SafeWaze Cross Arm Strap Instruction Manual

Cross Arm Strap / Cable Choker
Instruction Manual
WARNING
This product is part of a personal fall arrest, work positioning, or rescue system. The manufacturer's instructions must be provided to users of this
equipment. The user must follow the manufacturer's instructions for each component of the system. The user must read and understand these instructions
before using this equipment. Manufacturer's instructions must be followed for proper use and maintenance of this equipment. Alterations to this product,
misuse of this product, or failure to follow instructions may result in serious injury or death.
IMPORTANT
Questions regarding the use, care, or suitability of this equipment for your application? Contact Safewaze.
IMPORTANT
Record identification information before using this product. Identification information may be found on the equipment label page. This information should be
recorded in the "Inspection Log" located at the back of this manual.
OSHA 1926 Subpart M, OSHA 1910, ANSI Z359.1, ANSI Z359.18,
ANSI A10.32-2012
This manual is intended to meet the manufacturer's instructions
as required by ANSI and should be used as part of an employee
training program as required by OSHA.
User Information
Date of First Use:
Serial#:
Trainer:
User:
Do not throw away these instructions!
Read and understand these instructions before using equipment!
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing an Safewaze fall protection Cross Arm Strap / Cable Choker. 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 manual and any other instructional material must be available to the user of the equipment. The user must
understand how to safely and effectively use their Cross Arm Strap / Cable Choker, and all fall protection equipment
used in conjuction with the Cross Arm Strap / Cable Choker.
APPLICABLE SAFETY STANDARDS
When used according to instructions, Cross Arm Straps / Cable Chokers included in this manual meet all applicable
ANSI Z359 standards and OSHA regulations for fall protection. Applicable standards and regulations depend on
the type of work being done, and may include state-specific regulations. Refer to local, state, and federal (OSHA)
requirements for additional information concerning the governing of occupational safety regarding Personal Fall Arrest
Systems (PFAS).
WORKER CLASSIFICATIONS
Understand the definitions of those who work in proximity of or may be exposed to fall
hazards.
Qualified Person: "Qualified" means one who, by possession of a recognized degree, certificate, or professional
standing, or who by extensive knowledge, training, and experience, has successfully demonstrated his ability to solve
or resolve problems relating to the subject matter, the work, or the project.
Competent Person: "Competent person" means one who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards
in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has
authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them.
Authorized Person: "Authorized person" means a person approved or assigned by the employer to perform a
specific type of duty or duties or to be at a specific location or locations at the job site.
It is the responsibility of a Qualified or Competent person to supervise the job site and ensure safety
regulations are complied with.
MANUAL-CAS
PRODUCT SPECIFIC APPLICATIONS
Purpose: Safewaze Cross Arm Straps / Cable Chokers are designed to be used as part of a Personal Fall Arrest
System (PFAS).
- A competent person shall train users on this equipment in accordance with OSHA and ANSI.
- Never exceed a free fall distance of 6 ft. A free fall of more than 6 ft could cause excessive
arrest forces that could result in serious injury or death.
- All Safewaze Cross Arm Straps / Cable Chokers have a maximum capacity of 310 lbs
including any tools, clothing, accessories, etc..., unless otherwise rated by Safewaze.
- Anchorages for attachment of Safewaze Cross Arm Straps / Cable Chokers shall support a
minimum of 5,000 lbs or be designed with a safety factor of two by a Qualified Person.
- All Safewaze Cross Arm Straps / Cable Chokers must IMMEDIATELY be removed from
service if subjected to fall arrest forces.
- Safewaze Cross Arm Straps / Cable Chokers shall be inspected by the end user prior to each
usage and by a Competent Person other than the user at least annually. These annual inspections
shall be documented.
LIMITATIONS
Fall Clearance: There must be sufficient clearance below the anchorage connector to arrest a fall before the user
strikes the ground or an obstruction. When calculating fall clearance, account for a MINIMUM 2' safety factor,
deceleration distance, user height, length of lanyard/SRL, and all other applicable factors. (See Figure 1)
For all applications: worker weight capacity range
(including all clothing, tools, and equipment) is 130-310 lbs
***Diagram shown is an example
fall clearance calculation ONLY.
Lanyard Length
(6' Total)
Required
distance
Deceleration
from
distance (3.5' total)
Anchorage
(17.5' total)
Height of harness dorsal
D-ring from
worker's feet
(6' total)
Safety factor
(2' total)
Swing Falls: Prior to installation or use, make considerations for eliminating or minimizing all swing fall hazards.
Swing falls occur when the anchor is not directly above the location where a fall occurs. Always work as close to in
line with the anchor point as possible. Swing falls significantly increase the likelihood of serious injury or death in the
event of a fall. (See Figure 2)
COMPATIBILITY OF CONNECTORS
Connectors are compatible with connecting elements when they have been designed to work together in such a
way that their sizes and shapes do not cause their gate mechanisms to inadvertently open regardless of how they
become oriented. Connectors (hooks, carabiners, and D-rings) must be capable of supporting at least 5,000 lbs.
(22.2 kN). Connectors must be compatible with the anchorage or other system components (see Figure 4). Do not
use equipment that is not compatible. Non-compatible connectors may unintentionally disengage (see Figure 3).
Connectors must be compatible in size, shape, and strength. Self-locking snap hooks and carabiners are required by
ANSI Z359 and OSHA guidelines. Contact Safewaze if you have any questions about compatibility.
