On a roundsling, the rated load is indicated by the color of its cover.

On a roundsling, the rated load is indicated by the color of its cover.

• A. Consistency
• B. Shape
• C. Color
• D. Size

Answer: (C)

Roundslings use a color-coded outer cover to show their working load limit. That color code is designed so you can quickly and safely pick a sling that can handle the lift without having to read a detailed chart every time. The exact load rating is also listed on the sling’s tag and can vary by manufacturer, so you should confirm the specific color-to-WLL mapping on the maker’s chart for that product. While the sling’s size or shape influences capacity, those attributes don’t serve as the quick-reference indicator; the cover color is the standard signal of the rated load.

Roundslings use a color-coded outer cover to show their working load limit. That color code is designed so you can quickly and safely pick a sling that can handle the lift without having to read a detailed chart every time. The exact load rating is also listed on the sling’s tag and can vary by manufacturer, so you should confirm the specific color-to-WLL mapping on the maker’s chart for that product. While the sling’s size or shape influences capacity, those attributes don’t serve as the quick-reference indicator; the cover color is the standard signal of the rated load.