If any of the above are noted, the rope should be retired from service. Feel for variations in size and soft or hard spots that could indicate damage to the core or rope that has been overstressed. The tactile inspection should be done with tension on the rope. Look for areas of abrasion or cuts in the sheath where the core is exposed or enough of the sheath is worn that its ability to protect the core is compromised. These areas should receive additional scrutiny during the tactile inspection. Visually inspect the sheath to identify chafed areas, glazed surfaces, discoloration or variations in diameter. A complete inspection includes a visual and a tactile inspection. The inspection should be done by an experienced person deemed qualified by the agency/organization.
Inspect a new rope before it is put into service and then after each use. Retire any rope which is greater than ten (10) years old from the date of manufacture, regardless of history and usage. Inspecting a life safety rope involves visually looking for damage, feeling for damage and checking the rope’s history in the rope log. The decision to retire a rope or to keep it in service relies on good judgment that comes only from experience in working with rope.
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