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1.0 APPLICATIONS
1.1 PURPOSE:
The Lad-Saf™
is intended to be used as
part of a personal fall arrest
system or restraint system
(Figure 3). The rope grab
provides a portable lanyard
connection point on a rope
lifeline.
FALL ARREST:
A typical
fall arrest system includes a
rope grab, a lifeline, shock-
absorbing lanyard, and full
body harness. The potential
for free fall must be limited
to 6 ft. (1.8 M).
RESTRAINT:
Restraint
systems prevent the user
from reaching a fall hazard
(example: leading edge roof
work). A typical restraint
system includes a rope grab,
lifeline, positioning lanyard,
and full body harness. No
vertical free fall is permitted.
Figure 3 – Applications
A
Fall Arrest
1
Lifeline
2
Rope Grab
3
Shock Absorbing
Lanyard
A
B
1
1
2
2
3
3
B
Restraint
1
Lifeline
2
Rope Grab
3
Positioning Lanyard
1.2 STANDARDS:
Refer to the following national standard on fall protection:
OSHA 1910.66, Appendix C.
1.3 TRAINING:
This equipment is intended to be used by persons trained in its correct application and use. It is the
responsibility of the user to assure they are familiar with these instructions and are trained in the correct care and use
of this equipment. Users must also be aware of the operating characteristics, application limits, and the consequences of
improper use.
CAUTION:
Training must be conducted without exposing the user to a fall hazard. Training should be repeated on a periodic basis.
1.4 INSPECTION
FREQUENCY:
The Wire Rope Grab shall be inspected by the user before each use by following
the procedures de
fi
ned in Table 2
“Inspection Checklist”
and, additionally, by a competent person
1
other
than the user at intervals of no more than one year
2
.
Results of each Competent Person inspection should be
recorded in the “
Inspection and Maintenance Log”
in the back of this manual.
2.0 LIMITATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Always consider the following limitations and requirements when installing or using this equipment.
2.1 CAPACITY:
The Lad-Saf™ Wire Rope Grab is designed for use by one person with a combined weight
(person, clothing, tools, etc.) up to 310 lbs (141 kg).
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At no time shall more than one person connect to the
Lad-Saf™ Wire Rope Grab for Fall Arrest applications.
2.2 CABLE
TYPE:
The Lad-Saf™ Wire Rope Grab must be used with 3/8 in (9.5 mm) diameter 7x19 galvanized
or stainless steel cable.
2.3 LANYARD
LENGTH:
The length of the lanyard used with the Lad-Saf™ Wire Rope Grab must be limited to
3 ft (0.9 m) or less.
2.4 FREE
FALL:
Personal fall arrest systems used with this equipment must be rigged to limit the free fall to
6 ft. (1.8 m). See the subsystem manufacturer’s instructions for more information.
1 Competent
Person:
One who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary,
hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them.
2 Inspection
Frequency:
Extreme working conditions (harsh environments, prolonged use, etc.) may require increasing the frequency of competent person
inspections.
3 Capacity:
Most Capital Safety rope grabs are factory tested to a maximum capacity of 310 lbs (141 kg).
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