FallTech Shock-Absorbing Lanyards User Manual [en, es]

Instructions for Shock-Absorbing Lanyards (SAL’s)

Warning!

THE USER OF THIS EQUIPMENT, AND THE USER’S EMPLOYER MUST READ AND COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS. FURTHERMORE, THE USER AND THE USER’S EMPOLYER MUST READ AND COMPLY WITH ALL INSTRUCTIONS, LABELS WARNINGS AND MARKINGS INCLUDED WITH EACH COMPONENT OF THE FALL ARREST SYSTEM OF WHICH THIS PRODUCT IS A PART. FAILURE TO UNDERSTAND AND COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

IF THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE UNCLEAR TO YOU, PLEASE CONSULT A COMPETENT PERSON. SHOULD THESE INSTRUCTIONS BECOME LOST OR DAMAGED, OR SHOULD ANY LABELS, INSTRUCTIONS OR MARKINGS BECOME ILLEGIBLE, PLEASE CONTACT FALLTECH FOR REPLACEMENTS. SHOULD YOU NEED FURTHER ASSISTANCE WITH UNDERSTANDING THE PROPER EMPLOYMENT OF THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE CONTACT FALLTECH FOR ASSISTANCE:

Alexander Andrew, Inc. (dba FallTech)

1306 South Alameda Street

Compton, CA 90221, USA

1-800-719-4619 1-323-752-0066

www.falltech.com

FallTech Shock-Absorbing Lanyards by Model #

This instruction manual should be referenced for the proper use of the FallTech products listed below. Please read and understand the entire manual before utilizing your FallTech SAL.

All FallTech Shock-Absorbing Lanyards use connectors which meet the minimum requirements for gate strength as outlined in Title 29 CFR (OSHA 1910.66, App. C / 1926, Subpart M) and ANSI A10.32-2004. Products with model numbers starting with an “8” meet the more stringent requirement of 3,600 lb. connector gates as recommended in ANSI Z359-1-2007, ANSI Z359.12-2009 and ANSI Z359.13-2009.

ClearPack Shock-Absorbing Lanyards

Model # Standard Model # Standard Model # Standard

7103 A10 / 1926 72603 A10 / 1926 8106 Z359 / 1926 7104 A10 / 1926 726034 A10 / 1926 8253 Z359 / 1926 7106 A10 / 1926 726043 A10 / 1926 8254 Z359 / 1926 7253 A10 / 1926 726073 A10 / 1926 8256 Z359 / 1926

7253C A10 / 1926 7260733 A10 / 1926 8257 Z359 / 1926

7253CARA A10 / 1926 7260734 A10 / 1926 8260 Z359 / 1926

72533 A10 / 1926 726073C A10 / 1926 8356 Z359 / 1926 7253PC A10 / 1926 726073ADJ A10 / 1926 8357 Z359 / 1926 7256PC A10 / 1926 72608 A10 / 1926 8364 Z359 / 1926

72563PC A10 / 1926 726084 A10 / 1926 82543 Z359 / 1926

7253YCARA A10 / 1926 726083FT A10 / 1926 82562 Z359 / 1926

7254 A10 / 1926 72608C A10 / 1926 82563 Z359 / 1926

72542C A10 / 1926 726082D A10 / 1926 82573 Z359 / 1926

72543 A10 / 1926 726082D4 A10 / 1926 8357Y Z359 / 1926

7256 A10 / 1926 726082DPC A10 / 1926 8357Y3 Z359 / 1926 72562 A10 / 1926 726082DCARA A10 / 1926 8256EL Z359 / 1926 72563 A10 / 1926 7356 A10 / 1926 8256EL3 Z359 / 1926 7256C A10 / 1926 73563 A10 / 1926 8256ELY Z359 / 1926

72563C A10 / 1926 73564Y3 A10 / 1926 8256ELY3 Z359 / 1926

7256EL A10 / 1926 7357 A10 / 1926 82608 Z359 / 1926 7256EL3 A10 / 1926 73573 A10 / 1926 826073 Z359 / 1926 7256ELY A10 / 1926 735736 A10 / 1926 8260733FT Z359 / 1926

7256ELY3 A10 / 1926 7257KVY A10 / 1926 8260734 Z359 / 1926 7256ELYL A10 / 1926 7360 A10 / 1926 8260732D Z359 / 1926

7257 A10 / 1926 7362 A10 / 1926 826073ADJ Z359 / 1926

7257TB A10 / 1926 7364 A10 / 1926 826082D Z359 / 1926

7260 A10 / 1926 7364L A10 / 1926 826084 Z359 / 1926

72601 A10 / 1926 7365H A10 / 1926 8365H Z359 / 1926

726013 A10 / 1926 8103 Z359/1926 BV726081P A10 / 1926

72602 A10 / 1926 8104 Z359/1926

SoftPack Shock-Absorbing Lanyards

Model # Standard Model # Standard Model # Standard

7254LTY A10 / 1926 7256LTC A10 / 1926 7256LTYPC A10 / 1926 7254LT A10 / 1926 7256LTD A10 / 1926 8256LT Z359 / 1926 7254LTL A10 / 1926 7256LTY A10 / 1926 8256LT3 Z359 / 1926

7254LTY3 A10 / 1926 7256LTC8 A10 / 1926 8256LTY Z359 / 1926 7256LT A10 / 1926 7256LTY3 A10 / 1926 8256LTY3 Z359 / 1926 7256LT3 A10 / 1926 7256LTY2D A10 / 1926 8256LT3FT Z359 / 1926 8254LT Z359 / 1926 8256LTY2D Z359 / 1926 8256LT33FT Z359 / 1926 8256LTC8 Z359 / 1926 8256LTL Z359 / 1926

