Genie Fall Arrest Bar Operators Manual
Operator's Manual Supplement
Genie® Fall Arrest Bar
Original Instructions
First Edition
Sixth Printing
Part No. 1256390GT
Operator's Manual Supplement First Edition • Sixth Printing
Genie® Fall Arrest Bar Part No. 1256390GT
Front Matter
Manufacturer
Terex Global GmbH
Bleicheplatz 2
Schaffhausen, 8200
Switzerland
Note: Terex Global GmbH is also known as
"Genie" when referenced in this manual.
Authorized representative:
Genie Industries B. V.
Boekerman 5
4751 XK OUD GASTEL
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Contents
Introduction ............................................................1
Installation Instructions ..........................................9
Genie Fall Arrest Bar Inspection Log .................. 14
Genie Fall Arrest Bar EU Declaration of
Conformity ..................................................... 15
Copyright © 2017 by Terex Corporation
First Edition, Sixth Printing October 2020
Genie, "S" and "Z" are registered trademarks of Terex South
Dakota, Inc. in the U.S.A. and many other countries.
Complies with:
- EC Directive 2006/42/EC
- Regulation EU 2016/425 (PPE)
PPE certified by Notified Body N°2777
SATRA Technology Europe Ltd
Bracetown Business Park
Clonee - Co. Meath
Ireland
See EC Declaration of Conformity
This accessory complies with
ANSI/SAIA A92.20
CAN/CSA B.354.6
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Introduction
Genie Self-propelled Boom
Products and Fall Arrest
Guidance
Background
Booms are designed to carry personnel to
elevated work locations. A personal fall protection
system in addition to the platform guard rails is
required by regulatory agencies in many parts of
the world. Personal fall protection can consist of a
fall restraint and/or fall arrest system. Depending
on the work being performed either a fall restraint
system or a fall arrest system should be selected
while in the platform. Sometimes work must be
performed by stepping out of the basket onto an
adjacent structure. If the adjacent structure is not
equipped to provide appropriate fall protection, the
Genie boom may be used as a fall arrest anchor.
This document provides guidance for the use of
Genie Booms to serve as fall arrest anchorages.
Definitions
Qualified person
A "qualified person" one who, by possession of a
recognized degree, certificate, or professional
standing, or by extensive knowledge, training and
experience, has demonstrated his/her ability to
solve or resolve problems related to the subject
matter, the work, or the project.
Fall Restraint Systems
Restraint systems prevent a worker from being
exposed to a fall. If the employee is protected by a
restraint system, either a body belt or a harness
may be used. When a restraint system is used for
fall protection in a boom supported aerial work
platform, the employer/user/operator must ensure
that the lanyard and anchor are arranged so that
the operator is not exposed to falling any distance
outside the platform.
Fall Arrest Systems
A system that permits an arrested fall is
considered a fall arrest system. A body belt is
prohibited in a fall arrest system and instead a full
body harness and lanyard that limits the fall
distance and arresting force on the person is
required. Fall arresting lanyards typically have a
shock absorbing section or are a self-retracting
lifeline/lanyard.
Self-retracting lifeline/lanyard
A deceleration device containing a drum-wound
line which can be slowly extracted from, or
retracted onto, the drum under slight tension
during normal employee movement, and which
after onset of a fall, automatically locks the drum
and arrests the fall. The use of the self-retracting
lifeline/ lanyard as a fall arrest lanyard is allowed
on boom-supported aerial work platforms. If a selfretracting lifeline/lanyard is used while exiting the
platform it shall not allow a free fall greater than six
feet.
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Personal Fall Protection Preference
When designing a work space/condition the order
of preference for fall protection is:
1 Fall restraint - Prevent the occurrence of a fall
2 Fall arrest - Reduce injuries occurring during
the fall
Genie Self-propelled Booms may be used
as a fall arrest anchor including working
outside of the platform under the following
guidelines:
1 The owner/employer/user/operator of the
boom is responsible for providing fall
protection for boom operator.
2 A "qualified person" with knowledge of fall
protection regulations and systems must
design the work space and the fall arrest
system to insure worker safety.
