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- Page 1 Product Name: Friction Fit Bracket Part #: 15026 Instruction Manual Do not throw away these instructions! Read and understand these instructions before using equipment!
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Notes Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Guardian Fall Protection Friction Fit Bracket. This manual must be read and understood in its entirety, and used as part of an employee training program as required by OSHA or any applicable state agency. -
Page 4: Applicable Safety Standards
User Information Date of First Use: Serial #: Trainer: User: Applicable Safety Standards When used according to instruction specifications, this product meets or exceeds all applicable OSHA 1926 Subpart M and OSHA 1910 standards for fall protection. Applicable standards and regulations depend on the type of work being done, and also might include state-specific regulations. -
Page 5: Safety Information
Safety Information Failure to understand and comply with safety regulations may result in serious injury or death. Regulations included herein are not all-inclusive, WARNING are for reference only, and are not intended to replace a Competent Person’s judgment or knowledge of federal or state standards. Do not alter equipment. - Page 6 Equipment that fails inspection in any way must immediately be removed from use, or repaired by an entity approved by the manufacturer. No on-site repair of equipment unless explicitly permitted by Guardian Fall Protection. Equipment subjected to forces of fall arrest must immediately be removed from use.
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Page 7: Maintenance, Cleaning, And Storage
Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage Repairs to Friction Fit Bracket can only be made by a Guardian Fall Protection representative o an entity authorized by Guardian. Contact Guardian for all maintenance and repair needs at: 1-800-466-6385. If a Friction Fit Bracket fails inspection in any way, immediately remove it from service, and contact Guardian to inquire about its return or repair. -
Page 8: Product Specific Applications
Product Specific Applications Use of equipment in unintended applications may result in serious WARNING injury or death. Maximum 1 attachment per connection point. Friction Fit Bracket may be used in Fall Prevention applications ONLY. Fall Prevention Systems are placed around the leading edges of any and all fall hazards to prevent a worker from going over an edge, and may be used in substitute of Fall Protection or safety netting systems. -
Page 9: Limitations
Limitations Fall Clearance: There must be sufficient clearance below the anchorage connector to arrest a fall before the user strikes the ground or an obstruction. When calculating fall clearance, account for a MINIMUM 3’ safety factor, deceleration distance, user height, length of lanyard/SRL, and all other applicable factors. - Page 10 Compatibility: When making connections with Friction Fit Bracket, eliminate all possibility of roll-out. Roll-out occurs when interference between a hook and the attachment point causes the hook gate to unintentionally open and release. All connections must be selected and deemed compatible with Friction Fit Bracket by a Competent Person.
- Page 11 Correct Anchorage Positioning: This chart details allowable working zones required to reduce risk of swing falls and improper side loading. ALWAYS adhere to information specified by chart. Anchor Distance Working Distance Working Angle From Along Roof Edge From Leading Edge (Y) (Either Direction) (X) Perpendicular (Ø) 6’...
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Page 12: Components And Specifications
Components and Specifications Materials: zinc-plated steel. Clamp Bolts: Zinc-plated steel. 1/2”-13 x 5”, Grade 5. Clamp Plates Clamp Bolts Grip Tape Guardrail Post Installation Location 5” 4½”... -
Page 13: Installation And Use
Installation and Use Prior to use, plan your system: MAXIMUM spacing between Friction Fit Brackets: 8’. 1. Upon complete assembly and installation, all leading edges of fall hazards must be blocked, or a supplemental Fall Protection system MUST be used in combination with, but never connected to, the applicable Fall Prevention system. - Page 14 Installation: 1. Loosen Clamp Bolts so Friction Fit Bracket will fit over selected 2” x 4” fascia board. Friction Fit Bracket must be installed from bottom of fascia board. Clamp Bolts must face away from work area. 2. Place Friction Fit Bracket onto selected fascia board, and ensure that, when closed, Clamp Plates will lie completely flush against fascia board.
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Page 15: Labels
Labels Friction Fit Bracket Part #: 15026 Prior to use, read and understand all manufacturer’s instructions provided with equipment at time of shipment from manufacturer. Compliant with all OSHA 1910 and OSHA 1926 Subpart M regulations. Date of manufacture: Material: 100% steel. -
Page 16: Inspection Log
Inspection Log User must inspect prior to EACH use. Competent Person other than user must complete formal inspection at least every 6 months. Competent Person to inspect and initial. Date of First Use: __________________. Product lifetime is indefinite, as long as it passes pre-use and Competent Person inspections.
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