Safety
Choker hitch
A sling configuration tightened around a load through one sling eye.
Hazards
- A sling configuration tightened around a load through one sling eye.
Controls
- Use rated capacity reduction, suitable shape, edge protection, and controlled choke position.
Personal protective equipment
- Select task-specific PPE only after hazards and higher-order controls have been evaluated.
Regional considerations
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
Use rated capacity reduction, suitable shape, edge protection, and controlled choke position.
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Sources
- Published Technical Standards — Entertainment Services and Technology Association
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs — Occupational Safety and Health Administration