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Read and understand instructions before using equipment! Do not throw away instructions! Always verify the latest revision of the Safewaze Manual is being utilized. Visit the Safewaze website, or contact Customer Service, for updated manuals. IMPORTANT: • Please refer to this manual for essential instructions on the use, care, or suitability of this equipment for your application.
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Women who are pregnant and individuals considered minors must not use any Safewaze equipment. • Do not alter or misuse equipment. Only Safewaze, or entities authorized in writing by Safewaze, may make repairs to Safewaze fall protection equipment.
► 1.0 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Safewaze 4-Point Plate Anchor. 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.
PFAS which maintains a safety factor of at least two and is under the supervision of a Qualified Person. • Roof Gauge: Minimum 22 roof gauge required for installation on steel. V3. 2021 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00065...
• Fall Clearance: Fall Clearance (FC) is the total combined values of the Rope Elongation, Lanyard Length, Deceleration Distance, Harness Stretch, Height of Worker, and Safety Factor. Safewaze uses a 2 ft. Safety Factor. The Safety Factor includes fall arrester slippage. Refer to the chosen PFAS system product manual when calculating fall clearance.
Note: Numbers used in these examples are based on ZERO offset and setback with the anchor directly overhead or below, to represent an in-line Fall Clearance calculation. Consult with a Competent Person when working in different scenarios and when using non-Safewaze equipment. V3. 2021 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00065...
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12' FREE FALL LANYARD (BELOW D-RING) EXAMPLE HEIGHT OF ANCHOR WORKING SURFACE LANYARD LENGTH DECELERATION DISTANCE 60" MAX. PER ANSI Z359.13-2013 HARNESS STRETCH 1.5' 18" MAX. PER ANSI Z359.11-2021 HEIGHT OF WORKER WORKING SURFACE TO DORSAL D-RING SAFETY FACTOR V3. 2021 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00065...
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REFER TO MANUAL FOR PUBLISHED ARREST DISTANCES PER ANSI 1.5' Z359.14-2021 CLASS 2 2021 HARNESS STRETCH 1.5' 18" MAX. PER ANSI Z359.11-2021 HEIGHT OF WORKER WORKING SURFACE TO DORSAL D-RING SAFETY FACTOR SWING FALL DROP DISTANCE V3. 2021 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00065...
► ► 10.0 COMPATIBILITY OF CONNECTORS • Safewaze equipment is designed for, and tested with, associated Safewaze components or systems. If substitutions or replacements are made, ensure all components meet the applicable ANSI requirements. Read and follow manufacturer’s instructions for all components and subsystems in your PFAS. Not following this guidance may jeopardize compatibility of equipment and possibly affect the safety and reliability of the system.
Ensure all connectors are fully closed and locked. Safewaze connectors (hooks, carabiners, and D-rings) are designed to be used only as specified in each product’s manual. See Figure 3 for examples of inappropriate connections.
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4. Install the anchor using (20) #14 x 2-1/2'' hex head screws. All fasteners must penetrate through the plywood and backer board (if applicable). The user must visually verify that all fasteners are properly installed. FIGURE 5: 24” 3/4” Backer Board V3. 2021 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00065...
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• Ensure the substrate is not in a severe state of deterioration. Excessive rust, heavy oxidation, holes, cracks, severe weather, or excess age of the material are examples of conditions that may effect the ability of the structure to withstand fall arrest forces. V3. 2021 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00065...
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• Ensure the substrate is not in a severe state of deterioration. Severe cracking, excessive rust staining, holes, noticeable deterioration, or excess age of materials are examples of conditions that may effect the ability of the structure to withstand fall arrest forces. V3. 2021 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00065...
Wedge or sleeve anchors must be rated at 5,000 lbs. and attached in alignment as indicated (Figure 10). Wedge or sleeve anchors must be installed with a minimum embedment of 3-1/2''. *Safewaze recommends the 021-4057 Concrete Wedge Anchors. 2. The user must visually verify that all fasteners are properly installed. FIGURE 10: ►...
► ► 14.0 MAINTENANCE Repairs: Only Safewaze, or entities authorized in writing by Safewaze, may make repairs to Safewaze fall protection equipment. Cleaning: The anchor can be cleaned with water and mild soap. The user should remove all dirt, possible corrosives, and contaminants from the system prior to, and after, each use.
METHODS. USER MUST INSPECT BEFORE EACH USE. COMPETENT PERSON MUST INSPECT AT LEAST ONCE EVERY 12 MONTHS AND DOCUMENT THE INSPECTION BY INITIALING AND DATING THE INSPECTION GRID MONTH YEAR 021021 INSPECTION LOG ANNUAL FORM Inspection Inspector: Pass/Fail: Comments/ Date: Corrective Action: V3. 2021 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00065...
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