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Working load limit
Also known as WLL, rated capacity.
The maximum load a component is authorized to support in a specified application and configuration.
Safety notes
- WLL is not breaking strength; use the manufacturer marking and governing standard, account for angles, environment, wear, dynamics, and the weakest component in the load path.
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
WLL is not breaking strength; use the manufacturer marking and governing standard, account for angles, environment, wear, dynamics, and the weakest component in the load path.
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Sources
- Published Technical Standards · Entertainment Services and Technology Association
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs · Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.