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energy
lanyard
absorber
lanyard
USING THE LANYARD AS WORK POSITIONING DEVICE
1 - Connect one snap hook of the lanyard to one attaching ring of the positioning belt (which complies with EN 358 standard).
2 - Put the lanyard around the construction element (at waist level or above). Then connect the second snap hook to the free
attaching ring of the positioning belt.
3 - Adjust lanyard's length and tension with the adjusting buckle in order to assure a stable work position and restrict the free
fall to a maximum 0,5 m.
ATTENTION:
- It is strictly forbidden to connect both snap hooks to the same attaching ring of the positioning belt;
- It is strictly forbidden to connect one snap hook to the attaching ring of the positioning belt and the other one to the structural
anchor point;
- It is strictly forbidden to connect one snap hook to the attaching ring of the positioning belt and the other one on the rope.
- The universal safety lanyard used as work positioning device (according to EN 358 standard) is not a fall protection. In that
case, necessarily use independent fall arrest system paying attention that they work without any trouble. It is strictly forbidden
to connect the positioning device to the attaching points of the full body harness.
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NOTES
Before using a fall arrest system, of which the universal safety lanyard with lanyard is a component, you have to check that
all devices are correctly connected. They can work without any trouble and they are certified with the obligatory standards:
- EN 353-1, EN 353-2, EN 354, EN 355, EN 360, EN 361, EN 362: for fall arrest system.
- EN 795: for anchor devices.
- EN 341: for descender devices.
USE
During use, the device should be protected from a contact with oils, acids, solvents, basics, open fire, hot metal drops and
sharp edges. You should avoid using the device in the dust laden and greasy environment.
WITHDRAWN FROM USE
The PPE must be withdrawn from use immediately when any doubt arises about its good condition or its right functioning.
Then it must be sent to the device manufacturer or to his certified representative to carry out a detailed inspection and to value
its eventual repair or destruction. If the PPE has been used to arrest a fall, it must be destroyed immediately.
PERIODIC REVIEWS
After each 12 months of utilization the PPE must be withdrawn from use for carrying out the periodic review.
During this inspection will be established admissible time for the PPE use till next periodic review. After this period, it is strictly
forbidden to use the PPE without carrying out next periodic review. All the information concerning the periodic review must be
recorded in the Identity Card. The periodic reviews and the updating of the Identity Card can be carried out by the manufac-
turer or by his authorized representative only.
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ATTENTION:
- The universal safety lanyard can be equipped only with certified snap
hooks (according to EN 362). In order to avoid any accidental opening
of the snap hooks, always check that the gate is protected with the
locking gear.
- The fall arrest system must be connected to the structural anchor point
complying with EN 795 standard or to a structural fixed point situated
above the job place with a min. static resistance of 15 kN. The shape
of the structural anchor point should not let self-acting disconnection
of the device.
- The total length of a sub-system, including a lanyard, an energy ab-
sorber, terminations and connectors, shall not exceed 2 m.
- The lanyard without an energy absorber con not be used in a fall arrest
system. Thus it is strictly forbidden to connect the full body harness' attaching
ring to the structural anchor point with a lanyard without the energy absorber.
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ADMISSIBLE TIME OF USE
The expected average life of the PPE, if it is kept as specified in this informative note and it is subjected to all periodic reviews,
is 5 years from first use date.
THE ESSENTIAL PRINCIPLES OF USE OF PPE AGAINST FALLS FROM A HEIGHT
- PPE shall only be used by a person trained and competent in its safe use.
- PPE must not be used by a person with medical condition that could affect the safety of the equipment user in normal and emergency use.
- A rescue plan shall be in place to deal with any emergencies that could arise during the work.
- It is forbidden to make any alterations or additions to the equipment without the manufacturer's prior written consent.
- Any repair shall only be carried out by equipment manufacturer or his certified representative.
- PPE shall not be used outside its limitations, or for any purpose other than that for which it is intended.
