Product Lifespan - Spanset Gotcha Remote Rescue Kit User Instructions

SpanSet Training
SpanSet offers training either on site or at our own premises,
in all aspects of height safety. Courses are accredited under
ourregistration to ISO 9001, and certificates are issued on
successful completion.
Although it is not compulsory, for the safety of all users
SpanSet recommends you take advantage of this training
service,please contact us for further details.
Gotcha Remote
Rescue kit

Product Lifespan

It is mandatory by European Law that all PPE must be
supplied with comprehensive User Instructions which detail
the lifespan of the product, and the inspection requirements.
Current European standards state at least every 12 months
the equipment must be examined by a competent person
authorised by SpanSet and the results recorded.
The actual frequency of the periodic inspection is the
responsibility of the competent person in charge of the
maintenance of the product. Aggressive or arduous conditions
and constant use will potentially reduce the working life of
the product and so a more frequent inspection regime will be
required to effectively monitor this.
In accordance with BS8437:2005 SpanSet recommend
that PPE for Work at Height is thoroughly examined by a
competent person:
– When issued into service for the first time
– Periodically at intervals not exceeding 6 months
– Interim inspections where required
SpanSet recommend that Pre-Use checks are carried out by
the user before each and every use. Any concerns about the
condition of equipment must result in the item undergoing a
thorough interim inspection.
The equipment should only be used if it is found to be in a fit
condition.
In addition SpanSet give this product a period of
obsolescence of 10 years from date of manufacture, even if
never used.
Products should be withdrawn from service if they meet any
one of the following criteria:
1) Failure of a thorough examination
2) Subjected to or Used to arrest a fall
3) The period of obsolescence (shelflife)
Compatibility and use of PPE is the responsibility of the user.
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