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Planning the Installation
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Planning the Installation
In the preceding section of this manual we described the many components of the Dyna-Glide system.
Before these can be assembled into a system the requirements which the system must satisfy have to be
determined. This starts by identifying the places, which must be accessed, tbe climbing path, the footing
and band holds for the climber, and the structure to which the rail system will be attached.
Special attention must be paid to the workplace geometry and required mobility of the user. The objective
of the system design is to provide protection throughout the user's ascent, descent and work. Consideration
must be given to environmental factors and the location and nature of hazards before a plan can be devel-
oped which eliminates or effectively controls the user's exposure to these hazards.
Avoid installation where objects falling from above can strike the climber or damage the rail system. Follow
all utility company rules when installations are made near electrically energized lines. Always have a plan
for rescue of personnel using the rail system.
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Making the Installation
3.1
Equipment Required
The only equipment, which is normally necessary to make an installation of a rail system to a fixed ladder is:
a)
Wrenches, eight inches long open and box ends of 3/4 inches.
b)
A bolt bag and rope for conveying the clamps, brackets, bolts, nuts and washers from the ground to
the installer.
c)
A pulley and rope for raising rail sections and the bolt bag to the installer.
d)
A clamp or lash to temporarily bold a rail section in place until attachment to the rail connector is
made.
e)
A full body harness.
f)
A work positioning lanyard.
g)
A suitable temporary fall arrester/lifeline with anchorage means.
h)
A tool belt with separate bags for bolts, nuts and washers.
i)
A tape measure.
j)
Two-way radios (2) (optional)
k)
If
required, a miter box for cutting steel rail.
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3.2
Personnel Required
Two persons are required to make an installation to a fixed vertical ladder. One person (the "climbing
installer") climbs and installs the rail sections one at a time. The second person is on the ground (the "ground
person") and deploys materials to the climber.
The climbing installer and the ground person should both be trained and experienced climbers versed in
safety at heights - including rescue procedures. Unless there are other personnel at ground level who are
trained and equipped for rescue, the ground person must be prepared to immediately effect a rescue oper-
ation. This includes wearing the proper equipment at all times and having means of calling others for emer-
gency assistance. If the climbing installer and ground person switch roles to spell each other off, then both
must be equipped, trained and fit to assume the duties and responsibilities of both roles.
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