FallTech Sling Anchors - Manual (Page 3)

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Cable Anchorage Extenders:
Model # Description Standard
8439 6' Anchor Extender Cable Galv Snap+O Z359.1
736707 7' Anchor Extender Coated Cable Snap+O A10.32
736710 10' Anchor Extender Coated Cable Snap+O A10.32
Section 1: Warnings and Advisories
This product is to be used as a part of a personal fall arrest system,
and should be used only with compatible components. Please see
Advisory #3 in this section for further details. Failure to use
compatible components can result in a failure of the system to
perform as intended, which may result in serious injury or death.
Throughout the OSHA regulations for safety and health, there are
references to Competent Persons and Qualified Persons. ANSI
Z359.0-2007 goes on to further define the roles and qualifications of
these individuals; as well as Authorized Persons, and their
importance in the workplace. These terms are also used in these
instructions. Below is a brief description of the part these
individuals play in the employment of fall protection equipment:
Authorized Person - a person who is exposed to fall hazards during
the course of their work. This individual requires formal training in
the use of personal fall protection equipment and systems. The
term Authorized Person may be used interchangeably with User
and End-User.
Competent Person – a trained and experienced person who is
designated to supervise, implement and monitor an employer’s
managed fall protection program. This individual is capable of
identifying and addressing fall hazards and is authorized to make
decisions and take corrective action in the workplace.
Qualified Person – a person possessing a degree or professional
certificate and having extensive training, knowledge and experience
with fall protection and who is capable of designing and specifying
fall protection equipment and systems to address fall hazards.
Please read these instructions and be sure that you understand
them prior to utilizing this equipment. Also be sure to read the
instructions included with other components which are being
utilized in your Personal Fall Arrest System (Harnesses,
connectors, anchorage connectors, etc.). Failure to understand and
comply with manufacturer’s instructions may result in serious
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injury or death. IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND ANY PART OF
THESE INSTRUCTIONS, PLEASE HAVE THEM EXPLAINED TO YOU
BY A COMPETENT PERSON.
This product is to be used as part of a complete fall arrest system in
accordance with industry-recognized best-practices and your
employer’s fall protection plan, as required by the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration. Be aware of your employer’s fall
protection plan and rescue plan. Be aware of the specific fall
hazards on your jobsite and work deliberately to avoid these
hazards in the course of your work. Also be aware of hazards and
obstructions in your fall path, and work with your employer to
eliminate these hazards where possible. Failure to be aware of and
to address these hazards may result in serious injury or death.
Do’s and Don’ts
 Do use this device only with compatible components of a
comprehensive fall arrest system.
 Do use this device only in a system which limits free fall distance
to 6 ft or less.
 Do use extreme caution when rigging this device.
 Do rig this device to avoid the hazards of “swing fall” (see
Section 2.9)
 Do use this device only when your clearance distance is a
minimum of 2 ft AFTER you have calculated the total fall
distance (see section 2.10 for details on clear fall distances).
 Do make compatible connections (see Advisory #3 at the end of
this Section).
 Do avoid sharp or abrasive edges and be sure to employ a pad
or tarp to protect the sling anchor.
 Do call FallTech if the device is damaged, does not pass
inspection (see Section 8), or has arrested a fall.
 Don’t use this component to hoist materials or equipment.
 Don’t use this device if it exhibits signs of corrosion or damage
from exposure to chemicals, excessive heat, flames and
electrical charge or shows signs of any physical damage or
deformation.
 Don’t use this equipment if there are signs of excessive wear,
deterioration, deformation of corrosion.
 Don’t use this equipment if you are working near high voltage
power lines or other energized electrical equipment.