Safety Products Division
605 Stonehill Drive SW, Atlanta, Georgia 30336
800-241-1806 • 404-344-0000 • www.tiedown.com
ISO 9001:2015 Certification
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Instruction #08372 (E1821 Rev. 3/2/21)
Slab Gripper
INSPECTION GRID
Inspect before each use. A competent person must complete a formal inspection every 6 months and document below with
initials. The life of this roofing device is unlimited as long as a competent person inspects and passes equipment as in good
order every 6 months.
If this equipment fails inspection or is found to have deficiencies, remove from service. Deficiencies include, but are
not limited to deformation, corrosion, burrs, sharp edges, cracking, rust, pits, excessive heating, paint buildup,
alteration, damaged parts and missing or unreadable labels.
Year
Month
Date
Initials
Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage
If the Slab Gripper fails inspection in any way, immediately remove it from service, and contact Tie Down to
inquire about its return or repair. Cleaning after use is important for maintaining the safety and longevity of
this product. Remove all dirt, corrosives, and contaminants from the product before and after each use. NEVER
clean the Gripper with corrosive substances. When not in use, store equipment where it will not be affected by
heat, light, excessive moisture, chemicals, or other degrading elements.
Inspection
Prior to EACH use, inspect all Slab Grippers for deficiencies, including, but not limited to, corrosion, deformation,
pits, burrs, rough surfaces, sharp edges, cracking, rust, paint buildup, excessive heating, alteration, and
missing or illegible labels. IMMEDIATELY remove any Gripper from service if defects or damage are found, or if
exposed to forces of fall arrest.
Ensure that the selected work area is free of all damage, including, but not limited to, debris, rot, rust, decay,
cracking, and hazardous materials. Ensure that the selected work area will support the application-specific
minimum loads outlined in this instruction manual. The work area MUST be stable. At least every 6 months, a
Competent Person other than the user must inspect each Gripper. The Competent Person must sign their
initials in the box corresponding to the month and year the inspection took place.