Volkswagen VAS6131/19 User Manual

5 | Inspection
Maintaining proof of inspections
Depending on the conditions under which
the load handling devices are used,
inspections may be required more
frequently than once per year. This applies,
for example, in case of very frequent use,
increased wear, corrosion, exposure to heat,
or when increased susceptibility to failure
can be expected. Load handling devices
should be inspected for the absence of cracks
every 3 years by qualied personnel using
appropriate inspection equipment. Records of
such inspections must be retained. If the user
has any doubts that the load handling device
is in safe condition, the load handling device
should be taken out of use and inspected by
qualied personnel.
The operating company has to ensure that
load handling devices are inspected by a
qualied person at least once a year.
The Employer's Liability Insurance
Association may demand that proof of
inspections be maintained for other
inspections on a case-by-case basis.
Proof of inspections must be submitted to
the supervisor on request. Therefore, they
must be stored so they are readily accessible
at all times.
The recurring inspections encompass a visual
inspection and functional tests. They
essentially extend to the integrity, suitability,
and eectiveness of the safety devices as well
as the condition of the load handling device
in regard to damage, wear, corrosion, or other
changes. Disassembly may be required for
the assessment of wear parts.
The operating company has to ensure that
proof of the inspections of load handling
devices is maintained. (See point 5.3. for a
template that can be copied)
Such proof has to include the following:
• Date and scope of the inspection with
information about any partial
inspections that are still pending.
• Result of the inspection including any
defects that were found.
• Assessment in case of concerns
regarding continued use.
• Information about required follow-up
inspections.
• Name and if applicable address of
theinspector.
Inspection criteria
If the following defects or disruptions occur,
the device must be taken out of use for
maintenance, repair, or entirely:
• Identication of the load bearing
capacity or proof of identity are illegible
• Permanent deformation of the
components
• Wear
• Incomplete device
• Damaged components: Cracks, notches,
grooves
• Surface damage: Corrosion, discoloration
due to heat

Volkswagen VAS6131/19 Specifications

General

Brand	Volkswagen
Model	VAS6131/19
Category	Racks & Stands
Language	English