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Form No: 5903917 Rev: D
3M™ DBI-SALA
®
RoofSafe Anchor and Cable System
Pre-Use & In Use Checks
Section 15.0
15.1 Personal Protective Equipment
Equipment should be certified and marked to the appropriate national standard, always refer to the manufactures instructions for use.
Always wear a full body harness. Examine harnesses, lanyards, self-retracting lifelines or controlled rate descent devices in accordance
with their manufacturer’s instructions to ascertain if they are serviceable. If in doubt do not use them. If these items have been subjected
to a fall they must be serviced or discarded. When not in use these articles need to be stored in a clean, cool, dry area, free from chemical
fumes or corrosive elements. Direct sunlight, heat, steam, undue vibration and sharp implements must also be avoided. Preferably, fall
arrest equipment like this should, when not required for use, be kept in dedicated cabinets which permit adequate ventilation.
15.2 3M™ DBI-SALA
®
RoofSafe Cable System Grab
Check the UniGrab before use for any damage. Any damage should be reported to the Installer and the device removed from service
until it has been inspected. If a fall has occurred on the UniGrab, the device should be removed from service until it has been inspected.
The UniGrab can only be put back in to service after it has been approved in writing by a 3M Fall Protection certified Installer
3M Fall Protection recommend that only the supplied 3M Fall Protection carabiner be used with the UniGrab.
Before attaching to the 3M DBI-SALA RoofSafe Cable system:
1. Check that the slot does not exceed 6.1 mm.
2. Check that the UniGrab cannot be opened when the carabiner is attached to the UniGrab.
4.5 mm to 6.1 mm
If in doubt.
Ask.
UniGrab
15.3 Compatibility of Components
Prior to accessing the system the user should always inspect the system label and certificate in order to confirm:
• The correct user equipment is being used (including lanyard length)
• The maximum number of users is not exceeded
• The system certification is valid. The system should be certified yearly. If this has not been done the user should not use the system
• Check that the ground clearance is still the same as detailed on the system label and that there is no risk of collision in the event
of a fall – including swing fall (pendulum fall) hazards.
If possible before attaching to the system, carry out a visual inspection. Check that there are no obvious signs of damage to the system,
such as breaks, kinks or excessive sag in the cable or damaged brackets. Turn the disc attached to the tensioner. If the disk does not
turn, contact your Installer for advice. Check the legibility of all markings on any part of the system and the users PPE.
If any of the above is questionable do not use the System and report to a Certified 3M Fall Protection Installer.
Only use connectors that are suitable to each application. Ensure all connections are compatible in size, shape and strength.
Do not use equipment that is not compatible. Contact 3M Fall Protection if you have any questions about compatibility.
Form No: 5903917 Rev: D