EN 818-6:2000+A1:2008

Short link chain for lifting purposes - Safety - Part 6: Chain slings - Specification for information for use and maintenance to be provided by the manufacturer

This Part of EN 818 specifies the information on use and maintenance to be provided by the manufacturer with chain slings conforming to EN 818-4:1996+A1 and EN 818-5:1999+A1.
NOTE   Certain clauses are relevant to component parts of chains and accessories conforming to
EN 818-2:1996+A1, EN 818-3:1999+A1 and EN 1677.
Annex A is informative, and provides some of the detailed information for use and maintenance which may be appropriate.
The hazards covered by this Part of EN 818 are identified in clause 4.

Kurzgliedrige Rundstahlketten für Hebezwecke - Sicherheit - Teil 6: Anschlagketten - Festlegungen zu Informationen über Gebrauch und Instandhaltung, die vom Hersteller zur Verfügung zu stellen sind

Chaînes de levage à maillons courts - Sécurité - Partie 6: Elingues en chaînes - Spécification pour l'information sur l'utilisation et la maintenance qui doit être fournie par le fabricant

La présente partie de l'EN 818 spécifie les informations relatives à l’utilisation et à l’entretien à fournir par le fabricant
avec les élingues en chaînes conformes aux normes !EN 818-4:1996+A1" et !EN 818-5:1999+A1".
NOTE Certains paragraphes correspondent aux composants des chaînes et de leurs accessoires conformes aux normes
!EN 818-2:1996+A1", !EN 818-3:1999+A1" et EN 1677.
L’annexe A est informative et fournit certaines informations détaillées relatives à l’utilisation et à l’entretien,
susceptibles d’être appropriées.
Les phénomènes dangereux couverts par cette partie de l’EN 818 sont identifiés à l’article 4.

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General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 01-Apr-2008
• ICS: 53.020.30 - Accessories for lifting equipment
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 168 - Chains, ropes, webbing, slings and accessories - safaty
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 168 - Chains, ropes, webbing, slings and accessories - safaty
• Current Stage: 9060 - Closure of 2 Year Review Enquiry - Review Enquiry
• Start Date: 02-Sep-2024
• Completion Date: 02-Sep-2024
• Directive: 2006/42/EC - Directive 2006/42/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 May 2006 on machinery, and amending Directive 95/16/EC (recast)
• Directive: 98/37/EC - Machinery
• Mandate: M/079 - Mandate to CEN and CENELEC for standardization in the field of machines
• Mandate: M/396 - Mandate to CEN and Cenelec for standardisation in the field of machinery
• Ref Project: SIST EN 818-6:2001+A1:2008 - Short link chain for lifting purposes - Safety - Part 6: Chain slings - Specification for information for use and maintenance to be provided by the manufacturer

Relations

• Merged From: EN 818-6:2000/prA1 - Short link chain for lifting purposes - Safety - Part 6: Chain slings - Specification for information for use and maintenance to be provided by the manufacturer
• Effective Date: 19-Jan-2023
• Merged From: EN 818-6:2000 - Short link chain for lifting purposes - Safety - Part 6: Chain slings - Specification for information for use and maintenance to be provided by the manufacturer
• Effective Date: 18-Jan-2023

Overview

EN 818-6:2000+A1:2008 (CEN) is the European safety standard that specifies the information on use and maintenance that manufacturers must supply with short-link chain slings manufactured to EN 818-4 and EN 818-5. It identifies hazards (clause 4), sets out required documented instructions, and includes informative Annex A with guidance for preparing user and maintenance documentation. The standard supports compliance with the EU Machinery Directive (see informative Annexes ZA/ZB).

