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safe;
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prepare a rescue plan to deal with any emergen-
cies possibly arising while the device is being used,
- make sure that work is done in such way as to re-
duce potential falls and relevant heights to a mini-
mum,
- make sure that the fall arrest systems conform to
the EN 363 standard, and especially that:
- the anchor point conforms to the EN 795 norm,
guarantees minimum strength of 10 kN and is
placed preferably above the user,
- that the parts being used are suitable and certified
conforming to the standards applicable to the spe-
cific works at a height that you are going to perform.
Important: A fall arrest device mandatorily requires the
use of a complete harness as per applicable norms.
3 – MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Product maintenance consists of:
- cleaning : frequently wash the product with lukewarm
(max. 40°C) drinking-water where necessary, you can
also add some gentle detergent. Rinse and leave to dry
naturally away from direct sources of heat, do not cen-
trifuge.
- disinfection (if necessary): soak the product for an hour
in lukewarm water adding disinfectant, then rinse again
with drinking-water, dry and lubricate. Avoid autoclave
sterilization for textiles.
- lubrication (for metallic products only): frequently lubri-
cate the mobile parts with silicone based oil. Avoid con-
tact between oil and textile parts. This job must be done
after cleaning and completely drying.
Storage: after cleaning, drying and lubrication place the
loose equipment in a dry (40-90% relative humidity), fresh
(temperature 5-40°C) and safe (avoid U.V. radiation)
place, chemically neutral (absolutely avoid salty environs),
away from sharp edges, sources of heat, dampness, cor-
rosive substances or other possible detrimental condi-
tions.
Do not store when wet!
4 – PERIODIC INSPECTIONS
We would also strongly advise having pre and post use
controls carried out by qualified persons. Unless other-
wise specified by stricter provisions of law, it is recom-
mended to have a qualified person (trained and
authorised by the manufacturer) to perform an accurate
product inspection on an annual basis. Periodic inspec-
tions results shall be recorded in the product control card.
A control card shall be provided for each component, sub-
system and system (please find a sample attached). Pe-
riodic inspections shall as well check that product marks
are clearly legible.
5 – REPAIR
Repair works shall be performed by the manufacturer
only.
6 – OBLIGATIONS OF LAW
Work, sport and professional activities are often governed
by specific national laws that may impose limitation and/or
obligations in the use of PPE and of SAFETY SYSTEM
(of which PPE are components). Users and instructors
shall know and apply the laws that might impose obliga-
tions different from those indicated in this information.