3 Genie Booms have been stability tested on
level ground for a 300 lb / 136 kg person
experiencing fall arrest with the remaining
rated load in the platform. Therefore the
weight of the worker, including tools and
equipment, exiting the platform while attached
to one of the platform's lanyard anchorages
must not exceed 300 lbs / 136 kg.
4 The anchor device is used as part of a fall
arrest system, the user shall be equipped with
a means of limiting to a maximum arresting
force of 1,349 lbs / 6 kN, in some global
regions the maximum could be 1,798 lbs /
8 kN. Obey all local and governmental
regulations.
5 The fall arrest system must not allow a
potential free fall greater than 6ft /1.8m, in
some global regions this could be 6.6ft/2m.
Obey all local and governmental regulations.
6 Only one person may exit or work outside the
platform while attached to an approved
lanyard attachment point.
7 The weight of a person working outside the
platform while attached to an approved
lanyard attachment point must be included in
the platform load calculation.
8 Employers and operators must be aware of
and plan for potential vertical and horizontal
platform movement while exiting or entering an
elevated boom platform.
9 The boom must be on firm level ground to be
considered usable as a fall arrest anchorage.
10 A person trained in the operation of the Genie
boom shall remain on the ground near the
machine base controls to prevent
unauthorized use and to prevent the machine
from being operated while used as a fall arrest
anchor.
11 The fall protection system must comply with all
applicable local, provincial, federal, job site,
and manufacturer's requirements for the use
of personal fall protection equipment.
12 Do not operate the boom once the operator
has tied off and stepped out of the platform.
13 Be aware of all medical conditions that could
affect the safety of the user in normal and
emergency use.
14 A rescue plan should be in place to deal with
any emergencies that may arise during the
work at height.
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15 No alterations, additional or repairs should be
made to this equipment without the written
consent of Genie.
16 The equipment shall not be used outside its
limitations, or for any other purpose than that it
is intended for.
17 Always check within a system to ensure
compatibility of items of equipment when
assembled into a system before use.
18 The safety function of one item of equipment
may interfere with the safe function of another
with certain combinations of equipment.
19 The equipment should be stored and
transported in the following manor:
To prevent contact with sharp heavy objects
that may damage the track.
Away from harmful substances such as
acids, alkalis, fuel, and paints that could
cause damage.
The equipment is completely installed as
described in the installation instructions
within this manual.
20 When designing fall arrest systems the
following should be taken into account:
Lanyard free fall distance
Maximum allowable deceleration distance
Maximum lock-up length (for the self
retracting lifeline/lanyard only)
Any stretch in the lifeline or lanyard outside
of the deceleration distance.
The height of the operator
Any harness effects including self retracting
lanyards
Safety factor (a suitable amount to ensure
that the required clearance between the
operator and the lower surface is met)
Any movement of the platform due to
dynamic loading
Any obstructions under the platform
Any other traffic or distractions that could
affect safety
21 The anchor device should only be used for
personal fall protection equipment and not
used in any way for lifting/lowering equipment.
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Owner/Employer/User/Operator
Requirements:
1 Operators must be trained and qualified on
safe operation of the equipment, and be
familiar with the specific model of Genie
equipment as follows:
Be familiar and comply with the equipment
operating and safety manuals, decals and
warnings.
Understand all control functions.
Be aware of and understand all safety
devices specific to the equipment being
used.
Be instructed how to avoid the hazards.
2 Comply with all applicable jobsite, local, state,
provincial, and federal rules and regulations,
and standards related to the use of the
equipment.
3 The equipment must be in proper working
condition and configuration.
In consideration for Genie's guidance herein, the
equipment owner, employer, user and operator
hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless
Terex USA and its parent and affiliated companies
against any and all liabilities, claims, suits, losses,
costs and legal fees caused by, arising out of, or
resulting from any negligent act or omission in the
operation of the equipment; the failure to comply
with the criteria set forth in this letter related to the
use of a boom as a Fall Arrest anchorage; the
safety rules and operating instructions in the
Operator's Manual. By proceeding with the use
of a boom as a Fall Arrest anchorage, you
agree to adhere to the requirements set forth
herein, including said indemnification. If you
do not agree, do not proceed with the
proposed use.
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