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2.2 Body Wear
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Fall arrest equipment should be inspected before each use and be checked by a competent individual on
a regular basis.
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Fall protection equipment should be attached to the back D-ring of a full body harness. If need be, a
front D-ring may be used for rescue, work positioning, ladder climbing, suspension and controlled
descent.
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Never attach non-locking snap hooks to a harness D-ring.
2.3 Connecting Devices
The lanyard connectors (snap hooks) must be compatible with the anchorage, or anchorage connector in
terms of size, shape, and strength. Non-compatible connectors may unintentionally disengage (roll-out). The
snap hook keeper must fully close and lock. Avoid any connection that will result in loading the gate of the
snap hook.
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Make only compatible connections.
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Shock absorbers can elongate up to 4.0 ft (1.22m). The maximum elongation distance must be
considered when determining your anchorage point.
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Use only connecting devices that contain a snap hook or auto-locking carabiner.
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Snap hooks and carabiners shall not be connected to each other unless specifically designed for such
connections.
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Always visually check that the snap hook or carabiner freely engages the D-ring, and anchor point, and
that the keeper is completely closed and locked.
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Shock absorbers are required to reduce the fall arrest force if a fall takes place.
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Rig lanyard to allow a maximum free fall distance of not more than 6.0 ft (1.83m). User must also allow
4.0 ft (1.22m) extension distance beyond the stated length of the lanyard.
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Do not allow lanyard to contact sharp, abrasive surfaces, sparks, or temperature above 82°C.
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Snap hooks with gate openings larger than one inch must not be connected to D-rings on body
harnesses or belts.
Warning
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Never alter the connecting device in any shape, way or form. This can cause serious injury or even
death.
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Never reduce the length of a lanyard by creating a knot.
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Never attempt to increase the length of the lanyard by joining two lanyards together.
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Never allow a retractable lanyard or lifeline to become slack.
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Never allow the lanyard to wrap around the users neck, arms, legs or other obstacle.
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Never remove important labels which include information for authorized or competent individuals.
3. CAPACITY
Shock absorbing lanyards are limited to one person only with a maximum total combined weight of 130-310
lbs (59-140 kg) including tools and equipment.
4. MAXIMUM FREE FALL
Maximum free fall (MFF) distance must be no greater than 6ft, however, local regulations may limit the MFF
to a lower value. Consult your local regulatory requirements.