OPERATING SAFETY
1. Read, understand and follow the User
Manual and signs on the equipment
before using, maintaining or inspecting
the equipment.
2. Train all operators before allowing them
to use the equipment. An untrained
operator exposes themselves,
bystanders and workers to possible
serious injury or death.
3. Visually inspect the equipment and all
auxiliary components and equipment
before using. Correct any problems
before using the equipment.
4. Securely anchor the winch before using.
5. Use only certified anchor and connector
components in your system.
6. All anchor points, or mounting/setup
locations for permanent or portable
systems must be approved to local
standards by a qualified engineer.
7. Use only an approved body harness for
the workers.
8. Always work in teams. One person
works in the confined space and the
other one pays out the line and reels it
in.
9. Do not use the equipment when the
winch brake wear indicators display in
the red or 1 year in service (which ever
comes first). Return equipment to
manufacturer for service.
10. Do not exceed 310lbs. (141 kg) on the
personal man rated lifeline during
operation.
11. Use only retractable lifelines or shock
absorber with a maximum arrest force
(MAF) equal to or lower than the lowest
rated component of your system.
12. Establish a regular training program for
new and experienced workers.
13. Establish a detailed inspection program
for your equipment and document the
findings. Return the equipment to the
manufacturer for rework if any problems
are found.
14. Plan your work program before
starting. Have the required people,
equipment and procedures available to
do the job.
15.
Do not use the equipment around
physical or environmental hazards. This
list includes but is not limited to:
a. Corrosion that may affect the
structural integrity of the life line or
other components.
b. Chemicals which can degrade
components and not be visible.
c. Toxic gases: Rescuers or workers
can be killed in toxic environments.
d. Heat or elevated temperatures.
e. Moving machinery: Workers or
auxiliary equipment can be
contacted by or pulled into moving
components.
f. Sharp edges: Workers or the
rescue equipment can be injured
by or damaged by sharp edges or
components.
g. Electrical hazards: Stay away from
power lines or components carrying
electrical power.
h. Overload: Do not exceed a
personal load capacity of 310 lbs.
(141 kg) or material load capacity
of 620lbs. (282 kg) during
operation.
i. Follow confined space regulations
in Standards.
j. Noise: wear appropriate noise
protection where necessary.
k. Environmental hazards: do not
operate equipment during electrical
storms.
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