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Store units tagged as “UNUSABLE” in a clearly marked area to prevent inadvertent use. Inspect any unit that has been stored for an extended time
in accordance with the procedures detailed in Section 7.
7. INSPECTION
7.1 Before Each Use:
Perform an inspection before each use in accordance with the SRD Inspection Recommendations in Table 2, and Guidelines
for Cable SRD Inspection in Table 3. See paragraph 7.4.
7.2 Inspection Frequency:
OSHA 1910.66, OSHA 1926.502, and ANSI Z359.14 require an inspection by the Authorized Person before each use. In
addition, an inspection by a Competent Person at regular intervals is required. The competent person will use the information in the Inspection
Interval Table to determine the inspection frequency. See Table 3.
7.3 Inspection Guidelines:
Use the Inspection Guidelines provided in Table 3 to inspect the SRD. See Figure 7 for constituent line inspection.
7.4 Inspection Results:
If an inspection reveals defects in or damage to the equipment, inadequate maintenance or activated fall force indicators,
mark as “UNUSABLE”, and remove the equipment from service.
7.5 Inspection Document:
Record inspection results on the Inspection Record provided in Appendix B, or on a similar document.
8. LABELS
The labels must be present and legible.
