7.7.3 Instructions for Use
New winches should be supplied with comprehensive information for use. The information should include any limitations peculiar to the particular make and model such as suitable ropes, operational temperature range and other conditions. Such information should therefore be retained for future reference.
Although not required by the applicable national legislation, new winches will usually be issued with a manufacturer’s record of proof load testing in addition to, although possibly combined with, the documents required by the legislation. This document forms an important part of the record of the winch. It should be retained and cross referenced to the winch’s historical records for inspection by the Competent Person or local enforcing authority.