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Basic cleaning, storage and transportation
To remove light soiling the Latchways PRD descender device exterior may be cleaned, with warm water
(max 40°C /100°F) and pure soap or a mild detergent. Care should be taken to a avoid getting soap
or detergent into adjuster and quick release buckles. After cleaning, rinse thoroughly with fresh clean
water then remove excess water with a dry cloth. Allow to dry naturally, away from direct heat, then
examine fully before storing or returning to use.
Store in a cool, dry, clean environment. Ensure the Latchways PRD descender device is protected from
extreme humidity, dust, oil and direct sunlight. If the Latchways PRD descender device is wet, allow
to dry naturally before storage. Inspect the Latchways PRD descender device after long periods of
storage. During transportation the device must be protected to prevent damage or contamination.
Lubrication of the equipment is not required and no maintenance, other than cleaning, shall be
undertaken.
Glossary of key terms
Personal Rescue Device (Latchways PRD)
: an integrated harness system for self-rescue made
up of an Approved harness, Latchways PRD descender device and backpack.
Latchways PRD Descender device:
unit consisting of a fall arrest attachment point, braking
mechanism and descent line.
Descent line:
kernmantle rope contained within the descender device allowing the User to
descend to a lower position.
Load-line:
textile webbing contained within the descender device connecting the fall arrest
attachment point to the descent line.
Release cord:
webbing on shoulder strap which is pulled enabling mechanical release of the
descent mechanism.
User:
a person that has been trained and is competent in the safe use and operation of the
Latchways PRD descender device and is also trained and competent in the pre-use checks.
Competent person:
a person, other than the User, competent in the examination of PPE in
accordance with MSA instructions.
Technician:
a person, other then the User, trained by MSA in the examination, recertifiication and
repair of Latchways PRD descender devices, in accordance with MSA instructions.
Periodic examination:
checks that shall be completed by a Competent person or Technician at
least every 12 months.
Release pin:
pin within the descent device that releases to initiate a descent.
Backpack:
textile bag attached to the Approved harness containing the Latchways PRD
descender device.
Anchor point:
fall arrest anchor device which complies to the relevant national standard.
Approved harness:
Full body harness selected from the Approved MSA harness list; suitable for
use with the Latchways PRD descender device and compliant with relevant national standards.
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