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Confined Space Davit System
User Instruction Manual
12" to 29" Offset Davit Arm
24" to 44" Offset Davit Arm
21", 33", 45", and 57" Lower Mast Extensions
3pc Portable Base for 12" to 29" Offset Davit Arm
3pc Portable Base for 24" to 44" Offset Davit Arm
This manual is intended to meet the Manufacturer's Instructions as required by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Z359 and
should be used as part of an employee training program as required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
MCS30 Rev B
1306 S. Alameda Street, Compton, CA 90221, USA Tel: 800-719-4619 Fax: 323-752-5613
021519

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  • Page 1 Confined Space Davit System User Instruction Manual 12” to 29” Offset Davit Arm 24” to 44” Offset Davit Arm 21”, 33”, 45”, and 57” Lower Mast Extensions 3pc Portable Base for 12” to 29” Offset Davit Arm 3pc Portable Base for 24” to 44” Offset Davit Arm This manual is intended to meet the Manufacturer’s Instructions as required by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Z359 and...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Appendix A ......................... For the purposes of this manual, the Confined Space Davit System may be referred to as the Davit, the system, or the unit. Throughout this manual, ANSI Z359.0-2012 fall protection words, phrases and terms are used. These terms are all formally defined in Section 8.0 of this manual.

  • Page 3: Warnings And Important Information

    Do not alter or intentionally misuse this equipment. • Consult FallTech when using this equipment in combination with components or subsystems other than those described in this manual. • Do not connect rebar hooks, large carabiners, or large snap hooks to the FBH dorsal D-rings as this may cause a roll-out condition and/or unintentional disengagement.

  • Page 4: Application

    Davit Arms, Lower Mast Extensions, and Bases. Application Limits: The FallTech Confined Space Davit is a dynamic anchorage system that will vary in its performance depending upon configured offset. Care should be taken to understand the capacity of the system and anchorage strength requirements.

  • Page 5: Installation And Use

    Installation and Use General Rescue Requirements: The equipment specified in this manual is designed to work as part of a system to help facilitate non-entry rescue and entry rescue from confined spaces. Confined spaces vary in size, shape, configuration, and hazard. The equipment/device(s) detailed in this manual may not be suitable for use during some permit-required confined space entries.
  • Page 6 4.2.3 Dual Line – Winch and SRD/Alternate PFAS - Entry/Egress Using Ladder When a confined space has an existing ladder but the attendant is unable to maintain a taut winch line as the entrant descends and ascends from the confined space, it is possible to use a regular SRD or Fall Arrestor Connector Subsystem (FACSS) to provide protection from impacting and overloading the winch during a fall event.
  • Page 7 Davit Arm Assembly 4.3.1 12” to 29” Offset Davit Arm The 12” to 29” Offset Davit Arm is shipped in a folded position, see Figure 6. Remove the push button pin as shown in Figure 7. Rotate the arm into position and align the top tube hole with the hole in the bracket, see Figure 8. Insert the push button pin as shown in Figure 9.
  • Page 8 4.3.2 24” to 44” Offset Davit Arm The 24” to 44” Offset Davit Arm is shipped partially disassembled, see Figure 11. Remove the detent pin as shown and insert the extension tube into the arm sleeve, see Figure 12. Insert the detent pin into the desired Pin Position as shown in Figure 13. Figure 11 Figure 12 Figure 13...
  • Page 9 3pc Portable Base Assembly (Applies to both base sizes) IMPORTANT Please see Table 2 in Appendix A for 3pc Portable Base compatibility. The davit base legs are shipped in a different orientation to optimize packaging and storage when not in use, Figure 15. To assemble, the legs must be rotated from the packed position to the proper orientation for use.
  • Page 10 Figure 20 Figure 21 Confined Space Davit System Assembly Place the Portable Base in the location suitable for the application. Insert the Lower Mast Extension, see Figure 22, into the Portable Base sleeve with the position limiting bolt toward the front of the base as shown in Figure 23.
  • Page 11 Leveling When using the Confined Space Davit System, the base must be level at all times with the legs pinned and tightened in place. To level of the davit, adjust each leg height until the bubble is centered in the bubble level, see Figure 26.
  • Page 12 To attach a winch or 3-Way to the Davit Device Receiver Bracket, place the notch in the device side bracket over the bottom bar of the bracket as shown in Figure 30. Rotate to align the upper holes, see Figure 31. Insert the provided detent pin, see Figure 32. Figure 30 Figure 31 Figure 32...

