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Figure 19 - i-Safe RFID Tag
i-Safe
RFID Tag
Figure 20 - Inspecting the Energy Abosrber for Activation
The following inspection items are indications
that the Energy Absorber has been subjected
to impact loading and has been activated.
Measured length is
more than 6 in. (15 cm) longer than the
length marked on the label.
Torn webbing
Torn or broken cover
Open end or ripped
out stitching
5.2 INSPECTION STEPS
Step 1.
Inspect energy absorbing lanyard or energy absorber component hardware (snap hooks, adjusters,
swages, thimbles, etc.). These items must not be damaged, broken, distorted, or have any sharp
edges, burrs, cracks, worn parts, or corrosion. Ensure the connecting hooks work properly. Hook
gates must move freely and lock upon closing. Ensure adjusters (if present) work properly.
Step 2.
Inspect the energy absorbing lanyard or energy absorber component per the following as
applicable:
WEBBING AND STITCHING:
The webbing material must be free of frayed, cut, or broken
fibers. Check for tears, abrasions, mold, burns, or discoloration, etc. The webbing must be free
of knots, excessive soiling, heavy paint buildup, and rust staining. Check for chemical or heat
damage indicated by brown, discolored, or brittle areas. Check for ultraviolet damage indicated
by discoloration and the presence of splinters or slivers on the webbing surface. All of the above
factors are known to reduce webbing strength. Damaged or questionable webbing should be
replaced. Inspect stitching for pulled or cut stitches. Broken stitches may be an indication the
energy absorbing lanyard or energy absorber component has been impact loaded and must be
removed from service.
WIRE ROPE:
Inspect entire length of the wire rope. Always wear protective gloves when
inspecting wire rope. Inspect for broken wires by passing cable through gloved hands, flexing it
every few inches to expose breaks. Broken wires can be removed by bending the wire back and
forth parallel to the rope length. Do not attempt to pull wires out of rope. Remove the energy
absorbing lanyard from service immediately and destroy if there are six or more randomly
distributed broken wires in one lay, or three or more broken wires in one strand in one lay.
A “lay” of wire rope is the length of wire rope that it takes for a strand (the larger groups of
wires) to complete one revolution or twist along the rope. Remove the energy absorbing lanyard
from service immediately and destroy if there are any broken wires within 1 inch of the metal
compression sleeves (swages) at either end of the assembly. The wire rope should be free of
corrosion.
Step 3.
ENERGY ABSORBING COMPONENT:
Inspect energy absorber to determine if it has been
activated. There should be no evidence of elongation. See Figure 20. Ensure energy absorber
cover is secure and not torn or damaged. On the Shockwave 2™ Lanyard models, the lanyard
webbing will tear out to reveal the warning on the impact indicator label. See section 8.2 for label
illustration.
Step 4.
All labels should be present and fully legible. See section 8.0.
Step 5.
Inspect each system component or subsystem per associated manufacturer’s instructions.
Step 6.
Record the inspection date and results in the inspection log in section 9.0.
5.3
If inspection reveals an unsafe condition, remove unit from service immediately and destroy, or contact an
authorized service center for repair.
NOTE:
Only DBI-SALA or parties authorized in writing may make repairs to this equipment.
