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Copyright Safewaze 2022
USER INSTRUCTIONS AND LIMITATIONS
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SYSTEM OBJECTIVE
The Safewaze Mobile SafeLink Horizontal Lifeline
System is a pre-engineered temporary horizontal lifeline
system, designed as part of a complete personal
fall arrest system, to limit the total fall distance and
arresting forces in the event of a fall.
IMPORTANT—USER MUST READ AND
UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Keep these User Instructions on site for reference.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
1. Failure to follow all instructions and limitations on
the use of the Mobile SafeLink Horizontal Lifeline
System may result in serious personal injury or
death.
2. Before using a personal fall arrest system,
employees shall be trained in accordance with the
requirements of OSHA 1910.66 in the safe use of
the system and its components.
3. Personal fall arrest systems, including the Mobile
SafeLink Horizontal Lifeline System, shall be
inspected prior to each use for wear, damage, and
other deterioration and defective components, which
must be immediately removed from service, in
accordance with the requirements of OSHA 1910.66
and 1926.502.
4. The complete fall protection system must be
planned before using (including all components,
and the calculation of fall clearance and swing fall).
5. Users must have a rescue plan, and the means
at hand to implement it, that provides for the
prompt rescue of employees in the event of a
fall, or assures that employees are able to rescue
themselves.
6. Store the SafeLink System in a cool, dry, clean
environment, out of direct sunlight, when not in use.
7. In the event a fall occurs on the SafeLink System,
the system must be removed from service
USE LIMITATIONS
1. The Safewaze Mobile SafeLink Horizontal Lifeline
System is designed for up to four (4) users at one
time, per system, with a capacity (including clothing,
tools, etc..) up to 310 lbs (140.61 kg) per user.
2. The Mobile SafeLink System is designed to be used
in temperatures between -40ºF and +130ºF (-40°C to
+54°C).
3. Do not expose the Safewaze Mobile SafeLink
Horizontal Lifeline System to chemicals or harsh
solutions which may have a harmful effect. Contact
Safewaze Technical Service with any questions.
4. Only ANSI certified full-body harnesses may be
used with the Mobile SafeLink System. Additionally,
Safewaze offers a line of fixed Dorsal D-ring
harnesses that allow for a 4” reduction in fall
clearances.
5. In accordance with the requirements of OSHA 29
CFR 1910.66 and 1926.502, the Safewaze Mobile
SafeLink System must be installed and used under
the supervision of a “qualified person” as defined by
OSHA 1926.32(m).
6. Caution must be taken when using the Safewaze
Mobile SafeLink Horizontal Lifeline near moving
machinery, electrical hazards, sharp edges, or
abrasive surfaces. Contact with these elements
may cause equipment failure, personal injury, or
death.
7. Minors, pregnant women and anyone with a
history of back or neck problems should not use this
equipment.
8. Do not use or install equipment without proper
training from a “competent person” as defined by
OSHA 29 CFR 1926.32(f).
9. Only Safewaze, or persons or entities authorized
in writing by Safewaze, shall make repairs or
alterations to the equipment.
10. For custom applications of the Safewaze Mobile
SafeLink Horizontal Lifeline System not addressed
in these User Instructions, please contact
Safewaze Technical Service.
