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Snap hooks and carabiners used with this equipment must be double locking and/or twist lock. Ensure all connections
are compatible in size, shape and strength. Do not use equipment that is not compatible. Ensure all connectors are fully
closed and locked.
Safewaze connectors (snap hooks and carabiners) are designed to be used only as specified in each product’s user
instructions. See Figure 4 for examples of inappropriate connections. Do not connect snap hooks and carabiners:
• To a D-ring to which another connector is attached.
• In a manner that would result in a load on the gate (with the exception of tie-back hooks). NOTE: Large snap hooks
must not be connected to objects which will result in a load on the gate if the hook twists or rotates, unless the snap
hook complies with ANSI Z359.12 and is equipped with a 3,600 lbs. (16 kN) gate. Check the marking on your snap
hook to verify its compatibility.
13.0 MAKING CONNECTIONS
FIGURE 4 - INAPPROPRIATE CONNECTIONS
14.0 SPECIFIC ANCHOR APPLICATIONS
Personal Fall Arrest:
Safewaze Anchors are designed as an anchor point to support a maximum
of 1 Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) when utilized for fall protection applications. The structure
to which the anchor is attached must withstand loads applied in the directions permitted by the
system of at least 5,000 lbs. Maximum allowable free fall is 6’.
Restraint:
Safewaze Anchors are authorized for use in Restraint applications. The structure to
which the anchor is attached must withstand loads applied in the directions permitted by the system
of at least 1,000 lbs NO free fall is permitted. Restraint systems may only be used on surfaces
with slopes up to 4 / 12 (vertical / horizontal). For Restraint applications, the allowable attachment
points to harness are Dorsal D-ring, Chest D-ring, Side D-rings, and Shoulder D-rings.
Work Positioning:
Safewaze Anchors are authorized for use in Work Positioning applications.
Work Positioning allows a worker to be supported during suspension while freeing both hands to
conduct work operations. The structure to which the Anchor is attached must withstand loads
applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least 3,000 lbs. Maximum allowable free fall
is 2’. For positioning applications, the allowable attachment points to harness are the Side D-rings.
Rescue/Confined Space:
Safewaze Anchors are authorized for use in Rescue/Confined Space
applications. Rescue systems are utilized to safely recover a worker from a confined location or
after exposure to a fall. Composition of rescue systems can vary based upon the type of rescue
involved. The structure to which the Anchor is attached must withstand loads applied in the
directions permitted by the system of at least 3,000 lbs. NO free fall is permitted. For rescue
applications, the allowable attachment points to harness are Dorsal D-ring, Chest D-ring and
Shoulder D-rings.
All above referenced applications have a worker weight capacity range of:
ANSI 310 lbs. / OSHA Up to 420 lbs. (including all clothing, tools, and equipment).