Internal Shock-Absorbing Lanyards

Model # Standard Model # Standard Model # Standard

7259 A10 / 1926 7259AS A10 / 1926 8259Y Z359 / 1926 72593 A10 / 1926 7259Y3 A10 / 1926 8259Y3 Z359 / 1926 72594 A10 / 1926 7259Y3A A10 / 1926 8259Y3L Z359 / 1926 725943 A10 / 1926 7259Y3C A10 / 1926 8259Y43 Z359 / 1926 725943A A10 / 1926 7259Y3L A10 / 1926 8259YL Z359 / 1926 725943L A10 / 1926 7259Y4 A10 / 1926 DS7259 A10 / 1926 7259A A10 / 1926 7259Y43 A10 / 1926 DS72593 A10 / 1926 7259C A10 / 1926 7259YAC A10 / 1926 DS7259Y A10 / 1926 7259Y A10 / 1926 7259YACARA A10 / 1926 DS7259Y3 A10 / 1926 72593A A10 / 1926 7259YC A10 / 1926 HS7259 A10 / 1926 72593C A10 / 1926 8259 Z359 / 1926 HS72593 A10 / 1926 72594Y A10 / 1926 82593 Z359 / 1926 HS7259Y3 A10 / 1926 7259AL A10 / 1926 825943 Z359 / 1926 8259L Z359 / 1926 82593L Z359/1926

ElasTech Shock-Absorbing Lanyards

Model # Standard Model # Standard Model # Standard

7240 A10 / 1926 7240Y32D A10 / 1926 8240Y2O2D Z359 / 1926 72403 A10 / 1926 7240Y3LA A10 / 1926 8240Y3 Z359 / 1926 7240L A10 / 1926 7240YS A10 / 1926 8240Y3L Z359 / 1926 7240Y A10 / 1926 8240 A10 / 1926 8240Y32D Z359 / 1926 7240YCARA A10 / 1926 8240L Z359 / 1926 8240Y32D2R Z359 / 1926 72403LA A10 / 1926 82403 Z359 / 1926 AR7240Y A10 / 1926 7240Y3 A10 / 1926 8240Y Z359 / 1926 AS8240Y Z359 / 1926 7240Y3A A10 / 1926 8240Y2O Z359 / 1926 SC7240 A10 / 1926 7240Y3L A10 / 1926 82403L Z359 / 1926 SC8240Y3 Z359 / 1926 7240Y3S A10 / 1926 8240Y2D Z359 / 1926 SC8240Y32D Z359 / 1926

Heavyweight Shock-Absorbing Lanyards - (425 lb. Max. Capacity)

Model # Standard Model # Standard Model # Standard

7246 A10 / 1926 7246Y3 A10 / 1926 8246Y Z359 / 1926 72463 A10 / 1926 8246 Z359 / 1926 8246Y3 Z359 / 1926 7246Y A10 / 1926 82463 Z359 / 1926

Ironman Shock-Absorbing Lanyards – (Extended Free Fall)

Model # Standard Model # Standard Model # Standard

7247 A10 / 1926 8247 Z359 / 1926 8247Y3R Z359 / 1926 7247Y A10 / 1926 82473 Z359 / 1926 8248 Z359 / 1926 7248 A10 / 1926 8247Y Z359 / 1926 8248Y Z359 / 1926 7248Y A10 / 1926 8247Y3 Z359 / 1926

WeldTech Shock-Absorbing Lanyards – (Kevlar®/Nomex®)

Model # Standard Model # Standard Model # Standard

7242 A10 / 1926 7242Y3 A10 / 1926 7243Y3 A10 / 1926 72423 A10 / 1926 7243 A10 / 1926 8243 Z359 / 1926 724234FT A10 / 1926 72433 A10 / 1926 82433 Z359 / 1926 72424CARA A10 / 1926 7243L A10 / 1926 8243Y Z359 / 1926 7242Y A10 / 1926 7243Y A10 / 1926 8243Y3 Z359 / 1926 8242 Z359 / 1926 8242Y Z359 / 1926 82423 Z359 / 1926 8242Y3 Z359 / 1926

WrapTech Shock-Absorbing Lanyards – (Tie-back Applications)

Model # Standard Model # Standard Model # Standard

7241 7241Y

A10 / 1926 A10 / 1926

8241 8241Y

Z359 / 1926 Z359 / 1926

82418 82418Y

Z359 / 1926 Z359 / 1926

Dielectric Shock-Absorbing Lanyards

Model # Standard Model # Standard

8242L Z359 / 1926 8242YL Z359 / 1926 82423L Z359 / 1926 8242Y3L Z359 / 1926

Titanium Coated Shock-Absorbing Lanyards

Model # Standard Model # Standard

8256T Z359 / 1926 826082DT Z359 / 1926 82563T Z359 / 1926 826073T Z359 / 1926 82608T Z359 / 1926

Table of Contents

Section 1: Warnings and Advisories Section 2: Fall Protection Basics – ABCD’s

Section 3: Use and Limitations

Section 4: Product Selection Section 5: Anchorage Considerations Section 6: Employer and User Training

Section 7: Fall Protection Plan

Section 8: Product Inspection

Section 9: Maintenance and Storage Section 10: Specifications

Appendix A: Connector Types and Connections

2.1: Anchorage

2.2: Body wear

2.3: Connectors/Connecting devices

2.4: Deceleration devices

2.5: Fall Arrest

2.6: Fall Restraint

2.7: Work Positioning

2.8: Free-fall

2.9: Clear-fall

2.10: Swing-fall

3.1: General Guidelines

3.2: Approved applications

3.3: Restricted Applications

3.4: Specialty Applications

3.5: Product Descriptions

3.6: Instructions for use by type

6.1: Special notes for the employer

6.2: User training

7.1: The fall protection plan

7.2: Suspension trauma

7.3: Rescue plan

8.1: Issuing

8.2: Daily/Incidental use

8.3: Mandatory semi-annual inspection

10.1: Mandatory disclosures

10.2: Performance specifications

10.3: Labels and markings

10.4: Standards and references

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.

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 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 (except for Ironman series SAL’s, which are rated for free falls up to 12 feet).

 Do use extreme caution when rigging this device.  Do rig this device to avoid the hazards of “swing fall” (see

Section 2.9)

 Do inspect the entire SAL for cuts, abrasions, kinks, wear, or

other damage.

 Do wear gloves when handling wire rope.  Do inspect the shock absorber for signs of activation.  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).

 Don’t use this component to hoist materials or equipment.  Don’t use this device if it shows evidence of corrosion or

exposure to chemicals, excessive heat, flames and electrical charge or shows signs of any physical damage or deformation.

 Don’t allow the lanyard to wrap around your body. Severe injury

or death could result.

