RGSS58
WARNING:
Use of equipment in unintended applications may
Personal Fall Arrest:
RGSS58 may be used to support a
result in serious injury or death. Maximum 1 attachment per
MAXIMUM 1 Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS) for use in Fall
connection point.
Arrest applications. Structure must withstand loads applied in the
directions permitted by the system of at least 15kN.
Personal Fall Arrest: RGSS58 may be used in Personal Fall Arrest
applications to support a MAXIMUM 1 Personal Fall Arrest System
Restraint
: RGSS58 may be used in Restraint applications.
(PFAS). Structure must withstand loads applied in the directions
Restraint systems prevent workers from reaching the leading edge
permitted by the system of at least 5,000 lbs.
of a fall hazard. Always account for fully deployed length of
lanyard/SRL. Structure must withstand loads applied in the
Restraint: VLA may be used in Restraint applications. Restraint
directions permitted by the system of at least 15kN. No free fall is
systems prevent workers from reaching the leading edge of a fall
permitted.
hazard. Always account for fully deployed length of lanyard/ VLA.
Structure must withstand loads applied in the directions permitted.
For all applications: worker weight capacity range (including
Restraint system may only be used on surfaces with slopes up to
all clothing, tools, and equipment) is 310 lbs.
4/12 (vertical horizontal). Applicable D-rings:
NEVER for simultaneous use in Fall Arrest and Restraint
For all applications: worker weight capacity range (including all
Swing Falls:
Prior to installation or use, make considerations for
clothing, tools, and equipment) is 130-310 lbs.
eliminating or minimizing all swing fall hazards. Swing falls occur
VLA: Inspection
when the anchor is not directly above the location where a fall
occurs. Always work as close to in line with the anchor point as
KEEP INSTRUCTIONS AVAILABLE FOR REFERENCE.
possible. Swing falls significantly increase the likelihood of serious
injury or death in the event of a fall.
Record date of first use
Compatibility:
When making connections with RGSS58,
Prior to each use, inspect the VLA for deficiencies, including, but not
eliminate all possibility of roll-out. Roll-out occurs when interference
limited to, corrosion, deformation, pits, burrs, rough surfaces, sharp
between a hook and the attachment point causes the hook gate to
edges, cracking, rust, paint buildup, excessive heating, alteration,
unintentionally open and release. All connections must be selected
broken stitching, fraying, bird caging, and missing or illegible labels.
and deemed compatible with RGSS58 by a Competent Person.
IMMEDIATELY remove VLA from service if defects or damage are
found, or if exposed to forces of fall arrest.
Ensure that applicable work area is free of all damages, including,
but not limited to debris, rot, rust, decay, cracking, and hazardous
materials. Ensure that selected work area will support the
application–specific minimum loads set forth in this instruction
manual. Work area must be stable.
At least every 6 months, a competent person other than the user must
inspect VLAs. Competent Person inspection MUST be recorded in
instruction manual and on equipment inspection grid label. The
Competent Person must sign their initials in the box corresponding
to the month and year the inspection took place.
During inspection, consider all application
INSPECTION
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KEEP INSTRUCTIONS AVAILABLE FOR REFERENCE.
Record Date of First Use
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Prior to EACH use, inspect RGSS58 for deficiencies,
including, but not limited to, corrosion, deformation, pits, burrs,
rough surfaces, sharp edges, cracking, rust, paint buildup,
excessive heating, alteration, broken stitching, fraying, bird-
caging, and missing or illegible labels. IMMEDIATELY remove
RGSS58 from service if defects or damage are found, or if
exposed to forces of fall arrest.
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Ensure that applicable work area is free of all damage,
including, but not limited to, debris, rot, rust, decay, cracking,
and hazardous materials. Ensure that selected work area will
support the application-specific minimum loads set forth in this
instruction manual. Work area MUST be stable.
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At least every 6 months, a Competent Person other than the
user must inspect RGSS58.
Competent Person
inspections MUST be recorded in inspection log in
instruction manual and on equipment inspection grid
label. The Competent Person must sign their initials in the
box corresponding to the month and year the inspection
took place.
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During inspection, consider all applications and hazards
RGSS58 have been subjected to.
PRODUCT SPECIFIC APPLICATIONS
WARNING:
Use of equipment in unintended applications may
result in serious injury or death. Maximum 1 attachment per
connection point
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Markings
The Fall Arrester is marked with :
(i) Identification of the
manufacturer
(ii) Type or product code & Ref. No
(iii) Batch No / Year of Manufacture
(iv) Read the manufacturer's
instruction before use.
(v) Minimum Breaking Strength
UP
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16mm
(5/8" dia)
Polyester/PP
ANSI Z359.1-07
RGSS58
