Qualcraft Lil' Bucket of Safe-Tie User Manual
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ANCHORAGE STRENGTH REQUIREMENT:
The anchorage strength required is dependent on the application. Following are anchorage strength requirements for specific
applications. Ensure that any anchorage point used in a personal fall protection system meet the following requirements.
Fall Arrest: The structure to which the anchorage connector is attached must sustain static loads applied in the directions
permitted by the fall arrest system of at least 3,600 lbs. with certification of a qualified person, or 5,000 lbs. without
certification. Refer to OSHA and ANSI for specific definition. This anchor is to be used by one worker only. Do not tie of
equipment. Anchorages used for attachment of a personal fall arrest system shall be independent of any anchorage being
used to support or suspend platforms.
Restraint: The structure to which the anchor point is attached must sustain static loads applied in the directions permitted by
the restraint system of at least 3,000 lbs. When more than one restraint system is attached to an anchorage, the strengths
stated above must be multiplied by the number of restraint system attached to the anchorage.
Work Positioning: The structure to which the anchor point is attached must sustain static loads applied in the directions
permitted by the work positioning system of at least 3,000 lbs., or twice the potential impact load, whichever is greater.
When more than one work positioning system is attached to an anchorage, the strengths stated above must be multiplied by
the number of work positioning systems attached to the anchorage.
INSPECTION OF BUCKET OF SAFE-TIE:
Before each use of this equipment inspect it according to the following guidelines:
A formal inspection of fall protection products/components must be performed at least every six months by a competent
person other than the user. The frequency of formal inspections should be based on conditions of use or exposure. Record
the inspection results in the inspection and maintenance log at the end of this manual.
Inspecting the
Anchor Point
:
Step 1: Inspect the anchor points for distortion and structural damage, such as excessive bending, rust, or elongation.
Step 2: Inspect the anchor points for damage or corrosion. Inspect for cracks or wear that may affect strength and operation.
Step 3: Inspect the attaching fasteners. Fasteners must hold the Anchorage Plate securely to the anchorage. Inspect for
damage or corrosion.
Step 4: Inspect the system components according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Step 5: Record the inspection results in the inspection log at the end of this manual.
Inspecting the
Harness and Body Wear
:
Step 1: Inspect harness components for damage, distortion, cracks, worn parts, corrosion, or wear that might affect integrity.
Step 2: Inspect webbing components for cuts, broken fibers, tears, abrasions, mold, burns, or discoloration. Inspect stitching
for possible breaks and identify any load indicators that might have deployed to indicate a fall.
Step 3: Inspect labels for legibility. If there is no label attached, contact manufacturer.
Step 4. Inspect the system components according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Step 5. Record the inspection results in the inspection log at the end of this manual.
Inspecting the
Vertical Lifeline
:
Step 1: Inspect Lifeline hardware, such as thimbles, protective covers, snaphooks, etc, for damage, deterioration, or any wear
that might affect strength and operation.
Step 2: Inspect rope for excessive and concentrated wear. Rope must be free of cuts, abrasions, broken yarns, frayed strands,
burns, and discoloration. The rope must not show excessive soiling, paint build-up, or any other wear that might affect
strength and operation. Knots in ropes should only appear at the end of the ropes as limiter knots.
Step 3: Inspect labels for legibility. If there is no label attached, contact manufacturer.
Step 4: Inspect the system components according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Snaphooks and grabs should function
smoothly and lock up in the event of a fall. Snaphooks should open and close freely and properly.
Step 5: Record the inspection results in the inspection log at the end of this manual.