 Don’t loop the lanyard under an arm or leg. If a fall should occur

while the lanyard is under an arm or leg, severe injury may result.

 Don’t move too quickly when using this device - You may

engage the lanyard resulting in the loss of footing or a fall.

 Don’t use oil on the carabiner or snap hook. If needed, use only

100% silicone lubricant for the gate and keeper.

 Don’t knot any component of your PFAS – knotting reduces

strength by up to 50%.

 Don’t use this device if you are pregnant, a minor, or have a

reduced tolerance to fall forces by reason of age, physical medical condition, or other pre-existing disorders.

 Don’t use this device if you weigh less than 75 lbs.  Don’t use this device if your total combined weight (body,

clothes, tools, etc) exceeds 310 lbs (except for 7246 and 8246 series lanyards which are rated for up to 425 lbs).

 Don’t attempt to modify, repair or alter this device in any way.  Don’t knot, clamp, or rig this SAL in any fashion as it may

reduce the strength of the lanyard.

 Don’t use this component near moving machinery which may

entangle any part of your PFAS.

 Don’t use this SAL if there are any signs of excessive wear, or

any signs of structural deterioration.

 Don’t use this SAL if shock absorber shows any signs of

deployment, elongation or activation.

Advisory #1: Further Reading

If you have access to the internet, please go to www.osha.gov. This website is an exceptional resource, and has a great deal of information which is easy to access. Use the search field to find information on fall arrest, including standards, news, interpretations and other valuable tools. The more you know about how this product works and how it is supposed to be used, the safer you will be during the course of your work.

Advisory #2: Proper product selection

Product selection is an important element of fall protection. Fall Arrest products are like any other tools that you may use in the course of your work – there is a proper tool for every application. You may find that while this product is suitable for some applications, it may not be suitable for others. Please be sure to pay close attention to sections 2, 3, and 4, for greater detail on this point.

Advisory #3: Connector Compatibility

Making compatible connections may mean the difference between life and death. Connectors (snap hooks, rebar hooks and carabiners), must be of the locking type and require two distinct actions to open the gate. Your connectors must be sized and shaped so that the rings or structural members to which they are attached will not pose a risk of forcing the gate open, and must fully

captivate the connector so that it cannot become disengaged, slide or shift during use or in the event of a fall.

Certain connections are forbidden and should never be attempted with this product or any other unless there is a specific allowance in the manufacturer’s instructions. Forbidden connections include, but are not limited to:

 Two or more connectors to one d-ring are a forbidden

connection.

 A connection that rests on or loads the gate is a forbidden

connection.

 A connection that does not allow the gate to close and lock

is a forbidden connection.

 Two or more connectors attached to one another are a

forbidden connection.

 Connecting directly to webbing, rope, cable (wire rope) is a

forbidden connection.

 Connecting directly to a horizontal lifeline is a forbidden

connection.

 Tie-back with your FallTech SAL is a forbidden connection

except for model # 7241, 7241Y, 8241, 8241Y, 82418 and 82418Y in the WrapTech series.

 Connecting to any ring or structure that does not fully

captivate and completely restrict the movement your connector is a forbidden connection.

Section 2: ABCD’s

Every Personal Fall Arrest System consists of four basic elements – Anchorage, Body-wear, Connectors/Connecting Devices and Deceleration Devices. Each of these four elements is discussed in greater detail below. If, after reading though this section, you do not fully understand these items and how they work together to form a compatible fall arrest system, please be sure to have this explained to you by a Competent Person.

It is absolutely critical that you be familiar with the proper wear and/or use of each component of your Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS). Failure to read, understand and adhere to instructional materials and warnings provided with each of these components could lead to a catastrophic failure of your PFAS, resulting in serious injury or death.

2.1: Anchorage The selection of an anchor point and anchorage connector is critical

to the successful function of any Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS). OSHA 1926.502 (d) (15) states that:

“Anchorages used for attachment of personal fall arrest equipment shall be independent of any anchorage being used to support or suspend platforms and capable of supporting at least 5,000 pounds (22.2 kN) per employee attached, or shall be designed, installed, and used as follows: as part of a complete personal fall arrest system which maintains a safety factor of at least two; and under the supervision of a qualified person.”

Ensure that the structure to which you are attaching your anchorage connector is capable of meeting the above requirements and that your anchorage connector is installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Also be sure to check that the anchorage connector is compatible with your FallTech SAL and that it securely retains the SAL without inhibiting its function. If you are unable to determine whether your SAL and your anchorage are compatible, please immediately consult with a competent person or your immediate supervisor. For more details on anchorages, please see section 5 of this instruction manual.

2.2: Body-wear

Body wear for any application where this SAL is to be used will be defined as a full body harness specifically manufactured for fall arrest. The snap hook or carabiner on the attachment end of this SAL should only be attached to the back d-ring of your full body harness for fall arrest applications. Under no circumstances should the SAL ever be attached to a front, side or hip d-ring on your full body harness: Such a connection could cause serious injury or death. Be sure to read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions included with your full body harness at the time of purchase.

2.3: Connectors/Connecting Devices

Connectors and Connecting Devices are terms that are sometimes used interchangeably. It is important to note the differences between these two terms in order to help distinguish the parts that these components play in the rigging of your PFAS. In both cases, these products/components are required to have a minimum static strength of 5,000 lbs. For additional details on requirements for connectors and

connecting devices, see OSHA 1926.502 at www.osha.gov as referenced in section 1, advisory #1.

A connector is any metallic, mechanical element such as a carabiner, snap hook or rebar hook that physically links one or more elements of a your PFAS together in a manner such that they will remain engaged to one another unless they are intentionally disengaged.

A connecting device is an element that connects your full body harness to the anchorage in an effort to ensure that you remain attached or tethered to the structure upon which you are working. In other words, the connecting device is that element which secures you to your anchorage.

2.4: Deceleration Devices

A deceleration device is the element of a Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) which is activated during a fall event and reduces the forces exerted on the user’s body and on the anchorage during the arrest of the fall. In the case of your FallTech Shock-Absorbing Lanyard, this product is both a connecting device and a deceleration device as it will keep you attached to your anchorage and will reduce the forces on your body in the event of a fall. For more details on the capabilities and specifications of your FallTech SAL, please see section 10 of this instruction manual.

