Tractel Blocfor Manual De Instalación, De Utilización Y De Mantenimiento página 8

1. Important instructions
1.1. General warning
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Read this general warning first.
In confined space operations, safety is a matter
of life or death for operators and bystanders.
This warning is your share of duties for achieving
overall safety.
1.1.1. Your duty to understand and comply
1. Before using the Davitrac™+ or Davitrac™, it is
essential that the supervisor and operator read
and review, and understood the operating manuals
of Davitrac™+ or Davitrac™ and each associated
accessory provided by Tractel
effective use of the equipment of the Davitrac™+
or Davitrac™ and related accessories. All manuals
related to the equipment being used must be made
available at all times to all operators.
2. These manuals should be available at all times to
all users. Keep these instructions handy for easy
reference whenever required. Extra copies are
available from Tractel
3. Before using this safety equipment, it is essential
that users are trained in its use. Check the condition
of the product and associated equipment and
ensure there is enough vertical clearance.
4. Never operate the equipment if any warning,
operating or capacity instructions affixed to the
device are obscured or missing. In such case
contact Tractel for the supply of labels or exchange
of the unit (for stamped instructions) under
commercial conditions.
5. The product may only be used by trained and skilled
operators or by operators under the oversight of a
competent person being fully aware of the applicable
safety regulations and requirements of federal, state,
provincial, and local safety regulations not only applicable
to the Davitrac™+ or Davitrac™, but also to the entire
confined space system or any component of it.
6. Equipment associated with the use of Davitrac™+
or Davitrac™, must comply with applicable safety
regulations, local, state, federal and regional.
Tractel denies liability for any incident due to
non-compliance of components not sold or not
recommended by Tractel.
7. No modification or addition may be made to the
equipment without prior written approval from
Tractel. The equipment must be transported and
stored in its original packaging.
8. The Davitrac™+ or Davitrac™ and attached
equipment should not be used beyond its limits or in
any situation other than that for which it is designed:
see "4. Functions and description."
9. Never load the Davitrac™+ or Davitrac™ or
components above their rated load.
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10. This product is suitable for use in a temperature
range from -31°F to +140°F. (-35°C to +60°C).
11. Any harness and associated fall arrest equipment
which has been subjected to fall arresting service
must be removed immediately from service and
clearly marked "DO NOT USE".
12. Harness must then be destroyed and replaced or
as per company policy. Other equipment must
be returned to Tractel
verification.
1.1.2. Your duty to inspect and maintain
1. A visual inspection is required before each use; the
operator must make sure that each component is
in good working order, in particular by inspecting
the condition and presence of the mast rotation
ring on the mast. When it is put in place, the safety
functions must not have deteriorated in any way.
2. The product may not be used before an inspection
by Tractel or by an authorized and trained
technician, who must first authorize the reuse of the
system in writing, if:
i. it is not in a visibly good condition,
ii. Its safety is in doubt,
iii. it has been used to arrest a fall,
iv. it has not undergone a periodic inspection in the
course of the previous 12 months; user safety
depends on the proper maintenance of the
efficiency and strength of the equipment.
3. The manufacturer declines any responsibility for
consequences of repairs or modifications brought
out of its control to the product, especially by
replacement of original parts or repairs by another
manufacturer.
4. Except for the operations described in this manual,
the maintenance of Tractel Ltd. Equipment as well
as repair must be exclusively done by an authorized
(written approval) service center or by Tractel.
1.1.3. Your duty to train and control people
1. Do not use the Davitrac™+ or Davitrac™ system and
components unless properly trained on the system.
2. Before operating, a worker should be:
i. mentally and physically fit for the purpose,
especially at heights or in confined spaces;
ii. free from the influence of alcohol or drugs;
iii. competent for the job to be performed;
iv. familiar with the equipment and all applicable
safety rules, regulations, and requirements;
v. trained under safe conditions, for working under
the above requirements.
3. Wear appropriate protective gear including, but not
limited to: a hard hat, heavy gloves, safety glasses,
safety shoes with slip-resistant soles, and protective
clothing.
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