System Compatibility; Personal Fall Arrest System Components / 3.2 Component Warnings And Limitations - Honeywell Miller MightEvac Manual De Instrucciones Para El Usuario

The retrieval mechanism in this device
is FOR EMERGENCY USE ONLY. Do not
use for routine hoisting of personnel or
materials.
MAINTENANCE
Do not lubricate this device.
The device must be kept clean and free of
contaminants.

3.0 System Compatibility

The Miller MightEvac Self-Retracting Lifeline is designed for use with Honeywell-approved
components only. Substitution or replacement with non-approved component combinations or
subsystems or both may affect or interfere with the safe function of each other and endanger
the compatibility within the system. This incompatibility may affect the reliability and safety of the
total system.
3.1 Personal Fall Arrest System Components
Three key components of the Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) need to be in place and
properly used to provide maximum worker protection.
A
NCHORAGE/ANCHORAGE CONNECTOR
The anchorage, also referred to as the anchor point or tie-off
point, is a secure point of attachment for connecting devices
and must be capable of supporting 5,000 lbs. (22.2kN) per
worker or meet OSHA requirements for a safety factor of two,
such as an I-beam or other support structure. An anchorage
connector, such as the cross-arm strap, D-bolt or rebar
hook anchor, is sometimes necessary to make a compatible
connection between the connecting device and the anchorage.
B
ODY WEAR
The second system component is the personal protective gear
worn by the worker while performing the job. The only form of
body wear acceptable for fall arrest is the full-body harness.
Full-body harnesses are engineered to aid in the arrest of a
free fall and must be worn in all situations where workers are
exposed to a potential free fall.
C
ONNECTING DEVICE
The third component of the system is the connecting
device, the critical link which joins the body wear to the anchorage/anchorage connector. The
most important feature of the connecting device is the built-in shock absorber. Whether the
connecting device is a shock-absorbing lanyard or self-retracting lifeline, they are designed to
dramatically reduce fall arrest forces. Rope, web or wire rope lanyards being used for fall arrest
MUST be used in conjunction with a shock absorber (i.e., Miller SofStop pack).
Individually, none of these components will provide protection from a fall. However,
when used properly and in conjunction with each other, they form a Personal Fall Arrest
System that becomes vitally important to safety on the job site.
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This unit must be removed from service
if any part of the system appears to be
damaged or does not pass inspection, or if
the unit has been subjected to the forces of
arresting a fall or affecting a rescue.
Do not attempt to service this device. If the
device does not operate properly or requires
repairs, return the device to the equipment
manufacturer, or service center authorized
in writing by the manufacturer, for repairs.
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B
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