2.5: Fall Arrest Fall Arrest is an area of Fall Protection which focuses on stopping a

fall once it has occurred. Personal Fall Arrest Systems typically consist of an anchorage, a full body harness and a self-retracting lifeline, shockabsorbing lanyard or other deceleration device designed to bring a falling user to a stop in the shortest possible distance while limiting the force imparted to the user’s body.

2.6: Fall Restraint

Fall Restraint is an area of Fall Protection devoted to restraining the user of the system in a manner which restricts his or her access to the fall hazard in a manner such that they cannot be subjected to a fall. A typical Fall Restraint System consists of an anchorage, a full body harness or a restraint belt and a restraint lanyard. An SAL should

never be utilized in a restraint application as it is not capable of restricting a user’s access to fall hazards, as it may expand or elongate under load.

2.7: Work Positioning

Work Positioning is an area of Fall Protection devoted to allowing a user to work on a vertical surface by means of a positioning assembly, and restricting the user’s exposure to a fall of no more than two feet. Typical positioning assemblies consist of a large rebar hook and a length of chain, rope, wire rope or webbing with a double locking snap hook on either end. These snap hooks are attached to d-rings on the hips or on the waist of the user’s full body harness, with the rebar hook attached to the structure upon which the user is working. An SAL should never be used for work positioning, nor should it ever be attached to a side or hip d-ring on a full body harness. However, while rigged for work

positioning, the user should always have an SAL attached to the back d-ring of their full body harness and tied-off to the structure on which they are positioning, as a back up device.

2.8: Free-Fall

Free-Fall is the distance that a worker will fall before the connecting device or deceleration device elements of the PFAS will begin to engage during a fall event. OSHA allows a maximum Free-Fall Distance of 6’ (6 feet) when rigging a Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS). In some cases, exceptions may be allowed when there is no practical way to limit the Free-Fall Distance to 6’, such as a job-site where no overhead anchor-point is available. Tying off in a manner that would create a Free-Fall greater than 6’ should always be a last resort. If you are rigging a system that allows more than 6’ of Free-Fall, make sure your Connecting Device/Deceleration Device is rated for this application.

2.9: Clear-Fall

Clear-Fall or Clear-Fall Distance is the distance that is required to safely arrest the fall of a user. When working at heights and using a PFAS, it is important to consider the distance between the walking/working level and the next lower level to ensure that the components selected are capable of arresting the user’s fall before they hit the next lower level. The required Clear-Fall Distance can easily be calculated by adding together the Free-Fall Distance, the Deceleration Distance, the height of the user plus a safety factor of 2 feet. The formula for calculating Clear-Fall Distance is shown below:

Free-Fall Distance + Deceleration Distance + Height of Worker + Safety Factor = Clear-Fall Distance

The matrix on the next page can be used as a guide for calculating Clear-Fall Distance on your job-site:

Free-Fall Distance

(OSHA allows up to 6’)

Deceleration

Distance

(Typically 3.5’ or less)

Height of Worker 6’

Safety Factor

(Minimum of 2’)

Total

(Sum of all values)

See figure 2.1 below for a graphic illustration of Clear-Fall Distance and the method for calculating.

Figure 2.1: Clear-Fall Diagram

Example Values Actual Values

6’

3.5’

2’

17.5’

present an impalement hazard. Obstructions in the fall path may be just as hazardous as the fall itself, and your PFAS may not be able to protect you from these hazards. Failure to clear the fall path may result in serious injury or death. Rig your PFAS with extreme caution, and be aware of all of the factors that may come into play in the event of a fall.

2.10: Swing-Fall

Swing-Fall is the phenomenon that occurs when the user falls from a location that is not directly adjacent to, or directly below the anchorage connector. This is also referred to as the “pendulum effect”, and can result in a situation where the user is not only falling vertically, but is also swinging on the horizontal as well. This can bring additional hazards into play, as you may swing into an obstruction or structural element, causing serious injuries (see figure 2.2). A significant Swing-Fall may also require increased Clear-Fall distance, and may also prevent the sho ckabsorber from functioning properly. As a rule of thumb, you should ensure work in an area that does not exceed an angle greater than 15 degrees in any direction from your anchorage.

Figure 2.2: Swing-Fall Diagram

It is also necessary to consider the fall path when determining the Clear-Fall limitations in your application. Ensure the fall path is clear of obstructions, protrusions, equipment or materials that may be a hazard in the event of a fall. Pay special attention to those items which may

Be sure to consider Swing-Fall when calculating your Clear-Fall requirements and checking the fall path for hazards and instructions. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death. Should you have any questions regarding Free-Fall, Clear-Fall, Swing-Fall or other hazards in the fall path, be sure to contact FallTech or consult with a competent person or your direct supervisor on your job-site.

Section 3: Use and Limitations

This section deals with the general use and limitations of the FallTech Shock-Absorbing Lanyards. Please read this section and all sections of the manual thoroughly. If your application is not addressed, or if you have questions regarding your specific needs, please contact FallTech immediately for additional guidance.

3.1: General Guidelines

When properly installed and utilized, this FallTech SAL will provide safety and mobility for a single user. As the user is working while tied-off with an SAL, they will be tethered to their anchorage connector. In the event of a fall, the lanyard will engage the shock-absorber - greatly reducing the forces associated with the arrest.

Before using this product, the user should be trained in the use of fall arrest products and should have completed a minimum course of instruction (4-8 hours) for Authorized Person Training as outlined in ANSI Z359.2-2007. The user must also read and be familiar with all of the material contained in this instruction manual as well as all labels and warnings affixed to the FallTech SAL. If you have any questions regarding the use or operation of this product, please contact FallTech, a competent person, or your immediate supervisor before using.

This product must be inspected before each use. For details on proper inspection procedures, please refer to section 8 of this manual. Should this product fail to pass inspection, it must be immediately removed from service and replaced.

This FallTech SAL is intended to be used as part of a Personal Fall Arrest System and will comprise the Connecting Device/Deceleration Device elements of your PFAS (see section 2.3 and 2.4 of this manual for clarification of these terms). This product should be attached to your anchorage connector using the integral anchorage-end connector on the end of the lanyard opposite the shock-absorber.