  • Page 13: Maintenance, Service, And Storage

    Do not use the FallTech Confined Space Davit or additional equipment if it fails any part of this inspection. Inspection Frequency: Pre-Use: Inspect the Confined Space Davit System and additional equipment weekly as outlined in section 6.1. All installations must be approved to local standards by a Qualified Person.
  • Page 14 Inspection Document: Record inspection results on the Inspection Record provided below or on a similar document. Inspection Record Model #:_________________________ Serial #:_________________________ Date of Manufacture:_________________________ INSPECTION INSPECTOR COMMENTS PASS/FAIL CORRECTIVE ACTION NEEDED APPROVED BY DATE MCS30 Rev B 021519...

  • Page 15: Labels

    This TOLERANCES ARE: SCALE SHEET SIZE 0 to 6 ........... 800.719.4619 www.falltech.com 800.719.4619 www.falltech.com component is rated for a maximum moment of 6 to 30 ......... WEIGHT (FOR REFERENCE ONLY) 5,750 ft-lbs. Self-retracting devices or shock 30 to 120 ........
  • Page 16 02/04/2019 Outlined Editable *Actual Size* 24”to 44” Davit Arm Labels *80% of Actual Size* 412-01652 Rev A falltech.com (800) 719-4619 INSPECTION GRID CONFINED SPACE DAVIT MARK ON DATE GRID A) INITIAL SERVICE DATE B) DATE OF PASSED INSPECTION. IF UNIT FAILS INSPECTION REMOVE IT FROM SERVICE.
  • Page 17 IF UNIT FAILS INSPECTION REMOVE IT FROM SERVICE. SEE USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR INSPECTION GUIDELINES. CHECKED J F M A M J J A S O N D TITLE www.falltech.com www.falltech.com 800.719.4619 800.719.4619 SURFACE FINISH Label, Davit, Mast Height Label 63.5mm...
  • Page 18 DESCRIPTION DATE DRAWN THAT THEY WILL NOT BE DISCLOSED TO THIRD PARTIES PRELIMINARY INITIAL RELEASE 9-12-17 DO NOT REMOVE LABEL DO NOT REMOVE LABEL 95mm 800.719.4619 www.falltech.com 800.719.4619 www.falltech.com 63.5mm MATERIAL DRAWN Samuel Andrade 9-11-17 Polycarbonate coated vinyl Model#: Model#:...

  • Page 19: Definitions

    Definitions The following are general definitions of fall protection terms as defined by ANSI Z359.0-2012. Anchorage -A secure connecting point or a terminating component of a fall protection system or rescue system capable of safely supporting the impact forces applied by a fall protection system or anchorage subsystem. Anchorage Connector - A component or subsystem that functions as an interface between the anchorage and a fall protection, work positioning, rope access or rescue system for the purpose of coupling the system to the anchorage.
  • Page 20 Horizontal Lifeline – A component of a horizontal lifeline subsystem, consisting of a flexible line with connectors or other coupling means at both ends for securing it horizontally between two anchorages or anchorage connectors. Horizontal Lifeline Subsystem – An assembly, including the necessary connectors, comprised of a horizontal lifeline component and, optionally, of: a) An energy absorbing component or, b) A lifeline tensioner component, or both.
  • Page 21 Appendix A Table 1: Specifications for Confined Space Davit System Minimum Tensile Strength Standards & Part Numbers Maximum User Capacity Image and Material Regulations 6061-T6 Aluminum Zinc Plated Steel 12” to 29” Offset Arm Minimum 5,750 ft-lb Moment Rated 6500128...
  • Page 22 Table 2: Confined Space Davit Compatibility Chart Davit Arm Compatible 3pc Portable Base Compatible Lower Mast Extension 6500728 3pc Portable Base for 12” to 29” Offset Davit Arm 6500128 12” to 29” Offset Davit Arm 6500844 3pc Portable Base for 24”...
  • Page 23 Fixed Barrel Mount Sleeve for Confined Space Davit Note: The above listing shows the most common FallTech masts, bases and sleeves that are compatible with the FallTech Confined Space Davit System. Contact FallTech for additional information regarding other components not on this list.