![]() ![]() If any of the above are noted, the rope should be retired from service. Using a bare hand, feel for variations in size (bulging) and hard or soft spots that could indicate damage to the core (necking) or rope that has been overstressed. The tactile inspection should be done with tension on the rope.Look for areas of abrasion or cuts in the sheath where the core fibers are exposed or enough of the sheath is worn that its ability to protect the core is compromised. ![]() These areas should receive additional scrutiny during the tactile inspection. ![]()
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