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SYSTEM 

LIMITATIONS

Must be read prior to use

1.  Only to be used by competent persons with proof of 

training by a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) in 
the use of height safety and fall protection systems.

2.  Harness gear is susceptible to deterioration when 

exposed to chemicals or hazardous environments and 
must be approved by the manufacturer for use in these 
applications.

3.  Operators of this system must be connected via a 

lanyard with a personal energy absorber in accordance 
to Australian and New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 1891.1.

4.  Kattsafe static line not to be used on slopes/roof pitches 

exceeding 30° or used for twin rope access (abseil) 
applications.

5.  Do not exceed maximum number of users/persons 

per span. See specific system data plate for user 
configuration.

6.  Only one person to be connected to the traveller at any 

one time (max 120kg user weight)

7.  The traveller is only to be used with the proprietary 

carabiner provided.

8.  The traveller is not to be used in the inverted position as 

a severe load could cause failure of the traveller causing 
injury or death.

9.  The traveller is not certified to be used on any other static 

line system other than the Kattsafe cable system.

10.  Do not exceed maximum number of users/persons 

per system. See specific system data plate for user 
configuration.

11.  The Kattsafe static line is not to be used for rope access 

(abseil) anchorage.

12.  Do not tamper with system components.

13.  This system is not to be used for tethering or lifting 

machinery or equipment.

14.  The safety system must be recertified by a competent 

height safety inspector as recommended:

 

– Non corrosive/mild environment – 12 monthly

 

– Corrosive/harsh environment – 6 monthly (more frequent 

inspection may be required).

Kattsafe recommends that persons using fall arrest 
systems do not work alone in case of an emergency 
and help is required.

Should any part of the system/equipment have 
been subjected to abnormal loading, use must 
be discontinued until replaced/recertified by a 
competent height safety inspector.

Copyright, trademarks and product codes are property of Kattsafe. Patents and 
design registrations may apply to these products.

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Kattsafe / Static line / Operation manual

Summary of Contents for SL1

Page 1: ...STATIC LINES OPERATIONMANUAL...

Page 2: ...level of safety for workmen and maintenance personnel requiring safe access to plant and equipment Find all related products and resources on our website kattsafe com au Operation manual Static lines...

Page 3: ...gn Kattsafe recommendations fulfill current workplace requirements for the safety of building maintenance subcontractors employees and the general public For more information please contact Kattsafe k...

Page 4: ...ring maintenance Energy absorber Designed to deploy under excessive load limiting forces on the system and operator Traveller Providing smooth operation along the cable for the operator and the fail s...

Page 5: ...e used if there is any deterioration or deformation of components or the structure to which the system is attached 9 If the safety system is damaged or has arrested a fall discontinue use until it has...

Page 6: ...ition as a severe load could cause failure of the traveller causing injury or death 9 The traveller is not certified to be used on any other static line system other than the Kattsafe cable system 10...

Page 7: ...line system must be used with a tear web energy absorbing lanyard connected to fall arrest point of harness Ensure harness gear serviceability dates are current Step 3 Approach system from a safe zone...

Page 8: ...latch to open position Step 7 Place traveller over cable Step 8 Flip traveller over and slide latch to closed position Copyright trademarks and product codes are property of Kattsafe Patents and desig...

Page 9: ...tighten gate then loosen by half a turn Do not attempt to use the traveller upside down Should access to the opposite side of the line be required the traveller must be removed and reattached correctl...

Page 10: ...rage using the carabiner Step 16 When disconnecting from the system return to the static line keeping the rope line tensioned Ensure there is no slack in the rope line User must remain in restraint at...

Page 11: ...isation s procedures on reporting completion of work Any damage to harness gear or anchorage system during use must be reported to the workplace manager and removed or tagged out of service until rece...

Page 12: ...ll edge Incorrect rope line length Slack rope line between the user and the anchor will result in a free fall causing severe injury or death Copyright trademarks and product codes are property of Katt...

Page 13: ...essive wear or noticeable damage including cracks or burrs Inspect the sliding gate for proper operation The gate must operate smoothly and not allow the traveller to be removed from the cable when th...

Page 14: ...the safe use and maintenance of this system Component Inspection criteria Pass Y N Corrective action Completion date End stanchion Fixings to structure secure min 3 fixings to purlin 9 fixings to roof...

Page 15: ...attached to end stanchions No visible damage System traveller Slide latch operates freely Gap between tongue shuttle inner casing when closed and latched with carabiner 5mm maximum Carabiner fits sec...

Page 16: ...tandards AS NZS 1891 2 2001 and AS NZS 1891 4 2009 limiting the force on the anchor and operator to a maximum of 6kN Harness connectors must support at least 15kN Non compatible connectors may uninten...

Page 17: ...with the approved Kattsafe traveller device and harness system with energy absorber as per AS NZS1891 1 2009 and AS NZS1891 4 2009 Compliance Kattsafe static lines are designed to conform with requir...

Page 18: ...ds travellers fall arrestors etc will void warranty Systems components used for purposes other than their intended use will void warranty General wear and tear is expected and will depend on the frequ...

Page 19: ...ustralia 1300 301 755 sales kattsafe com au kattsafe com au Find all related products and resources on our website kattsafe com au Operation manual Static lines Installation manual Static lines Produc...

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