Honeywell Miller SCORPION 1016840 Series User Instruction Manual page 7

To minimise the pendulum effect in case of fall, the user must limit movements to the side in
the working zone to 1,5 m of the anchorage axis; otherwise, use a lifeline access in conform-
ity with EN 795 class C.
If risk analysis performed before the works begin reveals that the fall edge is a «particularly
sharp and (or) is not free of burrs» (e.g.: edge of terrace roof without facing, sheet metal
cladding or sharp edge of concrete) or if the angle is less than 90° (see figure 6), it is neces-
sary to:
- take suitable precautions before work begins to avoid any risk of falling over the top of
the edge in question
- install edge protection,
- contact the manufacturer
The necessary clearance under the edge must be at least3,80m.
If the Automatic Retractable Fall Arrester equipped with an anchoring device in class C
according to standard EN 795 is used, it is also necessary to allow for the reflection of the
horizontal work positioning support to calculate the clearance needed beneath the user.
Avoid any risks of cable slack or of pendulum falls.
Remember that even if the personal fall protection system is used in a conforming manner,
falling over an edge is liable to cause an injury (for instance, by impact against part of the
structure, against scaffolding tubes or against any other sharp edges).
Rescue :
After an accident, rescue must take place within 20 minutes(trauma from suspension). The
rescue equipment and devices (for instance, descending cables) must be operational and
procedures suitable for rescuing the users must be defined.
Users must have been given proper training about use. The operating capacity of the rescue
equipment shall be the subject of regular checks. Rescue procedures require regular prac-
tice.
Example of rescue equipment: Miller Safescape automatic descending system.
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