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FIGURE 7 - INAPPROPRIATE CONNECTIONS
NOTE:
Large throat snap hooks must not be connected to standard size D-rings or similar objects which will result in a
load on the gate if the hook or D-ring twists or rotates, unless the snap hook complies with ANSI Z359.12 and is equipped
with a 3,600 lbs. (1632.9 kg) gate. Check the marking on your snap hook to verify that it is appropriate for your application.
WARNING:
Consult your doctor if there is reason to doubt your fitness to safely absorb the shock from a fall arrest. Age and fitness
seriously affect a worker’s ability to withstand falls. Pregnant women or minors must not use Safewaze SRLs. Failure to heed this
warning may result in serious injury or death.
15.0 USE
Inspect the SRL as described in Section 17,
before using the equipment. Mount the SRL to an approved anchor point. Ensure connections are compatible in size,
shape, and strength. Ensure hooks are fully closed and locked. When the worker is fully attached, the worker is then free to move about within the recommended
working area. If a fall occurs, the SRL will lock and arrest the fall. Upon rescue, remove the SRL from use. When working with an SRL, always allow the lifeline to
retract back into the device in a controlled manner. Do not release the unit to “free-spin” back into itself.
15.1 OPERATION
WARNING:
If substitutions or replacements are made to the system, ensure all components meet the applicable ANSI requirements.
Read and follow manufacturer’s instructions for all components and subsystems in your personal fall arrest system. Not following this
guidance may jeopardize compatibility of equipment, and possibly affect the safety and reliability of the overall system.
WARNING:
Do not tie or knot the lifeline. Avoid lifeline contact with sharp or abrasive surfaces. Inspect the lifeline frequently for
cuts, fraying, burns, or signs of chemical damage. Dirt, contaminants, and water can lower performance of the lifeline. Use caution
near power lines. Failure to comply with this warning may result in serious injury, or death.
15.2 AFTER A FALL
Following a fall arrest event, the Latitude/Latitude Pro SRL-P must be immediately removed from service following rescue of the worker and tagged “Unusable.” If
any component of the users PFAS indicates damage, it must be IMMEDIATELY removed from service and destroyed, or contact Safewaze for repair services.
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FIGURE 8 - SW-9012 BWB INSTALLATION
Curved Portion
of SW-9012
Bar assembly of bracket which inserts
behind webbing at Dorsal D-ring
Locking Button (B)
Locking Button (A)
LOAD IN
DICATO
R
LOA
D IN
DIC
ATO
R
A
FALL-ARREST
ANSI Z359.14, ANSI A10.32
OSHA 1910.66, OSHA 1926.502
020053
ANSI Z359.14,
ANSI A10.32
OSHA 1910.66, OSHA
1926.502
020053
Diagram of SW-9012 in opened
configuration
The SW-9012 Behind the Web Bracket (BWB) comes fully assembled and ready for installation. No tools are required for installation of the BWB onto a Full Body
Harness (FBH) harness. Use the following instructions and Figure 8 to install the 9012 BWB.
Connect To Harness:
1.
Ensure that the curved portion of BWB is in a downward orientation relative to the harness (Step 1).
2.
Simultaneously depress both locking buttons (A) and (B) and slide the bracket open as indicated (Steps 2 and 3)
3.
With the bracket open, position the bar assembly in an orientation that will allow the bar to slide under/behind both web loops at the Dorsal D-ring of
the FBH.
4. While pressing in on locking button (A) slide the bar behind both loops of webbing at Dorsal D-ring until the bar locks back into place (Step 4).
5.
Check the locking function of the bracket by attempting to slide the bracket open WITHOUT depressing locking buttons (A) or (B). Bracket
bar should not move and the bracket is now locked into place.
A full body harness must be worn when using Safewaze SRLs.
15.3 BODY SUPPORT
When using a snap hook to make a connection, ensure roll-out cannot occur. Do not use snap hooks or carabiners that will not completely close over the anchor
point. This includes traditional overhead anchor point tie-off, housing attachment to dorsal D-ring, and 100% tie-off. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions supplied
with each system component. Certain dual leg configurations of the Latitude / Latitude Pro Tie-Back SRL-Ps are available with a Behind the Web Bracket (BWB).
Figure 8-10 illustrate installation of Behind the Web Brackets available for Latitude / Latitude Pro Tie-Back SRL-Ps.
WARNING:
Never connect the snap hook of one SRL to the lifeline of another SRL or lanyard. Failure to comply with this warning
may result in equipment malfunction, serious injury or death.
15.4 SYSTEM CONNECTIONS
