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MGH Series - Manual
Rev030921
© 2021 PS Industries
®
Incorporated. All Rights Reserved.
Product Information
The following icons are used throughout this Manual.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderated injury.
NOTICE
Indicates manufacturer’s statement of additional information.
IMPORTANT!
Indicates a required action.
CRITICAL
Indicates a vital component to product performance.
Safety Precautions
NOTICE
Unauthorized modification of or to the Product voids this Limited Warranty. Authorized modifications,
received in writing from PS Industries® Incorporated, as long as the modification is accomplished in strict
accordance with PS Industries’ instructions, does not void warranty. If this product is modified or altered
without manufactures permission, manufacturer is no longer responsible for the product design, engineering,
or performance and owner assumes all responsibility. To request product modifications contact PS Industries
Incorporated, 1150 S. 48th Street, Grand Forks, ND 58201, phone 877-446-1519, email: [email protected]
I. General Information
A. This manual contains information regarding installation, operation, and maintenance of the PS Safety Access’
SafeMezz
®
Horizontal Gate.
B. PS Safety Access recommends that the owner implement a regular preventative maintenance program to
inspect and maintain the Horizontal Gate at a minimum, in accordance with the recommendations in this
manual.
II. Operation Guidelines
A. The Horizontal Gate is designed to meet:
1. OSHA Railing Standard 1910.28 and OSHA 1910.29.
B. Operation in a manner other than intended could result in damage or less than acceptable performance at time
of need, for which the manufacturer will not be held responsible.
III. Safety Precautions
A. Ensure opening is clear of all obstructions through the entire proposed travel of the Horizontal Gate during
operation.
B. Comply with all OSHA and ANSI Safety Regulations and/or company safety policies when installing.
DANGER
If installed on edge, ensure area below installation edge is blocked off from personnel during
installation.
CAUTION
CAUTION
For products that are approved for use as a means of fall protection, the product only serves as a
means of fall protection when the product is in the closed and latched position. In applications where the product
is positioned to protect a fall-edge, the person operating the product is required to implement another primary
means of fall protection, whenever the product is not closed and latched.
IMPORTANT!
Due to variances in field conditions, it is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that the product
is installed to mounting structure that is capable of supporting all imposed loading from the product. The installer
is responsible for ensuring that the provided fastening hardware or field configured mounting arrangement is
capable of supporting all field loads and meets applicable codes and regulations.
IV. Storage Prior to Installation of Product
A. Store materials in a dry, ventilated location. If outdoor storage is required, block materials and tarp in a tent-like
arrangement, elevated above the product with open sides to allow airflow.
V. Installation Site Preparation
NOTICE
Before starting site preparation and installation of the Horizontal Gate, read the entire Operation and
Maintenance Manual and review Approved for Construction Drawings and all additional installation instructions
thoroughly.
