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It is mandatory that a competent person other than the user must perform a formal inspection of the PFAS and its
components once at least every six months. This frequency should be altered on the basis of conditions for use or
exposure. The inspection results should be recorded in the inspection and maintenance log at the end of this manual.
the impact load on the wearer. KStrong recommends that only those components or sub systems of the PFAS which are
manufactured by KStrong, are used in combination. If other manufacturer's equipment is used, then they should be
ensured for compatibility by a qualified person only. If substitutions or replacements are made with non-approved
components of sub-systems, then this may severely affect the compatibility of the equipment, making the complete
system unsafe for use.
It is mandatory to have a detailed visual inspection of all the harnesses, lanyards, connectors, etc. prior to each use.
This ensures that the equipment is in good condition and is operating correctly. If there are any doubts regarding the
safe state of the product, or if the product has been used to arrest a fall, then immediately withdraw the equipment and
send it back to the manufacturer or the qualified authorized repair center. Check on the back-shoulder straps of the
harness for the fall indicators, which should be intact. If a fall indicator is found to be deployed, then the harness should
be removed from use immediately. Never attempt to repair or modify a PPE.
INSPECTION OF COMPONENTS OF PERSONAL FALL ARREST SYSTEM
FORMAL INSPECTION
The hooks and connectors should be inspected prior to each use as per the following guidelines:
Impact/ Load Indicator:
Some KStrong hooks come with the load indicator on them. Look for the presence of a green
colored band just above the eye of the connector. If it is present, then the hook has not been subjected to a fall, and one
should proceed with other points of examination of the hook. If however the color of the band has changed to red, then
this indicates that the connector has been subjected to a fall. In such a case, remove the connector from any further use.
Step 1:
Check the markings on the connector- they should be fully present and readable.
Step 3:
Look on the hooks and carabiners for the presence of excessive rusting. The presence of rust also
compromises the functionality of the connectors. Hence, it is important to ensure that the gate and lock of
the connector is functioning smoothly, with the spring action of the gate and lock fully intact. The gate of
the connector should close fully, engaging the nose of the hook.
WARNING
Step 2:
Inspect the hooks and carabiners visually for presence of cracks, deformities, bends and breaks,
damages, burrs, dents or any sharp edges.
PRE USE- INSPECTION CHECK OF THE HOOKS AND CONNECTORS
Inspect all the other components of the fall arrest, work positioning, rescue systems that are to be used, as per the
manufacturer's instructions. Immediately remove from use if the equipment shows evidence of having arrested a fall, or
if it is unfit for further use. Do not attempt to repair the equipment on your own.
SNAP HOOK
HOW TO MAKE CONNECTIONS WITH THE CONNECTORS
All KStrong carabiners are designed to be opened by a minimum of two deliberate consecutive actions. First, hold the
carabiner and rotate its locking nut to reveal the neck of the connector. Now push the gate towards the center of the
carabiner. The carabiner closes and locks automatically once the gate is released.
For triple-locking carabiners, the locking nut needs to be pushed up first, before rotating it.
To open the gate of the snap hook, first press on to the lock of the snap hook alongside the eye of the hook, and then
simultaneously press on the gate. This opens the gate of the hook. The gate automatically closes on release, and the
lock ensures that it remains so, unless it is pressed again. The direction of application of force on the lock and the gate,
is hence, opposite of each other, thereby ensuring that the snap hook does not open up accidentally.
CARABINER
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