Maintenance, Cleaning, And Storage; Inspection; Inspection Log - Guardian Fall Protection 00484 Instruction Manual

Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage

If Bull Ring Anchor fails inspection in any way, immediately remove it from service, and contact Guardian to
inquire about its return or repair. Field serviceability testing is not required, and should not be done by the
end user.
Cleaning after use is important for maintaining the safety and longevity of Bull Ring Anchor. Remove all dirt,
corrosives, and contaminants from Bull Ring Anchor before and after each use. If Bull Ring Anchor cannot be
cleaned with plain water, use mild soap and water, then rinse and wipe dry. NEVER clean Bull Ring Anchor
with corrosive substances.
When not in use, store equipment where it will not be affected by heat, light, excessive moisture, chemicals,
or other degrading elements.

Inspection

Prior to EACH use, inspect Bull Ring Anchor for deficiencies, including, but not limited to, corrosion,
deformation, pits, burrs, rough surfaces, sharp edges, cracking, rust, paint buildup, excessive heating,
alteration, and missing or illegible labels. IMMEDIATELY remove Bull Ring Anchor from service if defects or
damage are found, or if exposed to forces of Fall Arrest.
Ensure that applicable work area is free of all damage, including, but not limited to, debris, rot, rust, decay,
cracking, and hazardous materials. Ensure that selected work area will support the application-specific
minimum loads set forth in this instruction manual. Work area MUST be stable.
At least every 6 months, a Competent Person other than the user must inspect Bull Ring Anchor.
Competent Person inspections MUST be recorded in inspection log in instruction manual and on
equipment inspection grid label. The Competent Person must sign their initials in the box
corresponding to the month and year the inspection took place.
During inspection, consider all applications and hazards Bull Ring Anchor have been subjected to.

Inspection Log

Date of First Use: __________________.
Product lifetime is indefinite as long as it passes pre-use and Competent Person inspections. 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.
This inspection log must be specific to one Bull Ring Anchor. Separate inspection logs must be used for
each Bull Ring Anchor. All inspection records must be made visible and available to all users at all
times.
If equipment fails inspection IMMEDIATELY REMOVE FROM SERVICE.
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