Your anchorage should be overhead, or rigged in a manner such that Free-Fall is restricted to no more than 6’ (6 feet). In circumstances where there is no way to limit free fall to 6’, FallTech Ironman series lanyards (7247, 7247Y, 8247 and 8247Y) are rated for free falls of up to 12’ (12 feet). Be sure to review the Clear-Fall diagram and worksheet in section 2.9 of this manual.

This product meets the requirements of OSHA 1926.502 as well as ANSI Z359.1-2007 and/or ANSI A10.32-2004. For further details on these requirements, please go to www.osha.gov to review the OSHA requirements. Copies of the ANSI standards are available at www.asse.org in the e-standards store.

3.2: Approved Applications

Below are applications for which all FallTech Shock-Absorbing Lanyards are specifically suited. This list is not all-inclusive, but is intended to anticipate the most common applications in which this product may be used. If you have questions about whether this product is suitable for your particular application, please consult a competent person or contact FallTech for further advice.

Be sure to consult Section 5 of this instruction manual for details on anchorage considerations, as the anchorage and its relationship to the walking/working surface will be an important factor in determining suitability and could contribute to the outcome of a fall event. Use of an anchor point that is not properly rated could lead to a catastrophic failure of your personal fall arrest system, which may result in serious injury or death.

Direct Overhead Applications: All FallTech SAL’s are suitable for use in any application where the properly rated anchorage is directly above the walking/working surface, and allows for a maximum Free-Fall Distance of 6 feet.

Horizontal Lifelines: All FallTech SAL’s are suitable for use in any application where a horizontal lifeline has been installed under the guidance of a qualified person, and where the Free-Fall Distance does not exceed 6 feet.

Residential Construction: All FallTech SAL’s are suitable for use in residential construction applications provided the anchorage meets the basic requirements outlined in Section 5 of this instruction manual.

General Construction: This product is suitable for use in general construction applications provided the anchorage meets the basic

requirements outlined in Section 5 of this instruction manual, Free-Fall does not exceed 6 feet, and there is no exposure to a sharp leading edge.

General Industrial Use: This product is suitable for use in general industrial applications provided the anchorage meets the basic requirements of Section 5 of this manual and provided that it is not exposed to sharp edges, electrical hazards or prolonged exposure to highly corrosive environments or substances.

If you have any questions regarding the suitability of this product for your specific application, please consult with a competent person or contact FallTech before using. Misuse of this product may result in serious injury or death.

3.3: Restricted Applications

Harsh Chemical Environments: Acids and other caustic chemicals can cause damage to this SAL and its components. Damage from chemical exposure can be difficult to detect and FallTech recommends frequent replacement.

Arborist Applications: This product should never be used in arborist applications or tree-trimming applications.

Aerial Lifts: This product is not approved for use in aerial lifts, bucket trucks or scissor lifts.

Residential Roofing: This product is not suitable for use in residential roofing applications. FallTech recommends the use of a vertical lifeline/rope grab system or a self-retracting lifeline for this application.

Welding: For areas where your SAL may come in contact with high heat or welding slag, FallTech recommends the use of Aramid webbing SAL’s (Kevlar®, Nomex® or Dyneema®). Products in our model series 7242 and 7243 are specifically manufactured for this purpose.

Climbing/Fixed Ladders: This product is not suitable for use on fixed ladders or in conjunction with fixed ladder equipment, unless it is being used as back-up fall arrest for a work positioning application. SAL’s should only be attached to the back d-ring of your full body harness.

Heavyweight: Most FallTech SAL’s are rated for a maximum capacity of 310 lbs (user, clothing, tools and equipment). Products are availabl e for users requiring a higher capacity. Be sure to check the product label for

the capacity of your specific product. Refer to section 3.4 for additional details on Heavyweight SAL’s.

Extended Free Falls: Most FallTech SAL’s are rated for a maximum free fall of 6 feet. In applications where free falls cannot be limited to 6 feet, special products are required. See section 3.4 and 3.5 for additional information on extended free fall.

Power Transmission: Most FallTech SAL’s are manufactured using polyester webbings which are not well-suited for withstanding the punishment of high heat and/or electrical arc hazards. FallTech does offer a series of Dielectric SAL’s (7242L, 72423L, 7242YL and 7242Y3L) which are designed to deal with these hazards; see sections 3.4 and 3.5 for additional information.

3.4: Specialty Applications

100% Tie-Off: SAL’s made for 100% Tie-Off are generally referred to as “Y”-lanyards or dual-leg lanyards. These products have two legs joined to a single connector on the attachment-end (the end that attaches to your full body harness) with a single connector on the opposite end of each leg for tying off to the anchorage connector(s). The second leg gives you the ability to safely transition from one anchor point to another without having to disconnect from the structure entirely during the transition process. All FallTech dual-leg SAL’s are approved for 100% Tie-Off applications. These products are denoted by the presence of a Y in the model number.

Heavyweight: FallTech Heavyweight SAL’s have a maximum capacity of 425 lbs, and are manufactured to accommodate users weighing between 310 and 425 lbs (with clothing, tools and equipment). Heavyweight SAL’s are black in color and are denoted by model numbers beginning with 7246 or 8246.

Extended Free Falls: For applications where free fall cannot be limited to 6 feet or less, FallTech offers its Ironman series of lanyards (model series 7247, 7248, 8247 and 8248), which are rated for free falls of up to 12 feet, with a maximum capacity of 310 lbs.

Welding/Power Transmission: FallTech manufactures lanyards in the WeldTech line of SAL’s in the model number series of 7242, 7243, 7242 and 8243 for welding applications and for use in environments where high heat may pose a hazard. Part numbers in the same series containing an L have a web loop for attachment to the back d-ring of your full body harness and are intended to be used in Power Transmission or

in applications where the user may be exposed to an electrical arc hazard.

Tie-Back: FallTech’s WrapTech line of SAL’s is desig ned to be used in applications where there may not be an anchorage connector available. WrapTech SAL’s utilize an anchorage-end carabiner with a 5,000 lb gate, and may be wrapped around a properly rated structural member with the carabiner fastened to the leg webbing to create the connection. WrapTech SAL’s are denoted by model numbers beginning with 7241 or

8241. FallTech SAL’s which have a sliding D-ring on the lanyard leg or legs may also be used for tie-back applications (these are denoted by the presence of a “D” in the model number).

