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• it is obligatory to verify the free space required beneath the user at the workplace before each
occasion of use the fall arrest system, so that, in the case of a fall, there will be no collision with the
ground or other obstacle in the fall path. The required value of the free space should be taken from
instruction manual of used equipment.
• there are many hazards that may affect the performance of the equipment and corresponding safety
precautions that have to be observed during equipment utilization, especially: - trailing or looping
of lanyards or lifelines over sharp edges, - any defects like cutting, abrasion, corrosion, - climatic
exposure, - pendulum falls, - extremes of temperature, - chemical reagents, - electrical conductivity.
• personal protective equipment must be transported in the package (e.g.: bag made of moistu-
re-proof textile or foil bag or cases made of steel or plastic) to protect it against damage or moisture.
• the equipment can be cleaned without causing adverse effect on the materials in the manufacture
of the equipment. For textile products use mild detergents for delicate fabrics, wash by hand or in
a machine and rinse in water. For energy absorbers use only a damp cloth to wipe away dirt. It's
forbidden to immerse energy absorbers into the water. Plastic parts can be cleaned only with water.
When the equipment becomes wet, either from being in use or when due cleaning, it shall be allowed
to dry naturally, and shall be kept away from direct heat. In metallic products some mechanic parts
(spring, pin, hinge, etc.) can be regularly slightly lubricated to ensure better operation.
• personal protective equipment should be stored loosely packed, in a well-ventilated place, protected
from direct light, ultraviolet degradation, damp environment, sharp edges, extreme temperatures and
corrosive or aggressive substances.
• Using the harness in connection with personal protective equipment agains falls from a height must
be compatible with manual instructions of this equipment and obligatory standards:
- EN353-1, EN353-2, EN355, EN354, EN360 - for the fall arrest systems;
- EN362 - for the connectors;
- EN1496, EN341 - for rescue devices;
- EN795 - for anchor devices.
Notified body for EU type examination according to PPE Regulation 2016/425:
APAVE SUD EUROPE SAS (no 0082) CS 60193 - F13322 MARSEILLE CEDEX 16 -FRANCE
Notified body for production control:
(APAVE SUD EUROPE SAS (no 0082) CS 60193 - F13322 MARSEILLE CEDEX 16 -FRANCE
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