Key topics and requirements

• Scope and applicability
  • Applies to chain slings conforming to EN 818-4 (Grade 8) and EN 818-5 (Grade 4).
  • Certain clauses also apply to component parts covered by EN 818-2, EN 818-3 and EN 1677.
• Manufacturer’s documentation
  • Documented information must cover use, maintenance, inspection and limitations.
  • Annex A provides practical guidance manufacturers can include in user instructions.
• Restrictions on altering finished condition
  • Any restrictions on heat treatment, galvanizing, plating or coating must be stated.
  • Example: Grade 8 chain slings should not be galvanized or plated without manufacturer approval.
• Environmental and hazardous condition limits
  • Guidance for use in high/low temperatures and acidic or chemically aggressive environments.
  • Temperature guidance (working load limit as % of WLL):
    • Grade 4: -40 < t ≤ 200°C = 100%; 200 < t ≤ 300°C = 100%; 300 < t ≤ 400°C = 75%; 400 < t ≤ 475°C = 50%; t > 475°C not permissible.
    • Grade 8: -40 < t ≤ 200°C = 100%; 200 < t ≤ 300°C = 90%; 300 < t ≤ 400°C = 75%; 400 < t ≤ 475°C not permissible.
  • Acidic exposure: Grade 8 should not be used in acid; Grade 4 may be used only with precautions (max 50% WLL, immediate washing, daily inspection).
• Pre‑use and current-use instructions
  • Ensure availability of manufacturer’s certificate, record chain sling details, and training for staff.
  • Instructions must cover load mass/CG determination, correct attachment methods (direct, choke, basket), protection, avoiding shock loading, storage and safe personnel practices.
• Periodic examination and maintenance
  • Requirements for withdrawal criteria, repairs/renewals, re‑testing, certification and record-keeping.
  • Defines inspection (visual) and thorough examination (competent person, NDT if needed).

Applications and users

• Useful to: manufacturers, lifting equipment suppliers, riggers, safety managers, inspection bodies, maintenance teams, procurement and compliance officers.
• Practical applications: preparing user manuals, safety data delivered with chain slings, operator training materials, maintenance schedules, and compliance evidence for CE/Machinery Directive.

Related standards

• EN 818 series: Part 1 (general), Part 2, Part 3, Part 4 (chain slings Grade 8), Part 5 (chain slings Grade 4), Part 7.
• EN 1677 (components for lifting accessories).
• EN 1050 / EN ISO 12100 (risk assessment and machine safety principles).

Keywords: EN 818-6, chain slings, short link chain, lifting safety, maintenance, manufacturer information, working load limit, chain sling inspection, EN 818-4, EN 818-5, EN 1677.

Standards Content (Sample)

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Short link chain for lifting purposes - Safety - Part 6: Chain slings - Specification for
information for use and maintenance to be provided by the manufacturer
Kurzgliedrige Rundstahlketten für Hebezwecke - Sicherheit - Teil 6: Anschlagketten -
Festlegungen zu Informationen über Gebrauch und Instandhaltung, die vom Hersteller
zur Verfügung zu stellen sind
Chaînes de levage à maillons courts - Sécurité - Partie 6: Elingues en chaînes -
Spécification pour l'information sur l'utilisation et la maintenance qui doit être fournie par
le fabricant
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 818-6:2000+A1:2008
ICS:
53.020.30 Pribor za dvigalno opremo Accessories for lifting
equipment
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 818-6:2000+A1
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
April 2008
ICS 53.020.30 Supersedes EN 818-6:2000
English Version
Short link chain for lifting purposes - Safety - Part 6: Chain slings
- Specification for information for use and maintenance to be
provided by the manufacturer
Chaînes de levage à maillons courts - Sécurité - Partie 6: Kurzgliedrige Rundstahlketten für Hebezwecke - Sicherheit
Elingues en chaînes - Spécification pour l'information sur - Teil 6: Anschlagketten - Festlegungen zu Informationen
l'utilisation et la maintenance qui doit être fournie par le über Gebrauch und Instandhaltung, die vom Hersteller zur
fabricant Verfügung zu stellen sind
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 6 May 1999 and includes Amendment 1 approved by CEN on 10 February 2008.

CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European
Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national
standards may be obtained on application to the CEN Management Centre or to any CEN member.

