Weight-Handling Equipment Reactivation

MIL-HDBK-1130

2.2.16

Elevators and Hoists. Counterweights that were removed or blocked

2.2.16.1

up should be returned to the original state. Check all cables for proper

tension. Lubricate all components in accordance with the manufacturer

literature. In addition, inspect all safety equipment, such as fire

extinguishers, limit stops, and safety hooks. Recertification of an elevator

may be required if the certificate has expired. The EFD will assist in this

process.

Cranes. All fluid and lubricant levels should be checked and

2.2.16.2

filled to the manufacturer's required levels. If the hydraulic fluid was

removed, replace it to the proper level. The rollers, roller path, kingpin,

collector ring assembly, boon-hinge pin, metal surfaces, moving contacts, and

any other parts that were coated during inactivation should be cleaned and

greased. Steam cranes should be filled with water, if necessary. Cranes

should then be tested using the applicable codes.

Special Construction or Historic Register. Buildings listed, or

2.2.17

eligible to be listed, on the Historic Register or those of a special or

unique construction require additional attention to inactivate. MO-913 ,

Historic Structures Preservation Manual, provides additional information

regarding the proper treatment of these buildings. For buildings of special

construction, be sure the unique facility features are incorporated into the

activity inactivation efforts and maintenance plan.

2.3

Structures

Tanks, Towers, and Platforms Inactivation

2.3.1

2.3.1.1

Water Storage Tanks. Tanks should be maintained and kept filled

with water. Leaks and damage to piping, hydrants, valves, and appurtenances

should be repaired. When hazards to personnel exist, surplus ground level and

underground tanks should be isolated from the water system and filled with

sand or earth.

2.3.1.2

Petroleum Facilities

General. When gasoline or oil remains in storage, the system

a)

must be maintained in operational condition. Except when

ballasting rubber-lined tanks, bulk quantities of gasoline

should not be left in inactive tanks, since gum will form. The

status should be plainly marked on each tank. All possible

sources of explosion should be removed. Follow the procedures

of MO-230, Maintenance and Operation of Petroleum Fuel

Facilities, when entering tanks or performing maintenance on

tanks.

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