3.5: Instructions for use by type Before using any Shock-Absorbing Lanyard, read and understand

instructions, warnings and labels for each component of your PFAS and inspect each component, including this SAL, prior to use and in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Don and properly adjust your Full Body Harness.

Select the appropriate Shock Absorbing Lanyard for your application, based on the conditions on your job-site and the specific fall hazards that you will encounter. If you are unsure as to which SAL or SAL’s may be correct for your application or applications, seek the assistance of a competent person or contact FallTech for assistance.

Warning: Shock Absorbing Lanyards should only be attached to the back D-ring of your Full Body Harness. Never attach an SAL to side or hip D-rings, shoulder D-rings or to front or chest D-rings. This may result in serious injury or death.

ClearPack, SoftPack and Internal/ElasTech SAL’s: ClearPack and SoftPack SAL’s feature the traditional style “pack-

style” shock-absorber on one end of the SAL. This is the Attachment End of the SAL and should be connected to the back D-ring of your Full Body Harness using the double-locking snap hook directly adjacent to the shock absorber. The snap hook, rebar hook or carabiner located at the opposite end or ends of the SAL are your Anchorage-End Connectors which are to be attached to the anchorage element of your PFAS. See Figure 3.1 below.

Internal and ElasTech SAL’s feature an “Internal-style” shockabsorber. These SAL’s use a tubular webbing containing a full-length shock absorber which elongates in the event of a fall. The Attachment-

End Connector is adjacent to the “scrunched” end of the tubular webbing, which can also be identified by the presence of the labels and label cover. This end attaches to the back D-ring of your Full Body harness, while the snap hook, rebar hook or carabiner at the opposite end or ends is your Anchorage-End Connector. See Figure 3.2 Below.

All ClearPack, SoftPack and Internal/ElasTech SAL’s are rated

for a maximum free fall of 6’ (six feet) and have a maximum capacity of 310 lbs. (user, clothing, tools and equipment). FallTech HeavyWeight SAL’s (model series 7246 and 8246) are rated for a maximum capacity of 425 lbs (user, clothing, tools and equipment).

1. Attach the SAL to the back D-ring of your Full Body Harness by depressing the keeper and opening the gate on the doublelocking snap hook at the attachment end. Connect the hook to the D-ring and release the gate and keeper. Ensure the gate closes and locks and that the D-ring is fully engaged by the snap hook.

2. Attach the Anchorage-End Connector of your SAL to one of the lanyard keepers on either end of the chest strap of your Full Body Harness. Never attach the Anchorage-End Connector to any other point on your Full Body Harness: Serious injury or death could result.

3. Proceed to your work location. If you are working in the vicinity of a fall hazard, calculate possible swing fall hazards, total fall distance, and required clearance distance. If you have a swingfall hazard or do not have the required clearance distance, STOP and reevaluate your application and system. Your work location should never exceed an angle of 15 degrees in any direction in relation to your SAL’s anchorage location.

4. Inspect your anchorage connector and ensure it is installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, and so as to allow no more than six feet of free fall (the anchorage connector should be at or above the level of your back D-ring on your Full Body Harness. See Section 5 for additional anchorage considerations.

5. Attach your SAL’s Anchorage-End Connector to your anchorage. Ensure that the gate on the anchorage-end connector closes and latches automatically and securely.

6. SAL’s with rebar hooks may be attached to properly-rated structural members such as pipes and scaffolding, provided they are horizontal relative to the walking/working surface and that the rebar hook will be unable to slide off the end of the member. Never attach to a diagonal or vertical structural member or any anchor point where the rebar hook may slide off in the event of a

fall. See Section 5 for additional information on proper anchorpoints.

7. You are now tied-off and protected by your SAL. Proceed with your work, moving carefully and deliberately while being aware of slipping, tripping and snagging hazards. Be aware that the SAL is only six feet long, and any of these may cause you to loose your footing, resulting in a possible fall.

8. When proceeding to another work location, and not tied off to an anchor point, the anchorage end or ends of your SAL should be attached to the lanyard keepers on or adjacent to the chest strap of your full body harness. Never attach the anchorage end or ends to any other point on your harness, as this could result in serious injury or death.

Fig. 3.1 ClearPack Shock-Absorbing Lanyard

Fig. 3.2 Internal Shock-Absorbing Lanyard

Dual-Leg or “Y”-Leg Lanyards and 100% Tie-Off

FallTech manufactures a wide variety of Dual-Leg or “Y”-Leg ShockAbsorbing Lanyards. These are intended to be used for 100% Tie-Off, allowing the user to transition from one anchorage to another while being

continuously tied-off. They are also exceptionally useful in Tower and Positioning applications as a back-up fall arrest connecting device, allowing the user to ascend and descend between work positions while always remaining tied-off.

1. Attach your “Y”-Leg SAL to the back D-ring of your Full Body Harness by depressing the keeper and opening the gate on the double-locking snap hook at the attachment end. Connect the hook to the D-ring and release the gate and keeper. Ensure the gate closes and locks and that the D-ring is fully engaged by the snap hook. The Attachment-End Connector is always adjacent to the shock-absorber element, and joins the two legs of the lanyards together. Never attempt to attach either Anchorage-

End Connector to the back D-ring of your FBH. Never attempt to attach multiple users to a “Y”-Leg SAL. Never attempt to extend your reach by using a “Y”-Leg SAL as a “12-foot lanyard”: Any of these arrangements could result in serious injury or death. See Figures 3.3, 3.4 and 3.5 below.

2. Attach the Anchorage-End Connectors of your “Y-Leg SAL to the lanyard keepers on either end of the chest strap of your Full Body Harness. Never attach the Anchorage-End Connectors to any other point on your Full Body Harness: Serious injury or death could result.

4. Inspect your anchorage connectors(s) and ensure installation is in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, and so as to allow no more than six feet of free fall (the anchorage connector should be at or above the level of your back D-ring on your Full Body Harness. See Section 5 for additional anchorage considerations.

