DeWalt DXFP911001 Instruction Manual page 6

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WARNING: During use, check regularly the adjustment and/or attachment points.
WARNING: D WALT Anchors are designed to provide complete attachment system to the user in the event of
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a fall. These attachment systems must be connected to proper body support and connecting facility. These
Anchors are meant to hold the victim of fall until the rescue operation is performed, so it is important that the
whole system must has all the essential components before being used. The whole fall arrest system must be
used by a trained/Authorized person. It is advisable to make a checklist of the essential components according to
one's use before going for work.
IF USED NEAR CORROSIVE ENVIRONMENT
In corrosive environments or in areas near sea water, metallic connectors and hooks have a greater chance of
corrosion and rusting. Hence, the frequency of their inspection must be altered so as to check their functioning
and performance more frequently
ILLUSTRATION OF CARABINER
Minor axis
Major load bearing axis
PURPOSE
a ) D WALT hooks and connectors are to be used as
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components in personal fall arrest, restraint, work
positioning and rescue systems.
APPLICATION
• Personal Fall Arrest: D WALT hooks and
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connectors are used as a component of a
personal fall arrest system, as anchorages or
as connectors. A full body harness along with a
connecting sub system (e.g. energy absorbing
lanyard) typically constitutes a PFAS. The
maximum arresting force should not be more
than 1800 lbs. (8 kN), and the maximum free fall
distance allowed is 6 ft.(1.8 M).
• Work Positioning: The hooks and connectors
also form a part of a work positioning system.
The full body harness together with connectors
and work positioning lanyard constitute a work
positioning system. Personal fall arrest system is
always used as a backup. For work positioning
at height, connect the work positioning sub
system (e.g. lanyard) to the belt mounted work
positioning attachment anchorage elements
(also known as lateral D-rings), or to hip level
side D-rings. These D-rings should never be used
as connection points for fall arrest.
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Major axis
Minor axis
• Restraint: The hooks and connectors also
form a component of a restraint system, which
prevents the user from reaching a fall hazard
(e.g. edge of platform or roof). A full body
harness together with connectors and a restraint
lanyard or restraint line constitutes a restraint
system.
• Controlled Descent: For applications of
controlled descent, a full body harness is
connected with the help of a connector to
a descender or an evacuation system. Such
harnesses are equipped with a single sternal
level D-ring, one or two frontal D-rings, or a pair
of connectors originating below the waist.
WARNING: Inspect all the other components of the fall arrest, work positioning, rescue systems that are to be
used, as per the manufacturer's instructions. Immediately remove from use if the equipment shows evidence of
having arrested a fall, or if it is unfit for further use. Do not attempt to repair the equipment on your own.
• Rescue: Configuration of rescue systems is
dependent upon the type of rescue. Harnesses
that are equipped with D-rings on the shoulders
may be used for entry and egress into confined
spaces.
• Ladder Climbing: A climbing system prevents
the user from falling when climbing a ladder or
other climbing structure. A full body harness
is connected with the help of a connector to
its frontal D-ring on the sternal location to
the climbing system. Other components of a
climbing system includes a vertical cable or rail
attached to the structure and a climbing sleeve.
LIMITATION OF USE OF HOOKS AND
CONNECTORS
D WALT hooks and connectors are to be used as
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part of personal fall arrest, restraint, rescue or work
positioning systems. Full body harnesses, connectors,
hooks, lanyards, etc., are designed in such a way that
they work in sync with other elements of a personal
fall arrest system. While they are designed to arrest a
fall from height, they also minimize the impact load
on the wearer. D WALT recommends that only those
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components or sub systems of the PFAS which are
manufactured by D WALT, are used in combination.
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If other manufacturer's equipment is used, then they
should be ensured for compatibility by a qualified
person only. If substitutions or replacements are made
with non-approved components of sub-systems,
then this may severely affect the compatibility of the
equipment, making the complete system unsafe for use.
INSPECTION OF COMPONENTS OF
PERSONAL FALL ARREST SYSTEM
It is mandatory to have a detailed visual inspection of
all the harnesses, lanyards, connectors, etc. prior to
each use. This ensures that the equipment is in good
condition and is operating correctly. If there are any
doubts regarding the safe state of the product, or if the
product has been used to arrest a fall, then immediately
withdraw the equipment and send it back to the
manufacturer or the qualified authorized repair center.
Check on the back-shoulder straps of the harness for the
fall indicators, which should be intact. If a fall indicator
is found to be deployed, then the harness should be
removed from use immediately. Never attempt to repair
or modify a PPE.
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FORMAL INSPECTION
It is mandatory that a competent person other than
the user must perform a formal inspection of the PFAS
and its components once at least every six months. This
frequency should be altered on the basis of conditions
for use or exposure. The inspection results should be
recorded in the inspection and maintenance log at the
end of this manual.
PRE USE- INSPECTION CHECK OF THE
HOOKS AND CONNECTORS
The hooks and connectors should be inspected prior to
each use as per the following guidelines:
• Impact/ Load Indicator: Some D WALT hooks
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come with the load indicator on them. Look for
the presence of a green colored band just above
the eye of the connector. If it is present, then the
hook has not been subjected to a fall, and one
should proceed with other points of examination
of the hook. If however the color of the band
has changed to red, then this indicates that the
connector has been subjected to a fall. In such a
case, remove the connector from any further use.
STEP 1:
Check the markings on the connector- they should
be fully present and readable.
STEP 2:
Inspect the hooks and carabiners visually for
presence of cracks, deformities, bends and breaks,
damages, burrs, dents or any sharp edges.
STEP 3:
Check the hooks and carabiners for the presence
of excessive rusting. The presence of rust also
compromises the functionality of the connectors.
Hence, it is important to ensure that the gate and
lock of the connector is functioning smoothly,
with the spring action of the gate and lock fully
intact. The gate of the connector should close fully,
engaging the nose of the hook.
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