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DO NOT alter this equipment or intentionally misuse it. DO NOT use fall protection equipment for
purposes other than those for which it was designed. DO NOT use fall protection equipment for
towing, hoisting or material handling.
If PPE is resold, it is essential that instructions for use, maintenance, and periodic examination are
provided in the language of destination.
DO NOT use MSA Fall Protection products if under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
MSA or persons or entities authorized in writing by the manufacturer, shall make all repairs to the
equipment. No unauthorized repairs and/or modifications are permitted.
RESCUE AND EVACUATION: The user must have a rescue plan and the means at hand to imple-
ment it. The plan must take into account the equipment and special training necessary to effect
prompt rescue under all foreseeable conditions. If the rescue be from a confined space, the provi-
sions of OSHA regulation 1910.146 and ANSI Z 117.1 must be taken into account. Although a
rescue plan and the means to implement it must always be in place, it is a good idea to provide
means for user evacuation without assistance of others. This will usually reduce the time to get to
a safe place and reduce or prevent the risk to rescuers.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in serious personal injury or death.
1.5
Usage Limitations
The following applications limitations must be considered and planned for before using the PointGuard
Concrete Anchorage Connector Strap.
1.5.1
Physical Limitations
The anchorage connector strap is designed for one person. See instruction labels on each fall protec-
tion subsystem component to determine the limiting user weight capacity of the system.
1.5.2
Chemical Hazards
Acidic, alkaline or other environments with harsh substances may damage the hardware elements of
the anchorage connector strap. If working in a chemically aggressive environment, consult MSA to
determine which anchorage connector material is better for your specific conditions. When working in
the presence of chemicals, more frequent inspection of the anchorage connector strap is required.
1.5.3
Corrosion
Do not expose the anchorage connector strap to corrosive environments for prolonged periods.
Organic substances and salt water are particularly corrosive to metal parts. When working in corrosive
environments, more frequent inspection, cleaning and drying of the anchorage connector strap is
required.
1.5.4
Electrical Hazards
Use extreme caution when working near energized electrical sources. Metal hardware will conduct
electric current. Maintain a safe working distance (preferably at least 10 feet - 3 m) from electrical
hazards.
1.5.5
Impact Forces
Any anchorage connector strap which has been subjected to the forces of arresting a fall must be
immediately removed from service and marked as "UNUSABLE" until destroyed.
1.6
Liability
MSA accepts no liability in cases where the device has been use inappropriately or not as intended.
The selection and use of the device are the exclusive responsibility of the individual operator.
Product liability claims, warranties and guarantees made by MSA with respect to the device are voided,
if not used, serviced or maintained in accordance with the instructions in this manual.
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