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Contents Page
Foreword.3
Introduction .4
1 Scope .4
2 Normative references .4
3 Terms and definitions .5
4 Hazards .5
5 Safety requirements .5
5.1 General.5
5.2 Restriction on altering the finished condition on the chain sling .5
5.3 Limitations on the use of the chain sling due to adverse environmental conditions or
hazardous conditions.6
5.4 Actions to be taken before putting the chain sling into first use .6
5.5 Instructions regarding current use of the chain sling .6
5.6 Periodic thorough examination and maintenance .7
Annex A (informative) Guidance to assist the manufacturer to prepare documented information
for the use and maintenance of chain slings.8
A.1 Use of chain slings .8
A.2 Maintenance .18
Annex B (informative) Bibliography .21
Annex ZA (informative) !Relationship between this European standard and the Essential
Requirements of EU Directive 98/37/EC .22
Annex ZB (informative) !Relationship between this European standard and the Essential
Requirements of EU Directive 2006/42/EC .23

Foreword
This document (EN 818-6:2000+A1:2008) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 168 “Chains,
ropes, webbing, slings and accessories - Safety”, the secretariat of which is held by BSI.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical
text or by endorsement, at the latest by October 2008 and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at
the latest by October 2008.
This document includes Amendment 1, approved by CEN on 2008-02-10.
This document supersedes EN 818-6:2000.
The start and finish of text introduced or altered by amendment is indicated in the text by tags ! ".
This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the
European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of EU Directive(s).
For relationship with EU Directive(s), see informative Annexes ZA and ZB, which are integral parts of this
document.
The other Parts of EN 818 are:
Part 1: General conditions of acceptance
Part 2: Medium tolerance chain for chain slings - Grade 8
Part 3: Medium tolerance chain for chain slings - Grade 4
Part 4: Chain slings - Grade 8
Part 5: Chain slings - Grade 4
Part 7: Fine tolerance chain for hoists, Grade T (types T, DAT, DT).

Annexes A and B of this European Standard are for information only.
According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following
countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech
Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,
Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.

Introduction
This European Standard has been prepared to be a harmonized standard to provide one means of complying
with the essential safety requirements of the Machinery Directive and associated EFTA regulations.
The extent to which the hazards are covered is indicated in the scope.
!This standard is a Type C standard as stated in EN ISO 12100.
When provisions of this type C standard are different from those which are stated in type A or B standards, the
provisions of this type C standard take precedence over the provisions of the other standards, for equipment
that have been designed and built according to the provisions of this type C standard."
1 Scope
This Part of EN 818 specifies the information on use and maintenance to be provided by the manufacturer
with chain slings conforming to !EN 818-4:1996+A1" and !EN 818-5:1999+A1".
NOTE Certain clauses are relevant to component parts of chains and accessories conforming to
!EN 818-2:1996+A1", !EN 818-3:1999+A1" and EN 1677.
Annex A is informative, and provides some of the detailed information for use and maintenance which may be
appropriate.
The hazards covered by this Part of EN 818 are identified in clause 4.
2 Normative references
This European Standard incorporates by dated or undated reference, provisions from other publications.
These normative references are cited at appropriate places in the text and the publications are listed
hereafter. For dated references, subsequent amendments to, or revisions of, any of these publications apply
to this European Standard only when incorporated in it by amendment or revision. For undated references the
latest edition of the publication referred to applies.
!deleted text"
!EN 818-1:1996+A1", Short link chain for lifting purposes — Safety — Part 1: General conditions of
acceptance
!EN 818-2:1996+A1", Short link chain for lifting purposes — Safety — Part 2: Medium tolerance chain for
chain slings - Grade 8
!EN 818-3:1999+A1", Short link chain for lifting purposes — Safety — Part 3: Medium tolerance chain for
chain slings - Grade 4
!EN 818-4:1996+A1", Short link chain for lifting purposes — Safety — Part 4: Chain slings — Grade 8
!EN 818-5:1999+A1", Short link chain for lifting purposes — Safety — Part 5: Chain slings — Grade 4
EN 1050:1996, Safety of machinery — Principles of risk assessment
3 Terms and definitions
!For the purposes of this part of EN 818, the terms, definitions and symbols given in EN 818-1:1996+A1
and the following apply."
3.1
inspection
A visual check on the condition of the chain sling to identify obvious damage or deterioration which might
affect its fitness for use.
3.2
thorough examination
A visual examination carried out by a competent person, and where necessary, supplemented by other
means, such as non-destructive testing, in order to detect damage or deterioration which might affect the
fitness for use of the chain sling.
4 Hazards
!Accidental release of a load, or release of a load due to" failure of lifting accessories such as chain
slings or their component parts puts at risk either directly or indirectly the safety or health of those persons
within the danger zone of lifting equipment.
This Part of EN 818 lays down those aspects of safe use associated with good practice.
Table 1 contains those hazards which require action to reduce risk identified by risk assessment as being
specific or significant.
Table 1 — Hazards and associated requirements
Hazards identified in annex A of Relevant clause/subclause
EN 1050 : 1996 this Part of EN 818
!deleted text"
26 Insufficient 5 and informative annex A

