Rigging Inspection Checklist (Free Excel Template)
A rigging inspection checklist that lists every sling and piece of rigging hardware on one line, from wire rope and synthetic slings to shackles, hooks, and eye bolts. Each line records the damage checks, whether the ID tag is legible, the result, and when a removed item was destroyed.
Excel (.xlsx) · 4 sheets · Updated 2026-10-21
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Who is this rigging inspection checklist for?
- Riggers and crane crews who check slings before each day's lifts
- Plant and site managers who keep track of how many slings they own and which were removed
- Safety coordinators who want a record of who inspected the rigging and when
When to use it
The competent person checks each sling and its fittings before the first use of the day and fills in one line per item. Use the same sheet for the monthly or periodic check of the whole rigging inventory, and when new gear arrives. One sheet per site per month.
What's included
The template includes the following. Delete anything you do not need.
- Site, person responsible, and month in the header
- ID number, gear type (drop-down), size, WLL in lb, and in-service date for each item
- Damage checks: broken wires or fraying, reduced diameter or stretch, kinks or distortion, corrosion or heat damage
- End fittings and eyes (Pass / Fail) and ID tag legible (Yes / No)
- Result: OK to use, Monitor, or Remove from service, with the reason and the date it was removed or destroyed
- 22 lines per sheet, with "Remove from service" shown in red
- A filled-in sample sheet and a print layout for US Letter
Preview the Excel file
This is the actual file. Use the tabs below to switch between the 4 sheets. How to mark each result is explained on the "Instructions" sheet.
| A | |
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| 1 | Rigging Inspection Checklist (Slings and Rigging Hardware) |
| 2 | |
| 3 | ■ Source |
| 4 | Worker Library https://worker-library.com/templates/rigging-inspection-checklist/ |
| 5 | Request a template or an extra item: https://worker-library.com/contact/ |
| 6 | |
| 7 | ■ Sheets in this workbook |
| 8 | "Entry Sheet" … The sheet you fill in on a computer. Landscape layout. |
| 9 | "Sample (Filled In)" … A filled-in example. Use it as a guide to how each column is written. |
| 10 | "Print (Letter)" … For printing and filling in by hand. Taller rows, and the column headings repeat at the top of every page. Set up for US Letter. |
| 11 | |
| 12 | ■ How to use |
| 13 | 1. Give every sling and hardware item an ID number and write it on the tag or a band. |
| 14 | 2. List each item once with its type, size, and WLL from the tag. |
| 15 | 3. At each inspection, mark None or Found for each damage check, and Pass or Fail for the end fittings. |
| 16 | 4. If anything is Found or Fail, decide the result. Items marked Remove from service are taken out of use at once, and the reason and date are written on the line. |
| 17 | 5. Destroy removed slings so they cannot be used again, and write the date in the "Date removed" column. |
| 18 | |
| 19 | ■ How to mark results, and what to do (read before you start) |
| 20 | None / Found … for each damage check. Found means look closely and decide the result. |
| 21 | Pass / Fail … for end fittings and eyes. Fail means the item is removed from service. |
| 22 | OK to use … no damage found. Monitor … minor wear within the manufacturer's limits; check it again at the next use. Remove from service … take it out of use right away, tag it "Do Not Use", and write the reason. |
| 23 | A sling with no legible tag is not used until its rated capacity is confirmed. |
| 24 | The inspector may decide to remove an item. Nobody is blamed for removing gear. If in doubt, remove it. |
| 25 | Removed slings are destroyed so they cannot be used again. Write the date in the "Date removed" column. |
| 26 | |
| 27 | ■ Adapting it to your site |
| 28 | • Add a column for the color code your site uses for the inspection period, if you use one. |
| 29 | • Add gear types you have, such as hoist rings, turnbuckles, spreader beams, or plate clamps. |
| 30 | • For a large inventory, use one sheet per gear type (wire rope, synthetic, chain, hardware). |
| 31 | |
| 32 | ■ Things to watch |
| 33 | • OSHA 29 CFR 1910.184(d) asks that each sling and all fastenings and attachments be inspected for damage or defects each day before use by a competent person designated by the employer. This template is a way to record that; it is not an official form. |
| 34 | • This is a general template. Removal criteria (how many broken wires, how much stretch or wear) depend on the sling type and are set by the manufacturer. The ASME B30 series is commonly referenced. |
| 35 | • Never use a sling with a missing or unreadable tag until its rated capacity is confirmed by the manufacturer or a qualified person. |
| 36 | • State plans and construction rules may add requirements. Check the current rules that apply to your site. |
| 37 | |
| 38 | ■ About this template |
| 39 | A free inspection template from Worker Library. |
| 40 | You may copy, edit, and print it for use in your own organization. Add or delete items as you need. |
| 41 | Please do not redistribute or sell the template itself. |
| 42 | |
| 43 | ■ Important notice |
