MSA Rail Slider™ Anchorage Connector
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Safety Regulations
US
DO NOT alter this equipment or intentionally misuse it. DO NOT use fall protection equipment for
purposes other than those for which it was designed. DO NOT use fall protection equipment for
towing, hoisting or material handling.
If PPE is resold, it is essential that instructions for use, maintenance, and periodic examination are
provided in the language of destination.
DO NOT use MSA Fall Protection products if under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
MSA or persons or entities authorized in writing by the manufacturer, shall make all repairs to the
equipment. No unauthorized repairs and/or modifications are permitted.
RESCUE AND EVACUATION: The user must have a rescue plan and the means at hand to imple
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ment it. The plan must take into account the equipment and special training necessary to effect
prompt rescue under all foreseeable conditions. If the rescue be from a confined space, the provi
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sions of OSHA regulation 1910.146 and ANSI Z 117.1 must be taken into account. Although a
rescue plan and the means to implement it must always be in place, it is a good idea to provide
means for user evacuation without assistance of others. This will usually reduce the time to get to
a safe place and reduce or prevent the risk to rescuers.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in serious personal injury or death.
1.5
Usage Limitations
1.5.1 Environment
Chemical hazards, heat and corrosion may damage the PointGuard Anchorage Connector Strap. More
frequent inspections are required in these environments. Do not use in environments with tempera
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tures greater than 130°F (34°C). Use caution when working around electrical hazards, moving
machinery, abrasive surfaces, and sharp edges.
1.6
Training
Users of MSA Products must be familiar with the User Instructions and be trained by a competent
person in:
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workplace hazard identification, evaluation and control
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selection, inspection, use, storage and maintenance
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usage planning including calculation of free and total fall distance; maximum arresting force
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compatibility and selection of anchorage/anchorage connectors including connection to help
prevent accidental disengagement (rollout)
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proper lanyard/harness connection locations
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evacuation and rescue planning and implementation
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consequences of improper use
For Confined Space applications:
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See OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 and ANSI Z117.1.
Periodically (at least annually) assess effectiveness of training and determine the need for retraining
or additional training. Contact MSA for training information.
