RFP Inst -Warn (Rev. 02/11/19)
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Installing RFP Lifeline Flag:
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Follow section D above to install the RFP lifeline flag(s) onto the re-direct line(s).
Inspect Prior To Each Use:
Inspection should occur prior to each use by the user and at a minimum of once a year by a competent
person. Carefully inspect for indications of wear, deterioration, or impact loading. The inspection should include, but not be limited
to, inspecting for:
Rope Inspection:
Inspection of your rope should be a continuous process of observation before, during, and after each use.
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Inspect rope for signs of excessive wear, abrasions, broken or pulled strands, burns, cuts, frayed strands, hockling, ice buildup
,
kinks, knots
in any
given area of the rope. A pulled strand should be re-threaded into the rope if possible, otherwise it may snag
on a foreign object during use.
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Both inner and outer fibers contribute to the ropes strength. If either is worn, the rope will naturally be weakened.
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Inconsistent texture or stiff areas of rope indicate excessive dirt or grit embedded in the rope or rope has been exposed to a
shock load. A hard or compacted rope indicates reduced strength.
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Inconsistent diameter (flat areas, bumps, or lumps)
indicates core or internal damage from overloading or shock loading.
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With use, all ropes become dirty. Inspect for areas of discoloration that could have been caused by chemical contamination and
may result in the rope becoming brittle or stiff.
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Glossy or glazed areas that generally indicate signs of heat damage.
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Rope cover is not damaged, missing or torn, splicing, whipping is in place, stitching is free of defects and stitched eyes have a
protective cover (shrink tube) over the stitching.
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Contrasting color warning center / core is exposed
If any evidence of wear, deterioration or impact loading as outlined is observed, immediately cease use, destroy the product and
replace it with new equipment. Should any unusual conditions not outlined above be observed, or you have reasonable doubt about
a particular condition, remove the equipment from service and notify your Supervisor, Safety Director or contact Buckingham Mfg.
for clarification.
See photos below for rope examples displaying a variety of conditions indicated above:
Pulled Strand Broken or Cut Strands Inconsistent Diameter / Compacted Area
Melted / Glossy or Glazed Strands Excessive Abrasion / Wear
Contrasting Core visible
Carabiner - Inspect to ensure:
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Component is free of cracks, distortion, corrosion, or nicks.
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The locking gate operates freely and smoothly, and automatically returns to the locked position (Note: Light oil lubrication
such
as WD-
40™ may be used in pivoting areas)
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5004BQ1 BuckArrester Mobile Fall Arrester (MFA)
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Inspect to ensure:
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Component is free of cracks, distortion, corrosion, or nicks.
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The arrow on the BuckArrester is pointing to the anchor / top of ladder.
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Proper operation of the device.
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Refer to these as well as the Mobile Fall Arrester Instructions and Warnings for component Inst / Warn.