| 44 | This template organizes common inspection items for reference. It is not an official form issued by OSHA or any other authority, and using it does not by itself show compliance. |
| 45 | Which inspections are required, how often, and how long records must be kept depend on the equipment, industry, size of the operation, and location (federal, state, and local rules can all apply). |
| 46 | Check the regulations and standards that apply to you, the manufacturer's instructions, and a qualified or competent person. |
| 47 | Worker Library accepts no liability for any loss arising from the use of this template. |
| 48 | Regulations change. Check the source page above for the latest version. |
| 49 | |
| 50 | ■ Related regulations and standards (for reference) |
| 51 | OSHA 29 CFR 1910.184(d): each day before being used, the sling and all fastenings and attachments shall be inspected for damage or defects by a competent person designated by the employer. Removal criteria for wire rope, alloy chain, synthetic slings, and rigging hardware are commonly referenced in the ASME B30 series; follow the manufacturer's instructions. |
| 52 | |
| 53 | ■ Updated |
| 54 | 2026-10-21 (reviewed every 3 months) |
| 55 | |
| 56 | ■ About Worker Library |
| 57 | Worker Library publishes free Excel inspection checklists, logs, and forms for maintenance, safety, and quality teams. |
| 58 | All templates: https://worker-library.com/templates/ |
| A | B | C | D | E | F | |
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| 1 | Rigging Inspection Checklist (Slings and Rigging Hardware) | |||||
| 2 | Site / location | Person responsible | ||||
| 3 | ||||||
| 4 | ID no. | Gear type | Size (diameter x length) | WLL (lb) | In service since (mm/yyyy) | Inspection date |
| 5 | ||||||
| 6 | ||||||
| 7 | ||||||
| 8 | ||||||
| 9 | (19 more blank rows) | |||||
| 10 | Inspected by | Reviewed by (supervisor) | ||||
| 11 | ||||||
| 12 | ||||||
| 13 | Notice: This is a general-purpose inspection record. It is not an official government form and does not by itself show compliance with OSHA or any other regulation or standard. | |||||
| 14 | Related regulations and standards (for reference): OSHA 29 CFR 1910.184(d): each day before being used, the sling and all fastenings and attachments shall be inspected for damage or defects by a competent person designated by the employer. Removal criteria for wire rope, alloy chain, synthetic slings, and rigging hardware are commonly referenced in the ASME B30 series; follow the manufacturer's instructions. | |||||
| 15 | Which inspections you need, how often, and how long to keep records depend on your equipment, industry, and location. Check the regulations that apply to you, the manufacturer's instructions, and a qualified person. | |||||
| 16 | Worker Library accepts no liability for any loss arising from the use of this template. Regulations change; check the source page for the latest version. | |||||
| 17 | Worker Library https://worker-library.com/templates/rigging-inspection-checklist/ Updated 2026-10-21 | |||||
This preview shows the first 6 of 16 columns. The downloaded file contains everything.
| A | B | C | D | E | F | |
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| 1 | Rigging Inspection Checklist (Slings and Rigging Hardware) [SAMPLE] | |||||
| 2 | Site / location | Site 4, Building B | Person responsible | M. Shah | ||
| 3 | ||||||
| 4 | ID no. | Gear type | Size (diameter x length) | WLL (lb) | In service since (mm/yyyy) | Inspection date |
| 5 | WR-01 | Wire rope sling | 1/2 in x 6 ft, 6x19 IWRC | 4,400 | 04/2025 | 08/03/2026 |
| 6 | WR-02 | Wire rope sling | 1/2 in x 10 ft, 6x19 IWRC | 4,400 | 06/2024 | 08/03/2026 |
| 7 | WS-05 | Synthetic web sling | 2 in x 6 ft, 1-ply | 3,200 | 09/2025 | 08/03/2026 |
| 8 | WS-06 | Synthetic web sling | 1 in x 5 ft, 1-ply | 1,600 | 11/2023 | 08/03/2026 |
| 9 | SH-02 | Shackle | 1/2 in screw pin anchor | 4,000 | 03/2024 | 08/03/2026 |
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| 11 | ||||||
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| 13 | ||||||
| 14 | (14 more blank rows) | |||||
| 15 | Inspected by | Reviewed by (supervisor) | ||||
| 16 | ||||||
| 17 | ||||||
| 18 | Notice: This is a general-purpose inspection record. It is not an official government form and does not by itself show compliance with OSHA or any other regulation or standard. | |||||
| 19 | Related regulations and standards (for reference): OSHA 29 CFR 1910.184(d): each day before being used, the sling and all fastenings and attachments shall be inspected for damage or defects by a competent person designated by the employer. Removal criteria for wire rope, alloy chain, synthetic slings, and rigging hardware are commonly referenced in the ASME B30 series; follow the manufacturer's instructions. | |||||
| 20 | Which inspections you need, how often, and how long to keep records depend on your equipment, industry, and location. Check the regulations that apply to you, the manufacturer's instructions, and a qualified person. | |||||
| 21 | Worker Library accepts no liability for any loss arising from the use of this template. Regulations change; check the source page for the latest version. | |||||
| 22 | Worker Library https://worker-library.com/templates/rigging-inspection-checklist/ Updated 2026-10-21 | |||||
This preview shows the first 6 of 16 columns. The downloaded file contains everything.
