LXR Unit 1 Module 1.5

What type of jacks is used on loads up to 24 tons?

• Mechanical jacks: step & screw

• Hydraulic jack

What type of jack is used on loads more than 24 tons?

• Hydraulic jack

• Step jack

What type of lifting equipment is used to support loads or make small adjustments in height?

• Step Jack

• Screw Jack

What type of lifting equipment is used to lever and move machinery in limited access areas?

• Pinch bar

• Dollies

What inspections is carried out on step jacks?

• check for any cracked or broken rack teeth

• check for damage threads

What inspections is carried out on screw jacks?

•  check for distortion,bending,cracks and chipping

• check for damage threads

What inspections is carried out on pinch bars?

• check for distortion,bending,cracks and chipping

• check for scoring, damage to the body of the pinch bar

What inspections is carried out on rollers?

• check for thread damage

• check for distortion,bending,cracks and chipping

What jacking equipment is used for support when you raise the load by jacks before working on or leaving the load unattended?

• Blocks

• Rollers

What jacking equipment is used to chock a load to prevent it from moving or falling over?

• Pinch bar

• Wooden wedges