STRUCTURAL
Bridges and Trestles-Continued
n Painted Surfaces:
rust
corrosion
scaling
peeling
wrinkling
alligatoring
chalking
fading
complete loss of paint
5.2.6 Brows and Gangways: Comply with all current safety precautions. Check
for:
n Abnormal deflection or side sway:
n Steel and Aluminum Structural Members:
rust
corrosion
loose
missing
bent
buckled
broken
n Steel and Aluminum Flooring Members:
mechanical damage
excessive wear
slippery walking surfaces
n
Handrails (or cables) and Stanchions:
damaged or loose members and fittings
wire rope for looseness
frayed or broken strands
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