🔍 Key Concepts

• Wire rope inspection criteria for replacement (look for measurable damage, not just appearance) • Difference between surface rust, core condition, and loss of metal • Role of certification paperwork vs. actual physical condition of the wire rope

💭 Think About

• Which option describes a clear, objective physical condition that would significantly reduce the rope’s strength? • Is surface rust alone always enough to condemn a wire rope, or do standards usually look for measurable material loss? • Does paperwork expiration automatically mean the rope is unsafe, or does physical condition matter more for renewal/replacement decisions?

✅ Before You Answer

• Identify which choice shows loss of metal/cross‑section rather than just discoloration or dryness • Think about which condition is commonly used as a standard condemnation criterion in lifting/rigging practice • Consider whether administrative dates (certification) directly equal mandatory physical renewal of the rope