Safety Instructions for Height
Safety Equipment
WARNING: Activities involving the use of this equipment are inherently
dangerous. ALWAYS carry out a risk assessment before work commences,
including rescue arrangements.
WARNING: Specific training is essential before using this equipment. It
must only be used by competent and responsible individuals, taking care not
exceeding the limitations of the equipment.
WARNING: Failure to adhere to any warnings and recommendations given
in these instructions may result in severe injury or even death! When using this
equipment you personally assume all risks and responsibilities for all damage,
injury or death which may occur during or following incorrect use of this
equipment. You are responsible for your own actions and decisions. If you are
unable, or not in a position to assume this responsibility or to accept these
risks, DO NOT USE THIS EQUIPMENT.
a) NEVER use equipment that has exceeded its shelf and/or service life.
b) This product MUST NOT be stressed beyond its strength rating.
c) DO NOT use components of fall arrest gear outside its limitations, or for
applications for which they were not specifically designed.
d) Avoid impacts and rubbing against abrasive surfaces during use,
transport and storage.
e) DO NOT use connectors with manual locking mechanisms in areas
where they are frequently opened and closed.
f) Ensure locking mechanisms and safety devices engage securely and
connectors are fully closed and locked before use.
g) NEVER combine components that are not recommended by the
manufacturer as being compatible. One item may interfere with the safe
function of another, jeopardising the function of the system as a whole.
h) NEVER attach a fall arrest system to an anchorage if you are unsure
about the strength and condition of the anchorage.
i) Take into account the length of every single component of a fall arrest
system, including the connectors, when determining the total length
of the system.
j) The clearance under the user must be sufficient to prevent him from
striking an obstacle in the event of a fall.
k) DO NOT allow any part of a fall arrest, work positioning or restraint
system to come into contact with sharp edges or abrasive surfaces
during use. Reposition if necessary or choose an alternative anchorage.
l) Any component of a fall arrest system must be individually inspected
according to the manufacturer's recommendations and procedures.
After assembly, the system must be inspected as a functional unit.
m) Any kind of repair or modification of this equipment is strictly
PROHIBITED.
n) DO NOT tie knots in harnesses, lanyards and ropes. DO NOT allow
equipment to become tangled.
o) Equipment that has been exposed to extreme conditions, failed an
inspection, or has been used to arrest a fall, must be retired and
destroyed. Never expose items made with synthetic fibre components to
direct flames.
p) DO NOT use shock absorbers that have been partially deployed, or when
the plastic sheath is damaged.
q) Destroy retired equipment immediately to prevent further use.
r) All users of fall arrest gear must be medically fit for activities at
height and must wear appropriate personal protective equipment for
the environment, work carried out, and tools used.
s) Carry out a risk assessment for every activity, and define a rescue plan
that can be safely and rapidly executed in case of emergency.
t) All product markings must remain intact and clearly legible for the
entire service life of this equipment.
u) Store the equipment with its dedicated service record and usage
instructions. Gear with uncertain service history must be removed from
service and destroyed.
v) Before using this equipment, ensure that it complies with local federal
regulations and other applicable safety standards.
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w) Textile products, including webbing and ropes, MUST NOT be marked
using ink from marker pens or paint, as these substances may potentially
lead to chemical damage of the material.
x) Store in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Product Familiarisation
Harness
1
Shoulder Straps
2
Chest Strap
3
Chest Strap Sliders
4
Chest Buckle
5
Leg Straps
Leg Strap Buckles (three-bar slide & square link
6
connections)
7
Dorsal Attachment Point (A)
8
Sternal Attachment Point (A/2)
Energy absorbing lanyard
9
Scaffold Hook
10 Energy Absorber (inside protective sheath)
11 Lanyard
12 Rope Thimble
13 Karabiner
Screwgate karabiner
14 Nose
15 Frame
16 Spine
17 Gate
18 Locking Sleeve
19 Rope or webbing
20 Rivet pin
21 Gate opening
Scaffold hook
22 Nose
23 Frame
24 Spine
25 Gate
26 Locking Lever
27 Rope eye
28 Rivet pins
29 Gate opening
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