instructions for the 5 and informative annex A

driver/operator 5 and informative annex A

5 Safety requirements
5.1 General
Documented information shall be provided by the manufacturer covering the subjects listed in 5.2 to 5.6.
Informative annex A contains guidance to assist in the preparation of this information.
5.2 Restriction on altering the finished condition on the chain sling
Any restrictions on alteration of the following shall be given:
a) Heat treatment
b) Galvanizing (see also A.1.1.2.2.1)
c) Plating
d) Coating
5.3 Limitations on the use of the chain sling due to adverse environmental conditions or
hazardous conditions
Any limitations on the use of the chain sling due to the following shall be given:
a) Adverse environments (see also A.1.1.2)
b) Hazardous conditions (see also A.1.1.3)
5.4 Actions to be taken before putting the chain sling into first use
Instructions shall be given regarding the following (see also A.1.2.1):
a) the need to ensure the availability of the manufacturer’s certificate;
b) the need to enter full details of the chain sling in a record of lifting equipment;
c) Availability of instructions for use of the chain sling and information about adequate training of staff.
5.5 Instructions regarding current use of the chain sling
Instructions regarding the following shall be provided.
a) determination of the mass of the load, its centre of gravity, attachment points and the method of
attachment;
b) checking of the conformity of the method of lifting and mass of the load to the working load limit specified
by the manufacturer for the working configuration;
c) attachment of chain sling to hook of lifting machine;
d) attachment of chain sling to load: direct attachment, choke hitch, basket hitch, special components;
e) protection of chain sling and load;
f) controlling rotation of load;
g) ensuring even balance of the load;
h) correct use of shortening devices;
i) avoidance of shock loading;
j) ensuring safety of personnel;
k) correct fitting of load bearing pins in components according to the series of !EN 1677", if
appropriate;
l) correct use of clamping forces;
m) use of less than the full number of legs;
n) preparation of landing site;
o) detachment of chain sling from load;
p) correct storage of chain sling.
5.6 Periodic thorough examination and maintenance
Information shall be given regarding the following:
a) withdrawal criteria;
b) repairs, renewals, re-testing, certification;
c) records of examination and maintenance.

