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3.0 INSTALLATION
3.1 PLANNING:
Plan your fall protection system before starting your work. Account for all factors that may affect your
safety before, during, and after a fall. Consider all requirements and limitations defined in Section 1 & 2.
3.2 ANCHORAGE:
Figure 10 illustrates Anchorage Connector anchorage. Select an anchorage location with minimal
free fall and swing fall hazards (see Section 2). Select a rigid anchorage point capable of sustaining the static loads
defined in Section 2.
3.3 INSTALLING THE ANCHORAGE CONNECTOR:
A. Place the Anchorage Connector over the anchorage with the labels facing out, directly on solid anchorage
structure through inner section of the sling as shown in Figure 7.A
B. With the Anchorage Connector positioned on the anchorage, pass one sling end through the other as shown in
Figure 7.B. Slide the one sling end up to the anchorage, over the webbing. Pull the second sling end down to take
up slack that was made by moving the first sling end up.
C. The free ends hanging below the anchorage, both end connected to anchorage connector.
See
Figure 7.C.
Multiple passes of the Anchorage Connector around the anchorage may be made to shorten the length.
The anchorage connector must be tight against the anchoring structure. Do not leave slack in the
Anchorage Connector, this may increase the free fall distance in the event of a fall
.
;
Do not make any knots on the Anchorage Connector. The connecting subsystem must be connected to straight
sling only. Knots reduces the strenght of Anchorage Connector significantly. See Figure 8.
3.4 CONNECT TO THE ANCHORAGE CONNECTOR:
Connect to the installed Anchorage Connector with a self locking
snap hook or self locking carabiner only. Do not use a knot to connect a lifeline to the anchorage connector. Do not
pass lanyard or lifeline through the sling (see Figure 9). Ensure connections are fully closed and locked. See Figure
10 for connection of typical fall arrest or restraint equipment to the anchorage connector. When using an energy
absorbing lanyard, connect the energy absorber “pack” end to the harness. Ensure self retracting lifeline is positioned
so that retraction is not hindered. Always protect lifeline or lanyard from abrading against sharp or abrasive surfaces
in your work area. Ensure all connections are compatible in size, shape, and strength. Never connect more than one
personal protective system to a single anchorage connector.
A.
(1) Anchorage, (2) Anchorage Connector, (3) Connector, (4) SRD
.
B.
(1) Anchorage, (2) Anchorage Connector, (3) Shock Absorber Lanyard
.
C.
(1) Anchorage, (2) Anchorage Connector, (3) Shock Absorber Lanyard, (4) Rope Grab, (5) Vertical Lifeline
4.0 OPERATION
;
First time or infrequent users of Anchorage Connectors should review the “Safety Information” at the beginning
of this manual prior to use of the Anchorage Connector.
4.1 WORKER INSPECTION:
Before each use, inspect the Anchorage Connector per the inspection checklist
in the In
spection and Maintenance Log (Table 2)
. If inspection reveals an unsafe condition or indicates the
Anchorage Connector has been subjected to any damage or fall forces, the Anchorage Connector must be removed
from service and destroyed.
4.2 AFTER A FALL:
Any Anchorage Connector which has been subjected to the forces of arresting a fall or exhibits
damage consistent with the effects of fall arrest forces as described in the
Inspection and Maintenance
Log (Table 2)
must be removed from service immediately and destroyed.
4.3 EDGE TESTED LANYARD:
The specified equipment (see Figure 1) is qualified for use over burr free steel edge with
a radius (r) of 0,5 mm (0,02 in.). Similar edges can be found on: rolled steel profi les, wooden beams, or clad or
rounded roof parapets. However, the following shall be considered when the equipment is used in a horizontal or
transverse arrangement and a risk of fall from a height over an edge exists:
•
If the risk assessment carried out before the start of the work shows that the edge is very “sharp” and/or not
“free of burrs” (such as in the case of an unclad roof parapet, a rusty girder, or a concrete edge):
Relevant
measures shall be taken before the start of the work to prevent a fall over the edge; or before the start of work,
an edge protection shall be mounted; or the manufacturer shall be contacted.
•
The anchor point may only be situated at the same height as the edge at which a fall might occur or above the
edge.
•
The angle of redirection of the lanyard at the edge at which a fall might occur (measured between the two sides
formed by the redirection lanyard) shall be at least 90 degrees.
•
To reduce the potential for a fall ending in a pendulum movement, the working area or lateral movement on
either side of the center axis shall be limited to a maximum of 1,50 m (4,92 ft.).
