JSP FAR0801, Instructions On Use, Care And Inspection

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LIMITATIONS
• Do not use if you have any medical conditions which could affect your safety in both normal and emergency use.
• The equipment shall only be used by a person trained and competent in its safe use.
• A rescue plan shall be in place to deal with any emergencies that could arise during work.
• Do not make any alterations or additions to the equipment without the manufacturer’s prior written consent.
• The equipment should not be used outside its limitation, or for any purpose other than that for which it is intended.
• The product should be the personal property of its user.
• Ensure the compatibility of items of equipment when assembled into a system.
• It is important to check before use for any dangers that may arise by the use of combinations of equipment in which the
safe function of any one item is affected by or interferes with the safe function of another.
• Carry out a pre-use check of the product, to ensure that it is in a serviceable condition & operates correctly before it is used.
• Withdraw from use any equipment where there is any doubt about its condition for safe use or if it has been used to
arrest a fall. Do not use again until it is confirmed by a competent person.
• The flexible anchor line shall be connected to an anchor point correctly ensuring that the anchor device is strong
enough & has a minimum strength of 12kN for metal & 18kN for textile & the anchor point should be situated above the
user’s head. The connection of anchorage line to the anchorage point should be fail proof.
• When intended to be used in a fall arrest systems, it is essential for safety that the anchor device or anchor point
should always be positioned and the work carried out in such a way as to minimise both the pendulum and the potential
fall distance. When the fall arrest system must be placed above the position of the user, the manufacturer shall make a
statement to that effect.
• When intended to be used in fall arrest systems, it is essential for safety to verify the free space required beneath
the user at the workplace before each use, so that in case of a fall there will be no collision with the ground or other
obstacle in the fall path. It should be min. 3 metres below the feet of the user with this product.
• Be aware of hazards that may affect the performance or cause failure of the equipment, such as::
• extreme temperatures (below -15°C and above +50°C)
• aggressive environmental conditions including sand & grit, cement, hot surfaces, naked flames, welding splatter,
sparks, electrical conductivity
• contact with: sharp edges, abrasive surfaces, chemicals
• Immediately stop using the product if it is exposed to any of the above or is damaged in any way until it has been
inspected by a competent person.
• It is essential for the safety of the user that if the product is re-sold outside the original country of destination the
reseller shall provide instructions for use, for maintenance, for periodic examination and for repair in the language of
the country in which the product is to be used.
COMPATIBILITY
The fall arrestor shall only be used within a fall arrest system according to EN 363 in combination with a full body harness
conforming to EN 361 and connectors conforming to EN 362.
The instructions for use for the individual components are to be observed.
Also ensure that the harness has an attachment point located appropriately in relation to the fall arrester. Use the fall arrester
only with the Anchorage Line supplied by the manufacturer. Do not use rope from any other source.
LIFETIME
The maximum life span of the product is 10 years from the date of manufacture. The life span greatly depends upon the
conditions of usage of the product. Products must be inspected at least once a year by a trained and competent person.
If in any doubts, please contact JSP Safety.
STORAGE AND TRANSPORT
The Personal Protective Equipment must be transported in a package that protects against moisture, mechanical, chemical
and thermal attack. Store in a cool dry place. Avoid humid & acidic environment for storage.
MAINTENANCE
If the product becomes damaged, it will NOT provide the optimum level of protection, and therefore it should be immediately
replaced or repaired. Never use the damaged product. Repairing is permitted, provided that it is either done by the
manufacturer or a competent repair centre or individual approved by the JSP. Proper maintenance of the equipment is
essential for its successful performance.
Regular cleaning is essential:
• In case of minor soiling, wipe with cotton cloth or soft brush. Do not use abrasive material. For intensive
cleaning, it can be washed with water using neutral detergents (pH7). Do not use acid or basic detergents.
Strictly follow the cleaning procedure as mentioned.
• If the fall arrester becomes wet, it should be allowed to dry naturally & kept away from direct heat.