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Figure 5, or a combination of these. The adjuster screws are alternately loosened and tightened to
level the Post.
Step 6: Install any accessories (eg. Anchor Post Extension) that installs in the extension sleeve (10) at
the top of the Portable Fall Arrest Post. Refer to the applicable section of this or other applicable
accessory manuals for any accessories being used with this system.
Step 7: Depending on the nature of the entry and the standards and regulations governing Confi ned
Space Entry/Retrieval and Rescue requirements in your area, a Personal Fall Arrest System
(PFAS) connected to the entrant may be required. It is the responsibility of the operator to be
aware of these requirements and follow them. Always wear a full body harness when attached to
a PFAS.
Step 8: Once the system is set-up inspect all components, fasteners, and other parts for wear, damage,
corrosion, looseness, or any other condition that may reduce the integrity of the system.
Components which are worn, damaged, corroded, or loose, must be tagged, marked with "DO
NOT USE" or like wording and prevented from being used until repaired or replaced as required.
Step 9: Following all instructions contained in the manufacturer's instructions for each PFAS component
or any other devices being used, the appropriate section of this manual or other manuals for
any DBI-SALA Accessories being used, and all applicable standards or regulations governing Fall
Protection, Confi ned Space Entry/ Retrieval and Rescue for your area proceed with the work.
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Figure 4 - Post Extension
2.2 USING THE PORTABLE FALL ARREST POST FOR HORIZONTAL LIFELINE (HLL) APPLICATIONS:
The DBI-SALA Advanced Portable Fall Arrest Post can be used for most temporary Horizontal Lifelines (HLL)
applications, therefore using existing mounting bases as the temporary base for HLL applications.
See Figure 5 for location of HLL Anchor Ring
2.2.1 SETTING UP THE PORTABLE FALL ARREST POST FOR HLL USE:
When using this post for HLL applications, it is critical to know when to use a tie-back and when not to use
a tie-back to support the HLL loads. Refer to the chart in Figure 6 to confi rm what loads can be sustained
by the Portable Fall Arrest Post unsupported by a tieback. Follow all labels carefully when setting up for HLL
applications and refer to the chart when unsure of load ratings.
Figure 3 - Post Base
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Figure 5 - Post Extension
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