Falltech Web SRL 7262, Instructions Manual

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Table of Contents 

Section 1:  Warnings and Advisories 
 
Section 2:  Fall Protection Basics – ABCD’s 
 

2.1:  Anchorage 
2.2:  Body wear 
2.3:  Connectors/Connecting devices 
2.4:  Deceleration devices 
2.5:  Fall Arrest 
2.6:  Fall Restraint 
2.7:  Work Positioning 
2.8:  Free-fall 
2.9:  Clear-fall 
2.10:  Swing-fall    

 
Section 3:  Use and Limitations 
 

3.1:  General Guidelines 
3.2:  Approved applications 
3.3:  Restricted Applications 
3.4:  Installation and use 

 
Section 4:  Product Selection 
 
Section 5:  Anchorage Considerations 
 
Section 6:  Employer and User Training 
 

6.1:  Special notes for the employer 
6.2:  User training 

 
Section 7:  Fall Protection Plan 
 

7.1:  The fall protection plan 
7.2:  Suspension trauma 
7.3:  Rescue plan 

 
Section 8:  Product Inspection 
 

8.1:  Issuing 
8.2:  Daily/Incidental use 
8.3:  Mandatory semi-annual inspection 

 
Section 9:  Maintenance and Storage 
 
Section 10:  Specifications 
 

10.1:  Mandatory disclosures 
10.2:  Performance specifications 
10.3:  Labels and markings 
10.4:  Standards and references

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Section 1:  Warnings and Advisories 

 
This product is to be used as a part of a personal fall arrest system, 
and should be used only with compatible components.  Please see 
Advisory #3 in this section for further details.  Failure to use 
compatible components can result in a failure of the system to 
perform as intended, which may result in serious injury or death. 
 
Throughout the OSHA regulations for safety and health, there are 
references to Competent Persons and Qualified Persons.  ANSI 
Z359.0-2007 goes on to further define the roles and qualifications of 
these individuals; as well as Authorized Persons, and their 
importance in the workplace.  These terms are also used in these 
instructions.  Below is a brief description of the part these 
individuals play in the employment of fall protection equipment: 
 
Authorized Person - a person who is exposed to fall hazards during 
the course of their work.  This individual requires formal training in 
the use of personal fall protection equipment and systems. 
 
Competent Person – a trained and experienced person who is 
designated to supervise, implement and monitor an employer’s 
managed fall protection program.  This individual is capable of 
identifying and addressing fall hazards and is authorized to make 
decisions and take corrective action in the workplace. 
 
Qualified Person – a person possessing a degree or professional 
certificate and having extensive training, knowledge and experience 
with fall protection and who is capable of designing and specifying 
fall protection equipment and systems to address fall hazards. 
 
Please read these instructions and be sure that you understand 
them prior to utilizing this equipment.  Also be sure to read the 
instructions included with other components which are being 
utilized in your Personal Fall Arrest System (Harnesses, 
connectors, anchorage connectors, etc.).  Failure to understand and 
comply with manufacturer’s instructions may result in serious 
injury or death.  IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND ANY PART OF 
THESE INSTRUCTIONS, PLEASE HAVE THEM EXPLAINED TO YOU 
BY A COMPETENT PERSON. 
 
This product is to be used as part of a complete fall arrest system in 
accordance with industry-recognized best-practices and your 
employer’s fall protection plan, as required by the Occupational 
Health and Safety Administration.  Be aware of your employer’s fall 
protection plan and rescue plan.  Be aware of the specific fall