WAC 296-807-17020   Visually inspect jacks and keep them in good working order.  

Note:

There are two types of inspection, frequent or periodic, depending on how often they are done.

     You must:

     (1) Inspect jacks at appropriate intervals:

     • Make sure frequent inspections are done by the operator or other designated person as follows:

     – Before a jack is first placed in service.

     – Monthly for a jack used in normal service.

     – Daily or before each use for a jack used for other than normal service.

     – Before using a jack that has been altered, modified, or repaired.

     – Before using a jack that has not been used in one year or more.

     • Make sure a periodic inspection of the jack is done once a year.

     • Inspect the jack using Table 4, Jack Inspection Requirements, during any frequent or periodic inspection.

     (2) Make sure a jack that is out of order is:

     • Tagged

     • Not used until repaired.

     (3) Make sure a jack is properly lubricated at regular intervals.

Note:

The jack should be lubricated following the manufacturer's instructions.

Table 4

Jack Inspection Requirements

Inspection Item		Frequent Inspection	Periodic Inspection
Check all of the following items that apply to the jack:
	Improper pawl engagement	X	X
	Excessive pawl wear	X	X
	Chipped, cracked, or worn rack teeth	X	X
	Cracked or damaged housing	X	X
	Damaged, bent, or worn threads	X	X
	Leaking hydraulic fluid	X	X
	Scored or damaged plunger	X	X
	Improper functioning	X	X
	Free movement of swivel, heads, and caps	X	X
	Loose bolts or rivets	X	X
	Damaged or improperly assembled accessory equipment	X	X
	Rack wear or bending	X	X
	Other items as specified in the manufacturer's instructions	X	X
Watch the jack during operation		X	X
More detailed inspection required if a designated person determines any condition discovered is a hazard		X
Clean and check internal parts for wear or damage if inspection indicates an internal problem			X

[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, 49.17.060. 07-03-163, § 296-807-17020, filed 1/24/07, effective 4/1/07; 03-09-009, § 296-807-17020, filed 4/4/03, effective 8/1/03.]