23.2 SCOPE

This section of the code covers rigging screws and turnbuckles t used for adjusting the length of sling legs in chain, wire rope and textile slings, for other lifting applications and for the tensioning of stays and similar assemblies including cargo securing and rigging applications.

This section does not cover rigging screws and turnbuckles used for pipe hanging and other non-lifting applications, except as stated in section 23.4.1 Terminal Fittings.