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Figure 5 – Unintentional Disengagement Figure 6 – Inappropriate Connections
If the connecting element to which a snap hook (shown) or carabiner attaches
is undersized or irregular in shape, a situation could occur where the connecting
element applies a force to the gate of the snap hook or carabiner. This force may
cause the gate (of either a self-locking or a non-locking snap hook) to open,
allowing the snap hook or carabiner to disengage from the connecting point.
Small ring or other
non-compatibly
shaped element
Force is applied to the
Snap Hook.
The Gate presses against
the Connecting Ring.
The Gate opens allowing
the Snap Hook to slip off.
A. B. C. D.
E. F. G.
2.10 MAKING CONNECTIONS: Use only self-locking snap hooks and carabiners with this equipment. Use only
connectors that are suitable to each application. Ensure all connections are compatible in size, shape and
strength. Do not use equipment that is not compatible. Ensure all connectors are fully closed and locked.
Capital Safety connectors (snap hooks and carabiners) are designed to be used only as speci fi ed in each
product’s user’s instructions. See Figure 6 for inappropriate connections. Capital Safety snap hooks and
carabiners should not be connected:
A. To a D-ring to which another connector is attached.
B. In a manner that would result in a load on the gate.
CAUTION: Large throat snap hooks should not be connected to standard size D-rings or similar
objects which will result in a load on the gate if the hook or D-ring twists or rotates.
C. In a false engagement, where features that protrude from the snap hook or carabiner catch on the
anchor, and without visual confirmation seems to be fully engaged to the anchor point.
D. To each other.
E. Directly to webbing or rope lanyard or tie-back (unless the manufacturer’s instructions for both the
lanyard and connector specifically allows such a connection).
F. To any object which is shaped or dimensioned such that the snap hook or carabiner will not close and
lock, or that roll-out could occur.
G. In a manner that does not allow the connector to align properly while under load.
2.11 CONNECTING SUBSYSTEMS: Connecting subsystems (self-retracting lifeline, lanyard, rope grab and
lifeline, cable sleeve, etc.) must be suitable for your application (See section 1.1). See the subsystem
manufacturer’s instructions for additional information. Some SRL models have web loop connection points.
Do not use snap hooks to connect to web loops. Use a self-locking carabiner to connect to a web loop.
Ensure the carabiner cannot cross-gate load (load against the gate rather than along the backbone of the
carabiner). Some lanyards are designed to choke onto a web loop to provide a compatible connection.
Lanyards may be sewn directly to the web loop forming a permanent connection. Do not make multiple
connections onto one web loop, unless choking two lanyards onto a properly sized web loop.
2.12 ANCHORAGE STRENGTH: Anchorages selected for use with the Wire Rope Grab must have a strength
capable of sustaining the static load requirements of the intended fall protection application:
• Fall Arrest: From OSHA 1910.66 and 1926.500: Anchorages used for attachment of a personal fall
arrest system shall be independent of any anchorage being used to support or suspend platforms, and
be capable of supporting at least 5,000 lbs (22.2 kN) per user attached, or be designed, installed, and
used as part of a complete personal fall arrest system which maintains a safety factor of at least two,
and is supervised by a quali fi ed person.
• Restraint: Anchorages must be capable of supporting a minimum of 3,000 lbs (1,360 kg) per system
attached to the anchorage.
WARNING: Restraint anchorages may only be used where there is no possible vertical free fall. Restraint
anchorages do not have suf fi cient strength for fall arrest. Do not connect personal fall arrest systems to
restraint anchorages.
WARNING: If the wire wire rope grab has been subjected to fall arrest or impact forces it must be
removed from service and destroyed.
IMPORTANT: Extreme working conditions (harsh environments, prolonged use, etc.) may require
increasing the frequency of inspections.