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An HEO needs to lift a load of 1,500 kg using a synthetic round sling in a choker hitch. The sling's tag indicates a straight pull WLL of 2,000 kg. What additional information is most critical for the HEO to know to determine the safe working capacity in this configuration?

The choker hitch efficiency factor significantly reduces the WLL of any sling. Knowing this factor for the specific synthetic round sling is essential to correc

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Question: An HEO needs to lift a load of 1,500 kg using a synthetic round sling in a choker hitch. The sling's tag indicates a straight pull WLL of 2,000 kg. What additional information is most critical for the HEO to know to determine the safe working capacity in this configuration?

Answer options:

  • The colour of the sling jacket.
  • The manufacturer of the sling.
  • The diameter of the synthetic fibres. ✅ The choker hitch efficiency factor for that specific sling type.

Correct answer: The choker hitch efficiency factor for that specific sling type.

Explanation: The choker hitch efficiency factor significantly reduces the WLL of any sling. Knowing this factor for the specific synthetic round sling is essential to correctly calculate its safe working capacity in a choker hitch, as per CSA B335 guidelines.

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