| A | B | C | D | E | F | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rigging Inspection Checklist (Slings and Rigging Hardware) | |||||
| 2 | Site / location | Person responsible | ||||
| 3 | ||||||
| 4 | ID no. | Gear type | Size (diameter x length) | WLL (lb) | In service since (mm/yyyy) | Inspection date |
| 5 | ||||||
| 6 | ||||||
| 7 | ||||||
| 8 | ||||||
| 9 | (19 more blank rows) | |||||
| 10 | Inspected by | Reviewed by (supervisor) | ||||
| 11 | ||||||
| 12 | ||||||
| 13 | Notice: This is a general-purpose inspection record. It is not an official government form and does not by itself show compliance with OSHA or any other regulation or standard. | |||||
| 14 | Related regulations and standards (for reference): OSHA 29 CFR 1910.184(d): each day before being used, the sling and all fastenings and attachments shall be inspected for damage or defects by a competent person designated by the employer. Removal criteria for wire rope, alloy chain, synthetic slings, and rigging hardware are commonly referenced in the ASME B30 series; follow the manufacturer's instructions. | |||||
| 15 | Which inspections you need, how often, and how long to keep records depend on your equipment, industry, and location. Check the regulations that apply to you, the manufacturer's instructions, and a qualified person. | |||||
| 16 | Worker Library accepts no liability for any loss arising from the use of this template. Regulations change; check the source page for the latest version. | |||||
| 17 | Worker Library https://worker-library.com/templates/rigging-inspection-checklist/ Updated 2026-10-21 | |||||
This preview shows the first 6 of 16 columns. The downloaded file contains everything.
Cells marked ▼ have a drop-down list. Lightly shaded rows are where you write.
File details
| Format | Excel (.xlsx) |
|---|---|
| Works with | Microsoft Excel 2016 or later, Excel for Microsoft 365, Google Sheets, LibreOffice Calc |
| Paper | Print areas set for US Letter |
| Sheets | Instructions / Entry Sheet / Sample (Filled In) / Print (Letter) |
| Macros | None |
| File size | About 19 KB |
| Updated | 2026-10-21 |
How to use the rigging inspection checklist
- Give every sling and hardware item an ID number and write it on the tag or a band.
- List each item once with its type, size, and WLL from the tag.
- At each inspection, mark None or Found for each damage check, and Pass or Fail for the end fittings.
- If anything is Found or Fail, decide the result. Items marked Remove from service are taken out of use at once, and the reason and date are written on the line.
- Destroy removed slings so they cannot be used again, and write the date in the "Date removed" column.
Adapting it to your site
- Add a column for the color code your site uses for the inspection period, if you use one.
- Add gear types you have, such as hoist rings, turnbuckles, spreader beams, or plate clamps.
- For a large inventory, use one sheet per gear type (wire rope, synthetic, chain, hardware).
Before you use it
Please read
- OSHA 29 CFR 1910.184(d) asks that each sling and all fastenings and attachments be inspected for damage or defects each day before use by a competent person designated by the employer. This template is a way to record that; it is not an official form.
- This is a general template. Removal criteria (how many broken wires, how much stretch or wear) depend on the sling type and are set by the manufacturer. The ASME B30 series is commonly referenced.
- Never use a sling with a missing or unreadable tag until its rated capacity is confirmed by the manufacturer or a qualified person.
- State plans and construction rules may add requirements. Check the current rules that apply to your site.
- This template is provided as-is for reference. Worker Library is not liable for any loss arising from its use. Regulations change, so check the update date on this page.
Rigging Inspection Checklist FAQ
How often do slings need to be inspected?
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.184(d) says each day before being used, the sling and all fastenings and attachments shall be inspected for damage or defects by a competent person. Many companies also do a documented periodic inspection of the whole inventory.
Who can inspect rigging?
Under 29 CFR 1910.184(d), the daily inspection is done by a competent person designated by the employer. For periodic inspections, the ASME B30 series is commonly referenced for who should do them.
When should a sling be removed from service?
Remove a sling when the damage reaches the limits set by the manufacturer, or when the tag is missing or unreadable. Common reasons are broken wires, kinks, crushing, cuts, heat damage, stretched chain links, and damaged hooks or fittings.
Do rigging tags need to be checked?
Common practice is to check that each sling has a legible tag showing its rated capacity before use. This checklist has a column for it, so a sling with a missing tag is caught at the inspection.