used where fumes, vapors,
sprays, mists or liquids of alkalis and/or acids are present.
5.3.5 Environments in which synthetic web slings are continuously exposed to ultra-
violet light can affect the strength of synthetic web slings in varying degrees
ranging from slight to total degradation.
CAUTION: Degradation can take place without visible indications.
a. Factors, which affect the degree of strength loss, are:

1. Length of time of continuous exposure
2. Web sling construction and design
3. Other environmental factors such as weather conditions and geographic location
b. Suggested procedures to minimize the affects of sunlight or ultra-violet light.

1. Store web slings in a cool, dry and dark place when not being used for
prolonged periods of time.
c. Some visual indications of sunlight or ultra-violet degradation are:

1. Bleaching out of web sling color
2. Increased stiffness of web sling material
3. Surface abrasion in areas not normally in contact with the load
d. Proof Testing Warning: Slings used in environments where they are subject to
continuous exposure to sunlight or ultra-violet light shall be proof tested to twice
the rated capacity semi-annually, or more frequently depending on severity of
exposure.
Section 5.4 INSPECTION

5.4.1 Type of Inspection
a. Initial Inspection - Before any new or repaired web sling is placed in service, it
shall be inspected by a designated person to ensure that the correct web sling is
being used, as well as to determine that the web sling meets the requirements of
this specification.
b. Frequent Inspection: This inspection should be conducted by the person handling

the sling each time the sling is used.
c. Periodic Inspection - This inspection shall be conducted by designated personnel.

Frequency of inspection should be based on:
1. Frequency of web sling use
2. Severity of service conditions
3. Experience gained on the service life of web slings used in similar
applications
4. Inspections should be conducted at least annually
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Section 5.5 REMOVAL FROM SERVICE
5.5.1 Treated and untreated nylon and polyester webbing, used to fabricate synthetic
slings, per class 5 and class 7 rated capacity charts, may contain red yarn woven
into the core of the webbing to serve only as one of many aids in determining
whether and when a sling should be removed from service.
5.5.2 A web sling shall be removed from service if any of the following are visible:
a. If sling rated capacity or sling material identification is missing or not readable
b. Acid or alkalis burns
c. Melting, charring or weld spatters on any part of the web sling
d. Holes, tears, cuts, snags or embedded particles
e. Broken or worn stitching in load bearing splices
f. Excessive abrasive wear
g. Knots in any part of the web sling
h. Excessive pitting, or corrosion, or cracked, or distorted, or broken fittings.
i. Any other visible damage that causes doubt as to the strength of the sling
Section 5.6 INSPECTION RECORDS
5.6.1 Written inspection records, utilizing the identification for each sling as established
by the user, should be kept on file for all web slings. These records should show a
description of the sling and its condition on each periodic inspection.
Section 5.7 REPAIR OF WEB SLINGS
5.7.1 Sling webbing with structural damage shall never be repaired. (See 5.5.1)
5.7.2 Type I and Type II web slings, and othe r web slings utilizing hardware, may be re-
webbed utilizing existing fittings. It shall be the responsibility of the manufacturer
repairing the web sling to determine if the hardware is re-usable.
5.7.3 Slings shall be repaired only by a sling manufacturer or a qualified person. When
repaired, a sling shall be marked to identify the repair agent.
5.7.4 All re-webbed Type I and Type II, and ot her web slings utilizing fittings, shall be
proof tested to two (2) times their vertical rated capacity before being placed back
into service. A certificate of proof testing shall be provided.
5.7.5 Temporary repairs of webbing, fittings, or stitching shall not be permitted.
5.7.6 Repaired slings shall be proof tested to two (2) times its assigned rated capacity
before being put back into service.
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OTHER WEB SLING & TIE DOWN ASSOCIATION PUBLICATIONS
Recommended Standard Specifications: Recommended Standard Specifications:
Printed Books PDF Files On CD
Synthetic Web Slings WSTDA-WS-1 Synthetic Web Slings WSTDA-SCD-WS-1
Synthetic Polyester Roundslings WSTDA-RS-1 Synthetic Polyester Roundslings WSTDA-SCD-RS-1
Webbing for Synthetic Web Slings WSTDA-WB-1 Webbing for Synthetic Web Slings WSTDA-SCD-WB-1
Sewing Threads for Slings & Tie Downs WSTDA-TH-1 Sewing Threads for Slings & Tie Downs WSTDA-SCD-TH-1
Synthetic Web Tie Downs WSTDA-T-1 Synthetic Web Tie Downs WSTDA-SCD-T-1
(French) Synthetic Web Tie Downs WSTDA-T-1 (French) Synthetic Web Tie Downs WSTDA-SCD-T-1
Winches Used With Web Tie Downs WSTDA-T-3 Winches Used With Web Tie Downs WSTDA-SCD-T-3
Synthetic Webbing Used for Tie Down WSTDA-T-4 Synthetic Webbing Used for Tie Downs WSTDA-SCD-T-4
Load Binders Used with Chain Tie Downs WSTDA-T-6 Load Binders Used with Chain Tie Downs WSTDA-SCD-T-6
All Standards In A Three-Ring Binder WSTDA-ASB-2006 All Standards CD - (All above on one CD) WSTDA-ASCD-2006
Operating & Inspection Manuals

