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Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage
If SkyMast fails inspection in any way, immediately remove it from service, and contact Guardian to inquire
about its return or repair.
Cleaning after use is important for maintaining the safety and longevity of SkyMast. Remove all dirt,
corrosives, and contaminants from SkyMast before and after each use. If SkyMast cannot be cleaned with plain
water, use mild soap and water, then rinse and wipe dry. NEVER clean SkyMast with corrosive substances.
When not in use, store equipment where it will not be affected by heat, light, excessive moisture, chemicals,
or other degrading elements.
Prior to EACH use, inspect SkyMast for deficiencies, including, but not limited to, corrosion, deformation, pits,
burrs, rough surfaces, sharp edges, cracking, rust, paint buildup, excessive heating, alteration, and missing or
illegible labels. IMMEDIATELY remove SkyMast from service if defects or damage are found, or if exposed to
forces of fall arrest.
Ensure that applicable work area is free of all damage, including, but not limited to, debris, rot, rust, decay,
cracking, and hazardous materials. Ensure that selected work area will support the application-specific
minimum loads set forth in this instruction manual. Work area MUST be stable.
At least every 6 months, a Competent Person other than the user must inspect SkyMast.
Competent Person
inspections MUST be recorded in inspection log in instruction manual and on equipment inspection grid
label. The Competent Person must sign their initials in the box corresponding to the month and year
the inspection took place.
During inspection, consider all applications and hazards SkyMast have been subjected to.
Inspection
Inspection Log
If equipment fails inspection IMMEDIATELY REMOVE FROM SERVICE.
Date of First Use: __________________.
Product lifetime is indefinite as long as it passes pre-use and Competent Person inspections. User must
inspect prior to EACH use. Competent Person other than user must complete formal inspection at least
every 6 months. Competent Person to inspect and initial.
This inspection log must be specific to one SkyMast. Separate inspection logs must be used for each
SkyMast. All inspection records must be made visible and available to all users at all times.
