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Calculating Total Fall Distances:
Total Fall Clearance below worker
is
calculated
Connection. Free Fall Distance +
Working Level + Energy Absorber
+ Deceleration Distance + Worker
Height + Connector Length +
Safety Factor. Ensure that the total
fall distance is clear of obstructions
and equipment. Avoid potential
contact with a lower level. See
Illustration 5.
Horizontal Systems and Tripods:
Ensure the support structure and/or
horizontal system components are
compatible if using Self- Retracting
Lifeline
in
conjunction
horizontal system, tripod or davit
arm. Horizontal systems must be
designed and installed under the
supervision of a qualified engineer.
CLASS 2 OR BELOW DORSAL D-RING
The following precautions should be taken when using Class 2 devices:
A Class 2 was successfully tested for horizontal use and falls over a steel edge
without burrs. And as a result, the device may be used in situations where a fall
may occur similar edges, such as found on steel shapes or metal sheeting.
Malta Dynamics' Class 2 Self-Retracting lifelines may be used with
horizontal lifelines and horizontal rails as long as instructed by the instructions
for use for the specific horizontal lifeline or rail.
The allowable angle of redirection of the lanyard/ lifeline portion of the Class
2 device at the edge over which a fall might occur (measured between the
two sides formed by the redirected lifeline) shall be at least 90 degrees.
In the event of a fall over the edge, special rescue measures may be required.
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from
Anchorage
with
WARNING
Calculating Total
6 ft. Free Fall
Total Min.
19 ft. from
Anchorage
a
20
Illustration 5:
Fall Distance
Deceleration
Manual Revision Code:
ANCHORAGE
6 ft. Energy
Absorbing
Lanyard
Length
4 ft.
Distance
6 ft.Worker
Height
3 ft. Safety
Factor
MD-20230508
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