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4.0 USE
WARNING:
Do not alter or intentionally misuse this equipment. Consult 3M Fall Protection when using this
equipment in combination with components or subsystems other than those described in this manual. Some
subsystem and component combinations may interfere with the operation of this equipment. Use caution when
using this equipment around moving machinery, electrical hazards, chemical hazards, sharp edges, or overhead
materials that may fall onto the lifeline. Do not loop the lifeline around small structural members. Failure to heed
this warning may result in equipment malfunction, serious injury, or death.
WARNING:
Consult your doctor if there is reason to doubt your fitness to safely absorb the shock from a fall
arrest. Age and fitness seriously affect a worker’s ability to withstand falls. Pregnant women or minors must not
use self retracting lifelines.
4.1 BEFORE EACH USE:
Before each use of this fall protection equipment carefully inspect it to assure it is
in good working condition. Check for worn or damaged parts. Ensure all fasteners are present and secure.
Check that the lifeline is retracting properly by pulling out the line and allowing it to slowly retract. If there
is any hesitation in retraction, remove the SRL from service, mark
“UNUSABLE”,
and dispose of in the
recommended manner (see
“Section 5.4 - Disposal”
). Inspect the lifeline for cuts, frays, burns, crushing and
corrosion. Check locking action by pulling sharply on the line. See Section 5 for inspection details.
4.2 AFTER A FALL:
Any equipment which has been subjected to the forces of arresting a fall or exhibits
damage consistent with the effect of fall arrest forces as described in Section 5, must be removed from
service immediately, marked
“UNUSABLE”,
and disposed of in the recommended manner (see
“Section 5.4 -
Disposal”
).
4.3 BODY SUPPORT:
A full body harness must be worn when using Rebel SRLs. For general fall protection use,
connect to the back (dorsal) D-ring. For situations such as ladder climbing, it may be useful to connect to
the front of the harness above the worker’s center of gravity. This is acceptable provided potential free fall is
less than 2 ft. (61 cm) and footing can be easily regained.
IMPORTANT:
Do not use a body belt for free fall applications. See OSHA 1926.502 for guidelines.
4.4 MAKING CONNECTIONS:
Figure 8 illustrates harness and anchorage connections for Rebel SRL Fall Arrest
Systems. When using a hook to make a connection, ensure roll-out cannot occur (see Figure 4). Do not use
hooks or connectors that will not completely close over the attachment object. Do not use non-locking snap
hooks. The anchorage must meet the anchorage strength requirements stated in section 2.3. Follow the
manufacturer’s instructions supplied with each system component.
4.5 OPERATION:
Prior to use, inspect the SRL as described in section 5.0. Figure 8 shows system connections
for typical Rebel SRL applications. Connect the Rebel SRL to a suitable anchorage or mount the SRL on
the back of a Full Body Harness per the instruction in Section 3. On anchorage connected SRLs, connect
the Hook or Carabiner on the Load Indicator to the Dorsal D-Ring on the Full Body Harness. On harness
mounted SRLs, connect the Hook or Carabiner to a suitable anchorage. Ensure connections are compatible
in size, shape, and strength. Ensure hooks are fully closed and locked. Once attached, the worker is free to
move about within the recommended working area at normal speeds. If a fall occurs the SRL will lock and
arrest the fall. Upon rescue, remove the SRL from use. When working with an SRL, always allow the lifeline
to recoil back into the device under control.
WARNING:
Do not tie or knot the lifeline. Avoid lifeline contact with sharp or abrasive surfaces. Inspect
the lifeline frequently for cuts, fraying, burns, or signs of chemical damage. Dirt, contaminants, and water
can lower dielectric properties of the lifeline. Use caution near power lines.
4.6 TWIN LEG INTERFACE 100% TIE-OFF:
When two Rebel SRLs are mounted side-by-side on the back of
a Full Body Harness, the SRL Fall Arrest System can be used for continuous fall protection (100 % tie-off)
while ascending, descending, or moving laterally (see Figure 9). With the Lifeline Leg of one SRL attached
to an anchorage point, the worker can move to a new location, attach the unused Lifeline Leg of the other
SRL to another anchorage point, and then disconnect from the original anchorage point. The sequence is
repeated until the worker reaches the desired location. Considerations for twin leg 100% tie-off applications
include the following:
• Connection of each Lifeline Leg to a separate anchorage point is acceptable (Figure 9).
• Never connect more than one person at a time to the Twin-Leg system (Figure 10).
• Do not allow the Lifelines to become tangled or twisted together as this may prevent them from
retracting.
• Do not allow any lifeline to pass under arms or between legs during use.
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