4
1.0 APPLICATIONS
1.1 PURPOSE: Personal Protective Equipment against falls from a height.
The adjustable Ladder Fall Arrest System (Ladder FAS) with Fall Protection
combines easy access to elevated work areas with fall protection from the ground
for the duration of the work being performed. Each unit includes two collapsible
masts. Each mast has an attachment point for the anchorage of a Personal Fall-
Arrest System (PFAS). The assembly can be moved by hand, by a forklift or towed
by a maintenance vehicle when equipped with proper accessories.
1.2 LIMITATIONS:
The following application limitations must be considered before
using this product. Failure to observe product limitations could result in serious
injury or death.
A. ASSEMBLY:
The ladder system must be assembled in accordance with the
requirements stated in the appropriate Instructions Manual for the product.
B. CAPACITY:
The maximum working load for this product is two persons with a
combined weight of 310 lbs. (141 kg) per person (per attachment point; see
Davit, Number 12 in Figure 1).
C. PERSONAL FALL ARREST SYSTEMS:
Personal fall arrest systems used with
the Ladder FAS must meet applicable state and federal regulations, or CE
regulations, and the requirements stated in Section 3.3.
D. PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS:
Use of this equipment in
areas with physical or environmental hazards may require that additional
precautions be taken to reduce the possibility of damage to this equipment
or injury to the user. Hazards may include, but are not limited to: high heat
(welding or metal cutting), acid or caustic chemicals, corrosive environments
such as exposure to seawater, high voltage power lines, explosive or toxic
gases, moving machinery or sharp edges. Contact DBI-SALA if you have
questions about the application of this equipment in areas where physical or
environmental hazards are present.
E. TRAINING:
This equipment is to be assembled, installed and used by persons
who have been trained in its correct application and use.
1.3
STANDARDS
: Refer to national standards, including the ANSI Z359 family of
standards .0, .1, .2, .3, and .4, local, state, and OSHA requirements for more
information on the application of this and associated equipment.
WARNING:
Do not alter or intentionally misuse this equipment.
WARNING:
It is essential for the safety of the user that if the Ladder Fall Arrest System (Ladder FAS)
is resold outside the original country of destination the reseller shall provide instructions for use,
maintenance, periodic examination and repair in the language of the country in which the product is to
be used.
MEDICAL WARNING:
Working at height has inherent risks. Some risks are noted here but
are not limited to the following: falling, suspension/prolonged suspension, striking objects, and
unconsciousness. In the event of a fall arrest and/or subsequent rescue (emergency) situation, some
personal medical conditions may affect your safety. Medical conditions identified as risky for this type
of activity include but are not limited to the following: heart disease, high blood pressure, vertigo,
epilepsy, drug or alcohol dependence, psychiatric illness, impaired limb function and balance issues. We
recommend that your employer/physician determine if you are fit to handle normal and emergency use
of this equipment.
