Latchways PRD, User Instructions

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EN
Lanyard
Always use an energy absorbing lanyard or retractable type fall arrestor that complies with the
relevant standards within the country of use. In some harness variants, side attachment points are
included. These attachments are only to be used for a suitable work positioning lanyard.
EN EN 358
Connectors
Connectors shall conform to the relevant national standards and must be compatible.
EN EN 362:2004
Pre-use checks
The Latchways PRD descender device has been designed to be easy to use, incorporating a
range of features to aid pre-use checks and on-site periodic examination. This minimises the
need to return the device to Latchways or an authorised agent. No repairs, modifications or
alterations are to be carried out on the Latchways PRD descender device. If any part of the
Latchways PRD descender device is found to be faulty, or a fault is suspected, the device shall
be removed from service and advise sought from Latchways or an authorised agent.
Problem identified Passes checks
Descent device/line
The following checks shall be carried out each time the Latchways PRD descender device is used:
Figure 4
Figure 5
• Inspect the attachment point connector for signs of damage,
excessive wear, distortion, corrosion or cracking.
• Ensure that the descent line is not paid out of the device, this would
indicate that a descent has occurred (Figure 4). If descent line is paid
out the Latchways PRD descender device shall be removed from
service and advise sought from Latchways or authorised agent.
• Note: Attachment point size and shape may differ from that shown
in the diagram.
• Open the backpack containing the descent device (Figure 5).
• Inspect the general condition of the descent device for signs of
damage or corrosion. If damaged the Latchways PRD descender
device shall be removed from service and advise sought from
Latchways or authorised agent.