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C

OMPATIBLE

 C

ONNECTIONS

I

NCOMPATIBLE

 C

ONNECTIONS

ANSI Z359.2 states that anchorages selected for fall arrest systems must have a strength capable of 
sustaining static loads, applied in all permitted directions by the system:

A)  no less than 5,000 pounds (22.2 kN) for non-certifi ed anchorages; or
B)  at least two times the maximum arresting force for certifi ed anchorages;
C)  according to ANSI Z359.6, 

Specifi cations and Design Requirements for Active Fall

Protection Systems.

When more than one personal fall arrest system is attached to the anchorage, the strength in (A) or 
(B) must be multiplied by the number of personal fall arrest systems attached to the anchorage. 

CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS

C

OMPATIBILITY

 L

IMITATIONS

All connecting subsystems must only be coupled to compatible connectors.  OSHA 29 CFR 1910.140 
and 1926.502 prohibit snap hooks from being engaged to certain objects unless two requirements are 
met: snap hook must be a locking type and must be “designed for” making such a connection.  Under 
OSHA “designed for” means that the manufacturer of the snap hook specifi cally designed the snap 
hook to be used to connect to the equipment in question. 
The following connections must be avoided because they can result in rollout* when a non-locking 
snap hook is used:

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Direct connection of a snap hook to horizontal lifeline.

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Two (or more) snap hooks connected to one D-ring.

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Two snap hooks connected to each other.

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A snap hook connected back on its integral lanyard.

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A snap hook connected to a webbing loop or webbing lanyard.

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Improper dimensions of the D-ring, rebar, or other connection point in relation to the snap 
hook dimensions that would allow the snap hook keeper to be depressed by a turning motion 
of the snap hook.

*Rollout:

 A process by which a snap hook or carabiner unintentionally disengages from another 

connector or object to which it is coupled.

NO!

NO!

NO!

NO!

NO!

NO!

NO!

NO!

NO!

For Tie-Back 
Models Only

Summary of Contents for Bantam 6

Page 1: ...s it was designed Users MUST read and follow all user instructions provided with the product Before using a fall arrest system users must be trained in the safe use of the system as required by OSHA 29 CFR 1910 30 and 1926 503 or local safety regulations Misuse or failure to heed these warnings and instructions may result in injury or even death WORK SAFE WORK SMART IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT...

Page 2: ...hich may have a harmful effect 8 Personal fall arrest systems including SRL s must be inspected prior to each use for wear damage and other deterioration Defective components must be immediately removed from service in accordance with the requirements of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 140 and 1926 502 9 The SRL is designed to be used in temperatures ranging from 40 F to 130 F 40 C to 54 C 10 Do not use if inspe...

Page 3: ... damage to the SRL s When working with such chemicals frequent inspection of this equipment must be performed Contact Werner Co with any questions concerning the use of the SRL around chemical hazards 4 EXTREME TEMPERATURE SRL s are designed to be used in temperatures ranging from 40 F to 130 F 40 C to 54 C Protection should be provided for SRL s when used near welding metal cutting or similar act...

Page 4: ...ngaged to certain objects unless two requirements are met snap hook must be a locking type and must be designed for making such a connection Under OSHA designed for means that the manufacturer of the snap hook specifically designed the snap hook to be used to connect to the equipment in question The following connections must be avoided because they can result in rollout when a non locking snap ho...

Page 5: ...fect of a swing fall may cause serious injury or death Working Level Lower Level or Obstruction Self Retracting Lifeline Maximum Arrest Distance per ANSI Z359 14 Class A 2 ft 0 6 m Safety Factor 2 ft 0 6 m 1 ft 0 31 m Harness Stretch To Worker s Back D Ring 5 ft 1 5 m Total Estimated Distance 10 ft 3 0 m Estimated Clearance Required 5 ft 1 5 m Working Level Lower Level or Obstruction Self Retracti...

Page 6: ...ons for every component and subsystem of the personal fall arrest system Users must have a rescue plan and the means 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 WARNING Before using a personal fall arrest system employees must be trained in accordance with the requirements of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 30 and...

Page 7: ...nt person other than the user Local state governmental and jurisdictional agencies governing occupational safety may require the user to conduct more frequent or mandatory inspections CRITERIA Type Of Use Application Examples Conditions Of Use Inspection Frequency Competent Person Infrequent to Light Rescue and confined space factory maintenance Good storage conditions indoor or infrequent outdoor...

Page 8: ...ent and clean water solution and rinsed with a dampened clean cloth to remove detergent The hardware can also be wiped down to remove grease or dirt with a clean dry cloth MAINTENANCE SRL s requiring maintenance must be tagged unusable and removed from service Do not use any SRL that requires maintenance Cleaning and maintenance may be performed by the user Snap hooks may require periodic lubricat...

Page 9: ...thattheproducthasseenafalland shouldberemovedfromservice Seetheusermanualformore details Usermustbetrainedbeforeusingthisproduct WARNING Read all warnings and instructions in User Manual prior to use and follow accordingly If missing contact Werner Co for a replacement Inspect product prior to each use then at least monthly by a competent person who is not a user Before use withdraw and retract so...

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Page 12: ...PN118268 01 2018 Werner Co Rev B 1 19 Werner Co Fall Protection 93 Werner Rd Greenville PA 16125 724 588 2000 888 523 3371 toll free 888 456 8458 fax ...

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