Section 296-155-56105 - Shackles(1) Pins must be connected to the choking eye of the sling when a shackle is used in a choker hitch.(2) Screw pins must be: (a) Fully engaged, with the shoulder in contact with the shackle body (see Figure 27, Typical Shackle Components).(b) Rigged in a way that keeps the pin from unscrewing while in use.(c) Secured from rotation or loosening if used for long-term installations.(3) You must keep cotter pins in good working condition.(4) If the shackle is side loaded, reduce the rated load, according to the recommendations of the manufacturer or a qualified person (see Figure 28, Side Loading). | Note: | See Figure 29, Shackle Types, for examples of types of shackles covered by this rule. |
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Figure 27
Typical Shackle Components
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Figure 28
Side Loading
| Side Loading Angle, deg. | % Rated Load Reduction |
| In-line (0) to 5 | None |
| 6 to 45 | 30% |
| 46 to 90 | 50% |
| Over 90 | Not permitted unless authorized by manufacturer or qualified person |
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Figure 29
Shackle Types
Wash. Admin. Code § 296-155-56105
Amended by WSR 16-09-085, Filed 4/19/2016, effective 5/20/2016Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, 49.17.440, 49.17.060, and 29 C.F.R. 1926, Subpart CC. 12-01-086, § 296-155-56105, filed 12/20/11, effective 2/1/12.