5. Attach the Anchorage-End Connector from one leg of your SAL to your anchorage, leaving the other leg attached to the lanyard keeper on your FBH. Ensure that the gate on the anchorageend connector closes and latches automatically and securely.

6. “Y”-Leg SAL’s with rebar hooks may be attached to properlyrated structural members such as pipes and scaffolding, provided they are horizontal relative to the walking/working surface and that the rebar hook will be unable to slide off the end of the member. Never attach to a diagonal or vertical structural

member or any anchor point where the rebar hook may slide off in the event of a fall. See Section 5 for additional information on proper anchor-points.

8. When transitioning from one anchorage to another, remain tiedoff to the first anchorage. Attach the Anchorage-End Connector from the free leg of your “Y”-Leg SAL to the next anchorage. Once tied-off to your second anchorage, disconnect from the first and attach the free leg of your “Y”-Leg SAL to the lanyard keeper on your FBH and proceed with your work.

Figures 3.3 and 3.4 show improper use of a “Y”-Leg SAL. Figure

3.5 shows the correct method of attachment.

WrapTech and Sliding-D SAL’s for Tie-Back

Tie-Back is the act of wrapping the anchorage-end of a ShockAbsorbing Lanyard around a properly rated structural (member such as a beam, pipe or scaffolding) and then connecting the Anchorage-End Connector to the leg of the SAL, forming a closed loop. This is a useful application for those situations where a traditional anchorage connector may not be available.

FallTech’s WrapTech (model series 7241 and 8241) and “Sliding-D” SAL’s (denoted by the presence of a “D” in the model number) are suitable for this application. No other FallTech SAL should be used

for tie-back as there is a risk of accidental disengagement, which may result in serious injury or death.

1. Attach your WrapTech or Sliding D-ring SAL to the back D-ring of your Full Body Harness by depressing the keeper and opening the gate on the double-locking snap hook at the attachment end. Connect the hook to the D-ring and release the gate and keeper. Ensure the gate closes and locks and that the D-ring is fully engaged by the snap hook.

2. Attach the Anchorage-End Connector of your WrapTech or Sliding D-ring SAL to one of the lanyard keepers on either end of the chest strap of your Full Body Harness. Never attach the Anchorage-End Connector to any other point on your Full Body Harness: Serious injury or death could result.

5. Attach your SAL’s Anchorage-End Connector to your anchorage. Ensure that the gate on the anchorage-end connector closes and latches automatically and securely.

6. If no anchorage connector is present and you need to tie-back to a beam or other structural member, make sure it is capable of supporting a 5,000 lb. static load.

7. Wrap the anchorage end of the WrapTech SAL around the structural member, rotate the barrel on the Anchorage-End Carabiner and open the gate. Pass the leg webbing of your SAL through the gate and release the gate so that it is closed and locked. Make sure the carabiner is positioned so that no edge or corner of the structural member is able to force the gate open in the event of a fall. See Figures 3.6 and 3.7 below.

8. For Sliding-D Tie-Back SAL’s, wrap the anchorage end of the lanyard leg around the structural member. Depress the keeper on the snap hook and open the gate. Attach the snap hook to the sliding D-ring on the leg webbing of your SAL and release the gate so that it is closed and locked. Make sure the snap hook is positioned so that no edge or corner of the structural member is able to force the gate open in the event of a fall.

9. Check to ensure that your tie-back SAL is not able to slide off of either end of the structural member to which you are anchored. If tied-back to a vertical or diagonal member, ensure that lanyard is tied back directly above another horizontal member or a structural element that will prevent the SAL from sliding in the event of a fall.

10. You are now tied-off and protected by your WrapTech or SlidingD SAL. Proceed with your work, moving carefully and deliberately while being aware of slipping, tripping and snagging hazards. Be aware that the SAL is only six feet long, and any of these may cause you to loose your footing, resulting in a possible fall.

Fig 3.6 Fig 3.7

Correct Tie-Back Connection Incorrect Tie-Back Connection

Ironman Shock-Absorbing Lanyards for Extended Free Fall

FallTech Ironman SAL’s (model series 7248, 7248, 8247 and 8248) are designed to allow up to twelve feet of free fall for those circumstances where an overhead anchorage may not be available, leaving the walking/working surface as the only viable option for an anchor point. Tying off below the level of the back D-ring on your

FBH or at the foot level should always be a last resort as additional fall clearance is required, and there is a greater risk of swing fall injuries.

Never use any Shock-Absorbing Lanyards in a system that allows more than 6 feet of free fall, unless this application is specifically allowed on the product label. Use of an SAL that is not rated for this application may result in serious injury or death.

1. Attach the Ironman SAL to the back D-ring of your Full Body Harness by depressing the keeper and opening the gate on the double-locking snap hook at the attachment end. Connect the hook to the D-ring and release the gate and keeper. Ensure the gate closes and locks and that the D-ring is fully engaged by the snap hook.

4. Inspect your anchorage connectors(s) and ensure installation is in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, and so as to allow no more than twleve feet of free fall (the anchorage connector should be at or above the level of your back D-ring on your Full Body Harness. See Section 5 for additional anchorage considerations.

5. Attach your SAL’s Anchorage-End Connector to your anchorage. Ensure that the gate on the anchorage-end connector closes and latches automatically and securely.

6. Ironman SAL’s with rebar hooks may be attached to properlyrated structural members such as pipes and scaffolding, provided they are horizontal relative to the walking/working

surface and that the rebar hook will be unable to slide off the end of the member. Never attach to a diagonal or vertical structural member or any anchor point where the rebar hook may slide off in the event of a fall. See Section 5 for additional information on proper anchor-points.

7. If using an Ironman SAL on a Beam Anchor or Beam Clamp, check to ensure that the gate on your anchorage end connector does not engage the edge of the beam flange. If the flange is able to load the gate in the event of a fall, this could create a forced disengagement resulting in serious injury or death. In these circumstances, consider using a FallTech #7214 choker attached to the beam anchor as a “D-ring extender”, particularly if your Ironman SAL is equipped with an Anchorage- End rebar hook.

8. You are now tied-off and protected by your SAL. Proceed with your work, moving carefully and deliberately while being aware of slipping, tripping and snagging hazards. Be aware that the SAL is only six feet long, and any of these may cause you to loose your footing, resulting in a possible fall.

