FallTech DuraTech 10’ Self Retracting Device - Manual (Page 2)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. DESCRIPTION
1.1 SRD Types
1.2 Appendices A and B
1.3 ANSI and OSHA
2. APPLICATION
2.1 Purpose
2.2 Personal Fall Arrest
2.3 Application Limits
3. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
3.1 Capacity
3.2 Compatibility of Connectors
3.3 Compatibility of Components
3.4 Making Connections
3.5 Personal Fall Arrest System
3.5.1 PFAS Anchorage Strength
3.6 Definitions
4. INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
4.1. Plan the Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS)
4.2 Anchorage
4.3 Minimum Required Fall Clearance (MRFC)
4.3.1 Overhead (Above the D‐ring) Anchorage Condition
4.3.2 Non‐Overhead (Below the D‐Ring) Anchorage Condition
4.4 Swing Fall
4.4.1 Overhead Anchorage and Swing Fall
4.4.2 Non‐Overhead Anchorage and Swing Fall
4.5 Locking Speed
4.6 Installation and Use of the SRD
4.6.1 Housing Attached to the FBH
4.6.2 Housing Attached to the Anchorage
4.7 Impact Indicator
5. SPECIFICATIONS
6. MAINTENANCE, SERVICE, AND STORAGE
6.1 Maintenance
6.2 Service
6.3 Storage
7. INSPECTION
7.1 Before Each Use
7.2 Inspection Results
7.3 Inspection procedure
7.4 After a fall
7.5 Inspection Record
APPENDIX A – Table 1, Table 2, Table 3, Chart 1, Figures 1 – 5
APPENDIX B – Figures 1 – 13, Acronyms and Abbreviations, Inspection
Record
1. DESCRIPTION
The
FallTech® 10' DuraTech® Web SRD is a self‐retracting lifeline for those working at height. At the top of the unit, a swiveling aluminum eye provides an
attachment point for a self‐closing and self‐locking connector. The SRD body consists of a glass‐filled nylon housing that contains a 10' length of high
performance polyethylene and polyester fiber webbing wound onto a spring‐tensioned drum. The leg end of the webbing may be configured with a variety
of sewn‐on connectors. A stitched fold in the lifeline functions as a retraction stop and a load indicator.
When attached and the worker moves about, the lifeline pays out and retracts, automatically maintaining a taut line. If a fall occurs, a centrifugal pawl
mechanism within the drum engages, which applies an internal disc brake, slowing and arresting the fall.
For purposes of this manual, the 10' DuraTech Web SRD may be referred to as the SRD, the equipment, the device, the product, or the unit. See Tables 1‐A,
1 ‐B, 1‐C, 1‐D, and Figure 1 in Appendix A. It is recommended that the user of the equipment discussed in this manual read and understand the entire
manual before beginning work.
1.2 Appendices A and B: This manual contains two Appendices, Appendix A and Appendix B. Appendix A contains figures and tables specific to the FallTech
10' DuraTech Web SRD discussed in this manual. Appendix B contains figures and tables applicable to fall protection equipment in general.
1.3 ANSI Standards and OSHA Regulations: ANSI standard Z359.14 sets performance requirements for SRDs, based on dynamic testing. These tests include
dynamic performance testing, dynamic strength testing, static strength testing, and retraction tension testing. There are two classes of SRD, Class A and
Class B. The SRD discussed in this manual has been tested to and conforms to ANSI Z359.14 standards for a Class B device. The SRD was also tested for
static strength per OSHA regulations. See paragraph 3.5.1.
2. APPLICATION
2.1 Purpose:
An SRD is designed for use as a component in a PFAS, to provide a combination of worker mobility and fall protection as required for
inspection work, general construction, maintenance work, oil production, confined space work or any application where fall protection and worker mobility
is required.
The DuraTech SRD is intended for Personal Fall Arrest applications only. The SRD is not designed nor suited for use in restraint, personnel riding,
suspension, work positioning, or rescue applications. Do NOT use the SRD for these applications except as a back‐up PFAS.
2.2 Personal Fall Arrest System: A PFAS is typically composed of an anchorage and an FBH, with an energy absorbing connecting device, i.e., a SAL, an SRD,
or a Fall Arrester Connecting Subsystem (FACSS), attached to the dorsal D‐ring of the FBH. All uses and applications of an FBH with this equipment requires
the FBH to be adjusted and properly fitted to the user. Failure to adjust and properly fit the FBH to the user could result in serious injury or death. The SRD
may be installed on a FBH, or attached to a suitable anchorage. See Section 4 for additional details.
2.3 SRD Orientation in Fall Arrest: The SRD is designed for use in either of two configurations;
 With the housing end installed on the dorsal D‐ring of a properly adjusted and fitted FBH. The leg end is connected to an anchorage, which can range
from overhead (above the D‐ring) to non‐overhead (below the D‐ring). See Figure 2A in Appendix A.
 With the housing end attached to a suitable anchorage, which can range from overhead (above the D‐ring) to non‐overhead (below the D‐ring). The
leg end is connected to the dorsal D‐ring of a properly adjusted and fitted FBH. See Figure 2B in Appendix A.
2.4 Application Limits: Take action to avoid moving machinery, sharp edges, abrasive surfaces, and thermal, electrical, and chemical hazards as contact
may cause serious injury or death.
DO NOT attach to a foot‐level anchorage.
DO NOT use the SRD to lift tools, materials, or personnel.
Remove from service any equipment subjected to fall arrest forces.
3. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
3.1 Capacity: To
maintain ANSI Z359 compliance, limit user weight to a range of 130‐310 lbs., (58.9‐140.6 kg), including clothing, tools, etc.
3.2 Compatibility of Connectors: Connectors are considered to be 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. Contact
FallTech if you have any questions about compatibility. Connectors must be compatible with the anchorage or other system components. Do not use
equipment that is not compatible. Non‐compatible connectors may unintentionally disengage. Connectors must be compatible in size, shape, and strength.