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User Manual 2 PERSON TEMPORARY KERNMANTLE ROPE HORIZONTAL LIFELINE Compliant with OSHA 1910, OSHA 1926 Subpart M ANSI A10-14 2047 V1.7 2019 Copyright SafeWaze...
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This product is part of a complete fall protection system. User’s must utilize, and connect to a SafeWaze Horizontal Lifeline (HLL) system with ANSI Z359 compliant restraint or Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS). This product is not designed, nor should be used as a component for a Postioning, Suspension, or Rescue System.
The user must understand how to safely and effectively use a Horizontal Lifeline, and all fall protection equipment used in conjunction with such. The SafeWaze Kernmantle Rope Horizontal Lifeline has been designed for your safety. These Horizontal Lifeline systems are designed to offer users a flexible achorage between two structures.
User Manual 4.0 Product Specific Applications Personal Fall Arrest: SafeWaze Kernmantle Rope Horizontal Lifelines can be used as part of a complete Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) for a maximum of 2 users. The structure utilized for attachment must be capable of withstanding a load of 5,000 lbs in all directions permitted by the system.
Non-compatible connectors may unintentionally disengage (See Figure 3). Connectors must be compatible in size, shape, and strength. Self-locking snap hooks and carabiners are required by ANSI Z359 and OSHA guidelines. Contact SafeWaze if you have any questions about compatibility. NOTE: SOME SPECIALITY CONNECTORS HAVE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS.
Ensure all connectors are fully closed and locked. SafeWaze connectors (snap hooks and carabiners) are designed to be used only as specified in each product’s user’s instructions. See figure 4 for examples of inappropriate connections.
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Maximum one user at one time with a capacity up to 420 lbs. per worker including tools and equipment Full Body Harnesses Only Full Body Harnesses may be used with a SafeWaze Kernmantle Rope Horizontal Lifeline. Use of Shock Absorbing Lanyards Fall Clearance Requirements when utilizing a 6’...
Configuration 2 is a complete HLL system, and includes two SafeWaze FS810-6 Cross Arm Straps for anchorage connection (See Figure 6). Configuration 3 is a complete HLL system, and includes two SafeWaze 018-4000 Chain Anchors for anchorage connection (See Figure 7).
The user must read and understand these User Instructions, as well as the User Instructions for every component/subsystem of the personal fall arrest system. The entire Safewaze Kernmantle Rope Horizontal Lifeline system, and its subsystems, must be inspected prior to each use for wear, damage, and other deterioration. All snaphooks and carabiners must be able to self-close and lock.
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(6) 5/16” x 3” lag bolts, or with (12) customer supplied 16D Nails. All fasteners must be fully embedded into sheathing and joist (See Figure 8). The 018-4000 Chain Anchor can be removed and re-used unless the Chain Anchor is Page 10 V1.7 2019 Copyright SafeWaze...
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(See Figure 9E). Step 5. Connect to System Once properly tensioned, connect a PFAS system only to the connection O-rings preinstalled on the lifeline. FIGURE 8 - CHAIN ANCHOR INSTALLATION LAG BOLT LAG BOLT SHEATHING TRUSS Page 11 V1.7 2019 Copyright SafeWaze...
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Tension rope until wheel slips or no longer rotates Tensioning Nut Specifications: -Plated Steel -Designed to be used with the SafeWaze Kernmantle Rope Horizontal Lifeline System -Weight: 3.6 lbs -Minimum Break Strength of 16mm Kernmantle Rope 9,807 lbs. Meets all ANSI and OSHA specifications Page 12...
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Anchorage Max. 100 Ft Span Length The SafeWaze Kernmantle Horizontal Lifeline is designed as a temporary reusable anchorage subsystem for attachment of up to two Personal Fall Arrest systems. The Kernmantle Horizontal Lifeline subsystem is comprised of 32 strand, 12,000 lbs.
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Fall Clearance Chart Fall Clearance Chart Class A SRD Class B SRD SafeWaze Required Fall Clearance for Up to 2 Users SafeWaze Required Fall Clearance for Up to 2 Users Maximum Span 100 ft. Maximum Span 100 ft. Fall Clearance with...
NEVER ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THIS UNIT OR TAMPER WITH ITS FUNCTION IN ANY WAY! Storage When not installed, the SafeWaze Horizontal Lifeline should be stored in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. Do not store in areas where damage from environmental factors such as heat, light, excessive moisture, oil, chemicals and their vapors, or other degrading elements may be present.
INCLUDING TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT IS 310 LBS. MATERIALS: Rope: Polyester Cover, Nylon Core Rope Tensioner: Steel Anchor Straps: Polyester Hardware: Steel THIS HLL SYSTEM MEETS OSHA REQUIREMENTS FOR FALL PROTECTION WHEN USED AS DEFINED IN THE USER’S MANUAL 019706 019704 Page 19 V1.7 2019 Copyright SafeWaze...