9. When proceeding to another work location, and not tied off to an anchor point, the anchorage end or ends of your SAL should be attached to the lanyard keepers on or adjacent to the chest strap of your full body harness. Never attach the anchorage end or ends to any other point on your harness, as this could result in serious injury or death.

Section 4: Product Selection

Product selection is as important as the proper use of the product itself. Poor judgment in product selection can have catastrophic results – therefore be sure to consult a competent person to ensure that the product that is issued is appropriate for the application and the specific location for which it is intended.

ANSI Z359.1-2007, Section 7 describes in detail the steps that should be taken with regard to the selection of fall arrest equipment. FallTech strongly encourages the use of this guide by those who employ users of fall arrest products. The ANSI standard recommends the following steps be taken:

 A workplace assessment by a competent person taking into

account the presence of sources of extreme heat, chemicals, electrical hazards, environmental contaminants, sharp objects, abrasive surfaces; moving equipment and materials, unstable, uneven and slippery walking/working surfaces; unguarded openings; climatic/weather factors and foreseeable changes to

these conditions. Care must be taken to ensure that the equipment that is selected is suitable for use where any of these conditions may exist.

 The workplace assessment must identify all paths of movement

and the fall hazards along these paths. Care must be taken to ensure that there are proper anchorages at appropriate intervals along these paths to protect the users from these hazards without exposure to swing-fall conditions. The PFAS selected must limit the fall distance in order to avoid contact with the next lower level in the event of a fall.

 Anchorage connectors should be selected on the basis of their

suitability for attachment to the anchor point to ensure a compatible and secure connection.

 The exposure of the anchorage connector to sharp edges,

abrasive surfaces and other physical/structural hazards should be considered when evaluating compatibility.

 The competent person shall calculate the weight of all authorized

persons when fully equipped to ensure that they are within the maximum capacity of the PFAS.

 A full body harness meeting the requirements of Z359 shall be

selected, and it shall be sized to fit the user as per the manufacturer’s instructions.

 Connectors that are selected shall be suitably sized and shaped

so as to be compatible with the devices to which they will be attached.

 The competent person shall select the method of protecting the

equipment from damage by workplace conditions, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

 The competent person shall check the equipment instructions

and markings to ensure compliance with the appropriate standards and will ensure that manufacturer’s instructions; markings and warnings are read and followed.

 If the PFAS that is selected is made up of components from

different manufacturers, the competent person will ensure that these components are compatible.

FallTech strongly encourages that the following points also be considered in the course of product selection, in addition to the points above:

 Select the anchorage connector that is most appropri ate for your

application and for the anchor point to which it will be attached. While sling-style anchors are popular because of their versatility,

they are not always the best choice where sharp or angular edges are present on the structure to which they are attached.

 Select a full body harness of appropriate durability for your

workplace which contains all of the attachment elements that you will require. Never attach any SAL to anything other than the back/dorsal d-ring of your full body harness.

 Depending on workplace conditions and hazards, you may need

to employ multiple systems or different combinations of components. Do not try and force the system to fit the application. Use of the correct equipment is the best policy.

Section 5: Anchorage Considerations

OSHA 1910.66 and 1926.502 state that anchorages used for attachment of a PFAS must be independent of any anchorage being used to support or suspend platforms, and must support at least 5,000 lbs. per user attached, or be designed, installed and used as part of a complete PFAS which maintains a safety factor of at least two, and is supervised by a qualified person (architect, structural engineer, etc.).

The anchorage to which this SAL is attached must capable of sustaining static loads in directions applied by the personal fall arrest system of at least 3,600 lbs (or at least twice the expected dynamic load) with certification of a qualified person (architect, structural engineer, etc.), or 5,000 lbs in the absence of certification. If multiple personal fall arrest systems are being attached to the same anchorage, the minimum values stated above must be multiplied by the number of users.

Ensure that the anchorage connector that you are using is compatible with the anchor point to which you are attaching it. If you are using this SAL with a Horizontal Lifeline, tripod or davit, ensure that it is compatible with these systems by checking the manufacturer’s instructions for these systems for the minimum performance requirements of deceleration devices.

Be sure that your anchorage is mounted overhead or above the level of the back d-ring of your full body harness. Be sure to calculate your clear-fall (as discussed in section 2.9) and to avoid swing fall hazards. Ensure the fall path is clear of obstructions and impalement hazards.

Section 6: Employer and User Training

6.1: Special notes for the Employer

As an employer, you may be obliged to provide Personal Protective Equipment (to include Personal Fall Arrest and Fall Protection Equipment) along with an appropriate amount of training to your employees so that they will be adequately prepared to use this equipment in the course of their work. If you are unsure about your duty to provide fall protection, consult Title 29 CFR, section 1926.501 which can easily be viewed at www.osha.gov. Another important resource for employers is the Consensus standard on Managed Fall Protection: ANSI Z359.2-2007.

Equally important is the subject of product/equipment selection. If you are obliged to provide fall protection equipment for your employees, be sure to consult with or appoint a competent or qualified person to select and prescribe equipment that is suitable to address the specific hazards which may be present on your job-site or in your facility. There are different products for different applications, and under many circumstances these products are not interchangeable. If you have questions as to whether this product is suitable for your application, please contact FallTech for assistance.

It is important to note that improper use of fall arrest equipment can be just as dangerous as not using it at all. Failure to adequately train and supervise your employees may result in serious injury or death. It is critical to have a training program supported by documentation, refresher/remedial training and to establish best practices where the employment of all PPE is concerned.

6.2: User Training

It is the responsibility of the user of this equipment to read and fully understand these instructions before employing this product as part of a Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS). Every user of fall protection should be provided a four to eight hour course of instruction for the Authorized User. Training must also be provided in the use of each component of the user’s PFAS and in the recognition of fall hazards. During the course of this training, the user may not be exposed to a fall hazard.

In the absence of a formal training program, FallTech has designed these instructional materials to act as an abbreviated course of instruction in an effort to give the user an over-view of fall arrest. This manual does not constitute a comprehensive training program, and it is not all-inclusive. Be sure to consult www.osha.gov for details on OSHA requirements for training. FallTech has additional services available to

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