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2.5 Locking Speed
The nature of this equipment requires sufficient space in the working area to allow for the SRL to lock. Working in small or confined spaces may keep the
user’s body from reaching the speed needed to lock the SRL during a fall. Working on slowly shifting materials, such as grain or sand, may not allow the
speed needed to cause the SRL to lock.
2.6 Normal Operations
During normal operation the SRL lifeline should freely extend and retract without hesitation. When moving at normal speeds the lifeline will have no
slack. A fall will activate the brake system and stop the fall. Avoid sudden or fast movements during normal operation as this may cause the SRL to lock.
2.7 Free Fall
In order to ensure reduced fall distances, always attempt to anchor the SRL directly overhead. Overhead anchoring will limit free fall distance to a
minimum length. Be aware of workers sharing the workspace to avoid becoming tangled with another worker. Steer clear of objects that could fall and
impact the lifeline. The lifeline should never pass under the user’s arms or legs. The lifeline should never be knotted, clamped, or be otherwise restricted
from retraction or a taut state.
2.8 Hazards
External hazards can require additional precautions to be taken when using this SRL. Hazards may include but are not limited to: Overhead operations,
other equipment, other workers, external environment, weather and walking surface. Users should be trained to watch for other hazards not listed here.
2.9 Sharp Edges
Use of this equipment should be avoided in areas where the lifeline may come into contact with sharp, abrasive and/or leading edges unless otherwise
noted.
2.10 Body Support
The SRL must be used with a Full Body Harness. The Full Body Harness must connect via the dorsal D-ring. Safewaze SRL’s are not rated for use with
a body belt. Use of Safewaze SRL’s with a body belt may result in injury.
2.11 Fall Clearance
It is important to make sure that adequate clearance is available. An example of calculating your Minimum Required Fall Clearance is shown in
(Figure 2).
2.12 Minimum Required Fall Clearance Latitude HD SRL’s
ANSI Z359.14, ANSI A10.32
OSHA 1910.66, OSHA 1926.502
020051
ANSI Z359.14, ANSI A10.32
OSHA 1910.66, OSHA 1926.502
020051
A
2 ft
SRL Deceleration Distance
B
1 ft
Harness Stretch / D-ring Shift
C
1 ft
Safety Factor
D
4 ft
Sub-Total for Minimum Required Fall Clearance
E
*Additional Fall Clearance for Swing Fall
(If swing fall hazard exists refer to Table 7, Page 13)
F
Total Fall Clearance Required
A
C
B
Latitude HD SRL Minimum Required Fall Clearance
FIGURE 2 - DETERMINING MINIMUM REQUIRED FALL CLEARANCE
