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IRIC safety alert

Safety Action Notice – SAN2406

Published on 25 October 2024

From: NHSScotland Assure

SAN2406 - Hoist spreader bar and looped sling attachments: sling loop may detach from spreader bar hook during lift

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IRIC has received multiple reports of near misses involving looped sling attachments becoming detached from the spreader bar during lifts. After the slack in the sling straps has been removed at the start of the lift, stop, and check that the sling attachment loops are securely attached to the hook of the spreader bar, before proceeding.