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;
Prior to installation and use of this equipment, record the product identification information from the ID label in the
Inspection and Maintenance Log at the back of this manual.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
The Counterweight Rail Fall Arrest System combines easy access to elevated work areas with fall protection from the ground
for the duration of the work performed. The system includes a Horizontal Rail Assembly with Trolleys that ride in Track Rails to
any position along the Rail Assembly. The Trolleys serve as attachment points for the anchorage of a Personal Fall Arrest System
(PFAS). The system can be moved by use of a lift truck or maintenance vehicle when equipped with proper accessories.
Figure 1 illustrates components of the Counterweight Rail Fall Arrest System. See Table 1 for Component Specifications. Table 1
stipulates the required amount of counterweight for use.
Table 1 –
Specifications
System Specifications:
Capacity
:
2 person up to 310 lbs (141 kg) each
Anchorage:
Structure supporting the Counterweight Trailer Fall Arrest Syste
m must withstand a 15,500 lb (68.9 kN) vertical load.
Offset:
8 ft (2.43 m)
Total System
Weight:
Approximately 11,850 lb. (5,375 kg) with Concrete. Approximately 5,050 lbs (2,291 kg) with concrete removed.
Counterweight
Required
Min. 6,800 lbs (3084.4 kg)
Recommended two 4000 psi (27.6 Mpa) concrete blocks, 2’x2’x6’ (60cm x 60cm x 182cm)
Component Specifications:
Figure 1
Reference
Component
Materials
Note:
A
Primary Forklift Pockets
Steel Tube
B
Alternate Forklift Pockets
Steel Tube
C
Leveling Jack
Body & Hardware - Steel
Cable - 1/16” SS
D
Safety Labels
Vinyl
E
Vertical Support Beams
Steel
F
Rail Supports
Aluminum
G
Glide Rail
Aluminum
Maximum Capacity: 2 person up to 310 lbs each (141 kg)
including clothes, tools, etc. per Boom Arm and Anchorage
Connection Point
H
Slope Indicator
Plastic
I
Counterweight
Concrete
2X Weights with Concrete: 3,400 lb (1,542 kg) each
J
Tie Back Supports
Aluminum
1 Anchorage Connection Points:
Each Anchorage Connection Point has been tested and verified to a safety factor of 2:1 per OSHA.
