Inspection Procedure
CMC CLUTCH™ by Harken Industrial™
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Purpose / Intent
This procedure outlines the relevant checks of a detailed inspection for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
The detailed inspection should be performed at least once every 12 months and after any exceptional event(s)
that may occur during use of the product.
The inspector should be a competent person and have read and understood all parts of the Inspection
Procedure, Periodic PPE Inspection Form and User Manual.
The inspector should also stay informed of any changes to inspection requirements, the product and any related
recalls, and this documentation.
Required Materials to Perform the Inspection
CLUTCH User Manual
CLUTCH Periodic PPE Inspection Form
CLUTCH Inspection Procedure (this document)
A new, unused CLUTCH for comparison
2m of rope within the acceptable parameters for the CLUTCH (see inside of Moving Side Plate or CLUTCH User
Manual)
Documentation of product history from the user
Product History
The user should provide information regarding the lifecycle of the device. Of special importance are:
Date of purchase.
Date of first use.
Usage conditions and amount of use.
Reports on any exceptional event that the device may have experienced. Exceptional events include the
following:
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Dynamic events such as falls or fall arrest
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Overloading or improper use cases
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Improper storage, cleaning or transport
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Modifications made by parties other than the manufacturer
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Other exceptional events
Any PPE exhibiting unexpected wear or degradation must be quarantined and undergo a detailed inspection.