- PPE should be a personal issue item.
- Before use ensure about the compatibility of items of equipment assembled into a fall arrest system.
- Periodically check connecting and adjusting of the equipment components to avoid accidental loosening or disconnecting of the components.
- It is forbidden to use combinations of PPE in which the safe function of any items is affected by or interferes with the safe function of another.
- Before each use of PPE it is obligatory to carry out a pre-use check of the equipment, to ensure that it is in a serviceable condition and operates correctly.
- During pre-use check it is necessary to inspect all elements of the equipment in respect of any damages, excessive wear, corrosion, abra-
sion, cutting or incorrect acting, especially take into consideration: in full body harnesses and belts: buckles, adjusting elements, attaching
points, webbings, seams, loops; - in energy absorbers: attaching loops, webbing, seams, connectors; - in textile lanyards or lifelines or
guidelines: rope, loops, thimbles, connectors, adjusting element, splices; - in steel lanyards or lifelines or guidelines: cable, wires, clips,
ferrules, loops, thimbles, connectors, adjusting elements; - in retractable fall arresters: cable or webbing, retractor and brake proper acting,
casing, energy absorber, connector; - in guided type fall arresters: body of the fall arrester, sliding function, locking gear acting, rivets and
screws, connector, energy absorber; - in connectors: main body, rivets, gate, locking gear acting
- It is essential for the safety of the user that if the product is re-sold outside the original country of destination the reseller shall provide
instructions for use, for maintenance, for periodic reviews and for repair in language of the country in which the product is to be used.
- A full body harness conformed to EN 361 is the only acceptable body holding device that can be used in a fall arrest system.
- There are many hazards that may affect the performance of the equipment and corresponding safety precautions that have to be observed
during equipment utilization, especially: - trailing or looping of lanyards or lifelines over sharp edges, - any defects like cutting, abrasion,
corrosion, - climatic exposure,- pendulum falls,- extremes of temperature,- chemical reagents,- electrical conductivity.
- PPE can be cleaned without causing adverse effect on the materials in the manufacture of the equipment. For textile products use mild
detergents for delicate fabrics, wash by hand or in a machine and rinse in water. Plastic parts can be cleaned only with water. When the
equipment becomes wet, either from being in use or when due cleaning, it shall be allowed to dry naturally, and shall be kept away from
direct heat. In metallic products some mechanic parts (spring, pin, hinge, etc.) can be regularly slightly lubricated to ensure better opera-
tion. Other maintenance and cleaning procedures should be adhered to detailed instructions stated in the manual of the equipment.
- PPE must be transported in its original package.
- PPE must be stored in their original packaging, in a well-ventilated place, protected from direct light, ultraviolet degradation, damp environ-
ment, sharp edges, extreme temperatures and corrosive substances.
- The PPE must be disposed of in compliance with the local regulations in force on this subject (dump, incinerator).
- In the case of manufacturing defects this PPE will be replaced.
It is the responsibility of the user organisation to provide the IDENTITY CARD and to fill in the details required. The identity card should be
filled in before the first use of the equipment. Any information about the protective equipment (device name, serial number, date of purchase,
date of first use, user's name, information about reviews and repairs) shall be noted in the IDENTITY CARD. Do not use the PPE without
the identity card duly filled in.
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DEVICE NAME
SERIAL NUMBER
USER'S NAME
DATE OF PURCHASE
DATE INSPECTION REASON
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Registered Community Trade Mark, no 001240407 c/o UAMI - Alicante - Spagna
IDENTITY CARD
CODE
PRODUCTION DATE
DATE OF FIRST USE
TECHNICAL INSPECTIONS
DEFECTS NOTED, REPAIRS CARRIED OUT,
OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION
For more information, contact:
www.newtecsafety.com - info@newtecsafety.com - Factory: PL8310001653
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RESPONSIBLE
PERIODIC REVIEW NEXT
PERSON
DUE DATE
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