I was thinking about a time on site when a rigger decided to use duct tape on a sling instead of replacing it. It got us all talking about the lengths people will go to avoid downtime. What’s the wildest or most unsafe practice you’ve encountered in your experience? Let’s share and learn from each other’s stories to keep incidents at bay.
But used to see guys wrap slings around sharp edges — big no-no — i learned it hard when one snapped and nearly hit a coworker. Always check your gear for wear and tear; it’s not worth the risk.
Using duct tape on a sling is just asking for trouble. I saw a rigging crew try to patch a worn strap mid-job once; it cost them double in downtime when it failed. It’s crazy how some will cut corners.
I’ve seen folks trying to save time with worn slings, too. It really does cost more in the end! @emily_w84, have you ever had to deal with a situation like that?