Saudi Aramco GI 7.029 RIGGING HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS

This document, Saudi Aramco General Instruction Manual GI 7.029, outlines the essential Rigging Hardware Requirements for Saudi Aramco operations. It specifies the criteria for the inspection, testing, and recordkeeping of all slings and commonly used rigging hardware to enhance safety performance.

The GI details definitions for key terms like Certified Inspector, D/d Ratio, Rigging Hardware, and Safe Working Load (SWL). It covers general requirements for slings, including identification, proof-load testing, and proper usage, as well as specific provisions for various types of slings such as alloy steel chain, metal mesh, natural and synthetic fiber rope, synthetic webbed, and wire rope slings.

Furthermore, it addresses the requirements for general rigging hardware, including hooks, rings, and attachments, emphasizing design safety factors and proof load testing. The document also mandates detailed inspection procedures, distinguishing between frequent and periodic inspections, and outlines the contents of sling inspection logs.

This comprehensive guideline ensures that all rigging hardware used within Saudi Aramco facilities and associated projects meets stringent safety and quality standards, preventing accidents and ensuring operational integrity. Ideal for HSE managers, rigging supervisors, certified riggers, and safety officers working in the oil and gas industry or similar heavy industrial environments.