Synthetic Web Slings WSTDA-WS-2
Synthetic Web Slings WSTDA-WS-PS-2 (pocket sized)
Synthetic Polyester Roundslings WSTDA-RS-2
Synthetic Polyester Roundslings WSTDA-RS-2-PS (pocket sized)
Synthetic Web Tie Downs WSTDA-T-2
Synthetic Web Tie Downs WSTDA-T-2-PS (pocket sized)
Video
Synthetic Web Sling Care & Inspection WSTDA-WSV-1-CD
Illustrated Wall Chart
Inspection of Web Slings & Round Slings WSTDA-WSWC-1
UV Degradation Reports
Summary Report UV Degradation WSTDA-UV-Sling-2003
UV Degradation Mini Manual WSTDA-UV-MM-2005
UV Degradation Report WSTDA-UVDR-1981 (Revised 2005)
Training CD-Rom
North America Cargo Securement Standard WSTDA-CD-TP-2003
Fabric Warning Labels Paper Safety Bulletins
Web Slings WSWT-1 Web Slings WSSB-1
Tie Downs TDWT-1 Roundslings RSSB-1
Round Slings RSWT-1 Tie Downs TDSB-1
All Fabric Warning Labels and Safety Bulletins are available
in three languages; English, French and Spanish
For ordering information and prices, contact the association office or visit our website:
Web Sling & Tie Down Association, Inc.
2105 Laurel Bush Road, Suite 200
Bel Air, Maryland 21015
Phone (443) 640-1070
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MANDATORY AND ADVISORY RULES

WEB SLING & TIE DOWN ASSOCIATION, INC.

Section 1.2 DESCRIPTION

Section 1.3 BASIC SLING TYPES

Section 1.4 BRIDLE SLINGS (MULTI-LEGGED)

1.4.1 A web sling with multiple legs. (See figure 7)

Section 1.6 DEFINITIONS OF TERMS

Designated Person - Selected or assigned by the employer or employers’ representative as being

Elongation - The measurement of stretch, at a given load, expressed as a percentage of the

Fitting - A load-bearing device, which is attached to the web sling.

Hitch/vertical Hitch/Choker Hitch/Vertical Basket Hitch/Angled Basket

Qualified Person - A person who by possession of a recognized degree or certificate of

Synthetic Fiber - Man-made fibers.

Thickness - The depth of the sling, as opposed to the width or length.

a. Fixed Wear Pad (See figure 18)

b. Sliding Wear Pad (See figure 19)

Working Load Limit - See rated capacity.

CHAPTER 2.0 CONSTRUCTION OF WEB SLINGS

Section 2.1 PURPOSE

Section 2.2 WEBBING

Section 2.3 THREAD

2.3.2 For in-depth information about thread please refer to WSTDA-TH-1

Section 2.4 STITCHING

WARNING: THE USE OF IMPROPER FITTINGS AND/OR MATERIALS MAY

Section 2.6 LOOP EYES

Loop Eye Table - 1 & 2 Ply Slings

Section 2.8 DESIGN FACTOR

Section 2.9 IDENTIFICATION/MARKING REQUIREMENTS

a. Name or trademark of manufacturer

Section 2.10 RATED CAPACITIES

1. For Type VI Slings - consult the manufacturer for rated capacities.

Pounds: 0-49 = 0 Kilograms: 0-24 = 0

Sling Angle Table (Angle of Lift)

6400 lbs. x 0.866 = 5542 lbs. Rated Capacity

RATED CAPACITY of CHOKER HITCH TABLE

Sling Rated capacity factor

CHAPTER 3.0 STANDARD PROCEDURES for TESTING WEB SLINGS

Section 3.2 TYPES OF TESTS

3.3.5 Sling Hitches

3.3.8 The test machine shall be certified annually to ASTM E4 or equivalent.

Section 3.4 TEST PROCEDURES OF WEB SLINGS FOR THE VERIFICATION OF

WARNING: THE USE OF IMPROPER TEST PROCEDURES AND/OR MATERIALS

TEST PIN TABLE

3.4.2 Atmospheric Conditions - Synthetic web slings should be tested at ambient

3.4.5 Webbing and fitting(s), if applicable, shall be new.

3.4.6 The test machine shall be certified annually to ASTM E4 or equivalent.

Section 3.5 CERTIFICATION

CHAPTER 4.0 IDENTIFICATION MARKERS

Section 4.1 PURPOSE

4.1.1 This chapter provides identification of types of fibers, manufacturers of synthetic

Section 4.2 IDENTIFICATION OF FIBER TYPES

4.2.1 Identification Marker - Marker shall be a color sealed or dyed yarn

4.3.1 Identification Marker - The webbing manufacturer identification marker shall be