Annex A
(informative)
Guidance to assist the manufacturer to prepare documented information
for the use and maintenance of chain slings
A.1 Use of chain slings
A.1.1 Chain sling selection
A.1.1.1 General
The relevant Parts of EN 818 and EN 1677 define working load limit using the term General Lifting Service.
This reflects the fact that lifting accessories can be and are used in a wide variety of circumstances in terms of
configuration, types of load, methods of attachment. Design considerations and working load limit ratings are
given in the relevant Parts of EN 818 and EN 1677 take account of these circumstances.
!EN 818-4:1996+A1" and !EN 818-5:1999+A1" permit an alternative method of rating where a chain
sling is to be used exclusively for a single specific lifting application where all of the circumstances of use are
known.
A.1.1.2 Use in adverse environments
A.1.1.2.1 High and low temperature conditions
Care should be taken to take account of the maximum temperature which can be reached by the chain sling in
service. This is difficult in practice but underestimation of the temperature involved should be avoided. Table
A.1 summarizes the necessary variation in WLL due to temperature.
Chain slings of Grades 4 and 8 will not be adversely affected by temperatures down to -40 °C and no
reduction from the working load limit is therefore necessary on this account. Where chain slings are to be
used at temperatures below -40 °C, the manufacturer should be consulted.
1)
Table A.1 — Variation in working load limit due to temperature

Grade Working load expressed as a percentage of working load limit
Temperature, t, °C
-40 < t ≤ 200 200 < t ≤ 300 300 < t ≤ 400 400 < t ≤ 475 !t > 475"
4 100 100 75 50 Not permissible
8 100 90 75 Not permissible
1)
The use of chain slings within the permissible temperature ranges given in the table does not
require any permanent reduction in working load limit when the chain is returned to normal
temperatures. If chain slings reach temperatures in excess of the maximum permissible
temperatures indicated in the table, they should be withdrawn from service and referred to the
manufacturer.
A.1.1.2.2 Acidic conditions
A.1.1.2.2.1 Chain slings of grade 8
Chain slings of Grade 8 should not be used either immersed in acid solutions or exposed to acid fumes.
Attention is drawn to the fact that certain production processes involve acidic solutions and fumes and in these
circumstances the manufacturer's advice should be sought.
For the same reasons chain slings should not be galvanized or subjected to any plating processes without the
approval of the manufacturer.
A.1.1.2.2.2 Chain slings of grade 4
Chain slings of Grade 4 may be used in acidic conditions. The following precautions should be adopted:
a) the working load of such a chain sling should not be greater than 50 % of the working load limit;
b) the chain sling should be thoroughly washed in clean water immediately after use;
c) the chain sling should be given an inspection by a competent person each day before use.
A.1.1.2.3 Conditions in which the chain sling is likely to be subjected to attack (chemical, abrasive
etc.)
The manufacturer of the chain sling should be consulted, particularly if the chain sling is to be exposed to
highly concentrated chemicals combined with high temperatures.
A.1.1.3 Use in exceptionally hazardous conditions
The rating of lifting accessories in European Standards assumes the absence of exceptionally hazardous
conditions. Exceptionally hazardous conditions include offshore activities, the lifting of persons and lifting of
potentially dangerous loads such as molten metals, corrosive materials or fissile materials. In such cases the
degree of hazard should be assessed by a competent person and the working load limit adjusted accordingly.
A.1.2 Chain sling verification before first use and in service
A.1.2.1 Before first use
Before first use of the chain sling it should be ensured that:
a) the chain sling is precisely as ordered;
b) the manufacturer’s certificate is to hand;
c) the identification and working load limit marking on the chain sling correspond to the information on the
certificate;
d) full details of the chain sling are recorded.
A.1.2.2 Before each use
Before each use the chain sling should be inspected for obvious damage or deterioration (see A.2.1). If faults
are found during this inspection, the procedure given in A.2.1 should be followed.
A.1.3 Handling the load
A.1.3.1 Preparation
Attention should be given to any specific instructions provided for the handling of the load. Before starting the
lift, it should be ensured that the load is free to move and is not bolted down or otherwise obstructed.
A.1.3.2 Mass of the load
It is essential that the mass of the load to be lifted is known. If the mass is not marked the information should
be obtained from the consignment notes, manuals, plans etc. If such information is not available the mass
should be assessed by calculation.
A.1.3.3 Centre of gravity
The position of the centre of gravity of the load should be established in relation to the possible points of
attachment of the chain sling. To lift the load without it tilting or toppling the following conditions should be
met:
a) For single leg and endless chain slings the attachment point should be vertically above the ce
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