A
Never connect two active components (snap hooks or carabiners)
to each other.
B
Never connect two active components (snap hooks or carabiners)
to a single D-ring at the same time.
C
Never connect in a way that would produce a condition of loading
on the gate.
D
Never attach to a object in a manner whereby the gate (of the
snap hook or carabiner) would be prevented from fully closing
and locking. Always guard against false connections by visually
inspecting for closure and lock.
E
Never attach explicitly to a constituent subcomponent (webbing,
cable or rope) unless specifically provided for by the manufactur
-
er’s instructions for both subcomponents (snap hook or carabiner
and webbing, cable or rope).
F
Never attach in a manner where an element of the connector
(gate or release lever) may become caught on the anchor thereby
producing additional risk of false engagement.
G
Never attach a spreader snap hook to two side/positioning
D-rings in a manner whereby the D-rings will engage the gates;
the gates on a spreader must always be facing away from the
D-rings during work positioning.
Figure 2 - Non-Compatible Connections
4.4 Personal Fall Arrest System:
PFAS used with this equipment must meet ANSI Z359 requirements. A full body harness must be worn
when this equipment is used as a component of a PFAS. As required by OSHA, the personal fall arrest system must be able to arrest the
user’s fall with a maximum arresting force of 1,800 lbs (8 kN), and limit the free fall to 6 ft (1.8 m).
4.5 Personal Fall Arrest System Anchorage Strength:
PFAS Anchorage Strength:
An anchorage selected for PFAS must have a strength
able to sustain a static load applied in the direction permitted by the PFAS of at least:
a. Two times the maximum arrest force permitted when certification exists, or
b. 5,000 lbs. (22.2 kN) in the absence of certification.
Select an anchorage location carefully. Consider structural strength, obstructions in the fall path, and swing fall hazards. In certain
situations, the qualified person can determine that a given structure is able to withstand the applied MAF of the PFAS with a safety factor
of at least two.
5.0 Installation and Use
WARNING
Do not alter or intentionally misuse this equipment. Consult FallTech when using this equipment in combination with components or
subsystems other than those described in this manual. All components or subsystems used with the SRL-R discussed in this manual must be in
compliance with ANSI Z359 and OSHA.
Do not use rebar hooks, large carabiners, or large snap hooks to connect to the FBH dorsal D-rings or to any small diameter non-compatible
anchor point as this may cause a roll-out condition and/or unintentional disengagement.
Do not insert extra connectors between the SRL-R lifeline connector and the FBH dorsal D-ring, except an approved D-ring extender.
Use caution. Take action to avoid sharp and/or abrasive surfaces and edges when possible.
5.1 Install the SRL-R (Overhead Use):
Examine the work area for possible hazards. Take caution to avoid overhead hazards such as cranes,
poles, overhead power cables, and walking/working surface hazards such as power cables, welding leads, air, and fluid hoses, including
obstruction hazards such as vertical columns and stacks of materials on the lower level. Eliminate hazards where possible.
Ensure the anchorage provides the Minimum Required Fall Clearance (MRFC) in the fall path below the walking/working surface to
prevent striking the lower level or an obstruction during a fall event. Take action to avoid swing falls, which occur when the anchorage is
not directly above the point where the fall occurs.
Fall clearance and swing falls are subject to variable conditions. Anchor height, lateral movement, and setback distance all affect anchor
location with regard to fall clearance and swing fall.
The SRD may be attached to an overhead anchor, Figure 3, i.e. above the user’s FBH dorsal D-ring. The SRL-R discussed in this manual is
not designed for Leading Edge applications.
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