Which tag detail is included on alloy steel chain slings but not on welded chain slings?

• A. Reach
• B. Manufacturer's name
• C. Length
• D. Serial number

Answer: (A)

The important idea here is that tag information communicates how to use a sling safely in different configurations. For alloy steel chain slings, the load rating can change with how far the load is from the sling’s bearing point, which is described by the reach. Since alloy chain slings are often used in multiple reaches and setups, the tag includes this reach measurement to tell you exactly which configuration the rated capacity applies to. Welded chain slings, on the other hand, have a fixed geometry and don’t require a reach specification on the tag, so this detail isn’t included there. Other common tag details like the manufacturer’s name, length, and serial number appear on both types, but reach is the piece that differentiates the alloy steel slings.