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Inspection
A pre-use inspection must be conducted before
each use, but need not be recorded. If the
equipment is stored, used and maintained in the
correct conditions as described in this manual,
a thorough inspection by competent person
every 12 months or 3 months if kept in offshore
or corrosive environments must be conducted
and recorded in the inspection log.
See Inspection Log on page 10
More frequent thorough inspections are
recommended depending on conditions of use,
storage and maintenance. If the equipment fails
inspection it must be removed from service
immediately and must be safely discarded. In
addition local regulations in regard to inspection
must be followed.
Thorough inspections MUST be recorded in
inspection log in instruction manual and on
equipment inspection grid label if applicable.
The CP must sign their initials in the box
corresponding to the month and year the
inspection took place. During inspection,
consider all applications and hazards the
equipment has been subjected to. Ensure
that equipment certification is current before
use, this equipment must only be repaired
by a competent person authorized by the
manufacturer. Separate inspection logs must
be used for each lanyard. All inspection records
must be made visible and available to all users
at all times.
During inspection, consider all applications and
hazards the equipment has been subjected to.
Ensure that equipment certification is current
before use, this equipment must only be
repaired by a competent person authorized by
the manufacturer.
User must inspect prior to EACH use,
if equipment fails inspection it must be
immediately removed from service and safely
discarded or repaired.
Pre-use/Thorough Inspection:
Device
Check the user instruction markings/
labeling are clear and legible. Main
body must be intact and shows no signs
of deficiencies such as those listed
previously.
Lifeline
Inspect the entire length of lifeline for
cuts abrasions and wear marks. Ensure
that the webbing/rope (if applicable)
is free from cuts, abrasion, excessive
heating/soiling, wear marks, broken
stitching, fraying and reinforcement (if
applicable) is present.
Function Test
Ensure the release lever operates
smoothly and automatically returns to
the locked position. Check the release
lever allows rope to pass through when in
the unlocked position and holds the rope
securely when in the locked position.
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