Introduction; Applicable Safety Standards; Worker Classifications - Guardian 15176 Instruction Manual

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a Guardian Fall Protection Window Gap Anchor. 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.
This and any other included instructions must be made available to the user of the equipment. The user must
understand how to safely and effectively use the Window Gap Anchor, and all fall safety equipment used in
combination with the Window Gap Anchor.
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. Applicable standards and regulations depend on the type of work being done, and
also might include state regulations if applicable. Consult regulatory agencies for more information on
personal fall arrest systems and associated components.

Worker Classifications

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CAUTION
Qualified Person: A person with an accredited degree or certification, and with extensive experience or
sufficient professional standing, who is considered proficient in planning and reviewing the conformity of fall
protection and rescue systems.
Competent Person: A highly trained and experienced person who is ASSIGNED BY THE EMPLOYER to be
responsible for all elements of a fall safety program, including, but not limited to, its regulation, management,
and application. A person who is proficient in identifying existing and predictable fall hazards, and who has
the authority to stop work in order to eliminate hazards.
Authorized Person: A person who is assigned by their employer to work around or be subject to potential or
existing fall hazards.
It is the responsibility of a Qualified or Competent person to supervise the job site and ensure all
applicable safety regulations are complied with.
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User Information
Understand the following definitions of those who
work near or who may be exposed to fall hazards.