Master links, shackles, wire rope, and all other rigging hardware must be capable of supporting at least _______ times the maximum intended load without failure.
Master links, shackles, wire rope, and all other rigging hardware must be capable of supporting at least five times the maximum intended load without failure.
Explanation:
To ensure safety in the cases of emergency during adventure sports, rock climbing, mountaineering, rappling sports, etc., it is mandatory to have reliable equipment.
It is advised that the equipment put to use should be strong enough to bear at least five times the weight that it is expected to take.