NOTE: SOME SPECIALITY CONNECTORS HAVE ADDITIONAL
REQUIREMENTS. CONTACT SAFEWAZE WITH QUESTIONS.
FIGURE 3 - UNINTENTIONAL DISENGAGEMENT
1 -
Non-compliant part
2 - gate presses
non-complaint
Using a connector that is undersized or irregular in shape (1) to connect a snap hook or carabiner could allow the
connector to force open the gate of the snap hook or carabiner. When force is applied, the gate of the hook or carabiner
presses against the non-compliant part (2) and forces open the gate (3). This allows the snap hook or carabiner to
disengage (4) from the connection point.
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FIGURE 1
Fall Clearance Diagram
FIGURE 2
FALL-ARREST A
4 - and
parts
3 - gate opens
disengage.
against
part
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MAKING CONNECTIONS
Snap hooks and carabiners used with this equipment must be double locking and/or twist lock. Ensure all connections
are compatible in size, shape and strength. Do not use equipment that is not compatible. Ensure all connectors are
fully closed and locked.
Safewaze connectors (snap hooks and carabiners) are designed to be used only as specified in each product's user's
instructions. See figure 4 for examples of inappropriate connections. Do not connect snap hooks and carabiners:
• To a D-ring to which another connector is attached.
• In a manner that would result in a load on the gate (with the exception of tie back hooks). NOTE: Large snap hooks
must not be connected to objects which will result in a load on the gate if the hook twists or rotates. Snap hooks
marked with ANSI Z359.1 or ANSI Z359.12 and are equipped with a 3,600 lb (16 kN) gate. Check the marking on
your snap hook to verify its compatibility.
NOTE: Large throat snap hooks must not be connected to standard size D-rings or similar objects
which will result in a load on the gate if the hook or D-ring twists or rotates, unless the snap hook
complies with ANSI Z359.1 or ANSI Z359.12 and is equipped with a 3,600 lb (16 kN) gate. Check the
marking on your snap hook to verify that it is appropriate for your application.
• In a false engagement, where features that protrude from the snap hook or carabiner catch on the anchor, and
without visual confirmation seems to be fully engaged to the anchor point.
• To each other.
• By wrapping the web lifeline around an anchor and securing to lifeline except as allowed for Tie Back models (see
section 4.5).
• To any object which is shaped or sized in a way that the snap hook or carabiner will not close and lock, or that
roll-out could occur.
• In a manner that does not allow the connector to align properly while under load.
FIGURE 4 - INAPPROPRIATE CONNECTIONS
INSTALLATION AND USE
Place Cross Arm Strap / Cable Choker over compatible structural anchor. Labels MUST face out. For Cross Arm
Straps, structural anchor MUST NOT have sharp or abrasive edges or surfaces. Cable chokers are designed to resist
wear resulting from contact with sharp or abrasive edges or surfaces, but this contact should be minimized as much
as possible.
For Cross Arm Straps / Cable Chokers with large and small D-rings, or with web loop and D-ring, pass small D-ring
through large D-ring / web loop, and pull until strap is taut. Cross Arm Strap / Cable Choker may be looped around
structural anchor multiple times to reduce excess length. Pass through large D-ring / web loop each time Cross Arm
Strap / Cable Choker is wrapped around anchorage.
For Cable Choker with snap hook ends, connect snap hook directly to cable. NEVER attach snap hook directly to
cable thimble eye or other snap hook.
For choker cable with thimble ends, connect thimble ends with compatible carabiner.
Connect complete and compatible PFAS to small D-ring, or to cable if applicable. NEVER make connections to large
D-ring or web loop. NEVER make more than one attachment per connection point.
SPECIFIC ANCHOR APPLICATIONS
Personal Fall Arrest: Safewaze Cross Arm Straps / Cable Chokers are designed as
an anchor point to support a maximum of 1 Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS)
when utilized for fall protection applications. The structure to which the
Strap / Choker is attached must withstand loads applied in the directions permitted
by the system of at least 5,000 lbs. Maximum allowable free fall is 6'.
Restraint: Safewaze Cross Arm Straps / Cable Chokers are authorized for use in
Restraint applications. The structure to which the Strap / Choker is attached must
withstand loads applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least 1,000
lbs NO free fall is permitted. Restraint systems may only be used on surfaces
with slopes up to 4 / 12 (vertical / horizontal). For Restraint applications, the
allowable attachment points to harness are Dorsal D-ring, Chest D-ring, Side
D-rings, and Shoulder D-rings.
Work Positioning: Safewaze Cross Arm Straps / Cable Chokers are authorized for
use in Work Positioning applications. Work Positioning allows a worker to be
supported during suspension while freeing both hands to conduct work
operations. The structure to which the Strap / Choker is attached must withstand
loads applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least 3,000 lbs.
Maximum allowable free fall is 2'. For positioning applications, the allowable
attachment points to harness are the Side D-rings.
Rescue/Confined Space: Safewaze Cross Arm Straps / Cable Chokers are
authorized for use in Rescue/Confined Space applications. Rescue systems are
utilized to safely recover a worker from a confined location or after exposure to a
fall. Composition of rescue systems can vary based upon the type of rescue
involved. The structure to which a Strap / Choker is attached must withstand
loads applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least 3,000 lbs. NO
free fall is permitted. For rescue applications, the allowable attachment points to
harness are Dorsal D-ring, Chest D-ring and Shoulder D-rings.
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