Qualcraft Daytona Big Block SRL User Manual

Product Name: Daytona Big Block SRL

Part #: 10968; 10967; 10979; 10980; 35189; 35190

Instruction Manual

Do not throw away these instructions!

Read and understand these instructions before using equipment!

Table of Contents

Introduction

Applicable Safety Standards

Worker Classifications

Safety Information

Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage

Inspection

Product Specific Applications

Limitations

Components and Specifications

Installation and Use

Labels

Inspection Log

Notes

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a Guardian Fall Protection Daytona Big Block SRL. This manual must be
read and understood in its entirety, and used as part of an employee training program as
required by OSHA or any applicable state agency.

This and any other included instructions must be made available to the user of the equipment.
The user must understand how to safely and effectively use the Daytona Big Block SRL, and all
fall safety equipment used in combination with the Daytona Big Block SRL.

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User Information

Date of First Use:

Serial #:

Trainer:

User:

Applicable Safety Standards

When used according to instruction specifications, this product meets or exceeds all applicable
OSHA 1926 Subpart M, OSHA 1910, ANSI Z359.14-2012, and ANSI A10.32-2012 standards for fall
protection. Applicable standards and regulations depend on the type of work being done, and
also might include state-specific regulations. Consult regulatory agencies for more information
on personal fall arrest systems and associated components.

Worker Classifications

CAUTION

!

Qualified Person: A person with an accredited degree or certification, and with extensive
experience or sufficient professional standing, who is considered proficient in planning and
reviewing the conformity of fall protection and rescue systems.

Competent Person: A highly trained and experienced person who is ASSIGNED BY THE EMPLOYER
to be responsible for all elements of a fall safety program, including, but not limited to, its
regulation, management, and application. A person who is proficient in identifying existing and
predictable fall hazards, and who has the authority to stop work in order to eliminate hazards.

Authorized Person: A person who is assigned by their employer to work around or be subject to
potential or existing fall hazards.

It is the responsibility of a Qualified or Competent person to supervise the job site and
ensure all applicable safety regulations are complied with.

Understand the following definitions of those who
work near or who may be exposed to fall hazards.

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Safety Information

Failure to understand and comply with safety regulations may result in

WARNING

!

Do not alter equipment.

Do not misuse equipment.

Workplace conditions, including, but not limited to, flame, corrosive chemicals, electrical shock,
sharp objects, machinery, abrasive substances, weather conditions, and uneven surfaces, must
be assessed by a Competent Person before fall protection equipment is selected.

The analysis of the workplace must anticipate where workers will be performing their duties,
the routes they will take to reach their work, and the potential and existing fall hazards they
may be exposed to.

Fall protection equipment must be chosen by a Competent Person. Selections must account for
all potential hazardous workplace conditions.

All fall protection equipment should be purchased new and in an unused condition.

Fall protection systems must be selected and installed under the supervision of a Competent
Person, and used in a compliant manner.

Fall protection systems must be designed in a manner compliant with all federal, state, and
safety regulations.

serious injury or death. Regulations included herein are not all-inclusive,

are for reference only, and are not intended to replace a Competent

Person’s judgment or knowledge of federal or state standards.

Unless explicitly stated otherwise, the maximum allowable free fall distance for lanyards must
not exceed 6’. No free fall allowed for non-LE SRLs. Class A SRLs must arrest falls within 24”;
Class B SRLs must arrest falls within 54”.

Forces applied to anchors must be calculated by a Competent Person.

Harnesses and connectors selected must be compliant with manufacturer’s instructions, and
must be of compatible size and configuration.

A pre-planned rescue procedure in the case of a fall is required. The rescue plan must be project­specific. The rescue plan must allow for employees to rescue themselves, or provide an
alternative means for their prompt rescue.

Store rescue equipment in an easily accessible and clearly marked area.

Training of Authorized Persons to correctly erect, disassemble, inspect, maintain, store, and use
equipment must be provided by a Competent Person.

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Training must include the ability to recognize fall hazards, minimize the likelihood of fall hazards,
and the correct use of personal fall arrest systems.

NEVER use fall protection equipment of any kind to hang, lift, support, or hoist tools or
equipment, unless explicitly certified for such use.

Maintenance of equipment must be done according to manufacturer’s instructions. Equipment
instructions must be retained for reference.

Prior to EACH use, all equipment in a fall protection system must be inspected for any potential
or existing deficiencies that may result in its failure or reduced functionality. IMMEDIATELY
remove equipment from service if any deficiencies are found.

Equipment must be inspected by a Competent Person at least every six months. These
inspections must be documented in equipment instruction manual and on equipment inspection
grid label.

Equipment must be inspected for defects, including, but not limited to, the absence of required
labels or markings, improper form/fit/function, evidence of cracks, sharp edges, deformation,
corrosion, excessive heating, alteration, excessive wear, fraying, knotting, abrasion, and absence
of parts.

Equipment that fails inspection in any way must immediately be removed from use, or repaired
by an entity approved by the manufacturer.

No on-site repair of equipment unless explicitly permitted by Guardian Fall Protection.

Equipment subjected to forces of fall arrest must immediately be removed from use.

Snap hooks, carabiners, and other connectors must be selected and applied in a compatible
fashion. All risk of disengagement must be eliminated. All snap hooks and carabiners must be
self-locking and self-closing, and must never be connected to each other.

Age, fitness, and health conditions can seriously affect the worker should a fall occur. Consult a
doctor if there is any reason to doubt a user’s ability to withstand and safely absorb fall arrest
forces or perform set-up of equipment.

Pregnant women and minors must not use this equipment.

Physical harm may still occur even if fall safety equipment functions correctly. Sustained post-fall
suspension may result in serious injury or death. Use trauma relief straps to reduce the effects of
suspension trauma.

Allowable individual worker weight limit (including all equipment), unless explicitly stated
otherwise, is 130-310 lbs.

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Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage

Repairs to Daytona Big Block SRLs can only be made by a Guardian Fall Protection representative
or an entity authorized by Guardian. Contact Guardian for all maintenance and repair needs at:
1-800-466-6385. If a Daytona Big Block SRL fails inspection in any way, immediately remove it
from service, and contact Guardian to inquire about its return or repair.

Cleaning after use is important for maintaining the safety and longevity of Daytona Big Block
SRLs. Remove all dirt, corrosives, and contaminants from Daytona Big Block SRLs before and after
each use. If Daytona Big Block SRL cannot be cleaned with plain water, use mild soap and water,
then rinse and wipe dry. NEVER clean Daytona Big Block SRLs with corrosive substances.

When not in use, store equipment where it will not be affected by heat, light, excessive
moisture, chemicals, or other degrading elements.

Inspection

KEEP INSTRUCTIONS AVAILABLE FOR REFERENCE. Record Date of First Use.

Prior to EACH use, inspect Daytona Big Block SRL for deficiencies, including, but not limited to,
corrosion, deformation, pits, burrs, rough surfaces, sharp edges, cracking, rust, paint buildup,
excessive heating, alteration, broken stitching, fraying, bird-caging, and missing or illegible
labels. IMMEDIATELY remove Daytona Big Block SRL from service if defects or damage are found,
or if exposed to forces of fall arrest.

Ensure that applicable work area is free of all damage, including, but not limited to, debris, rot,
rust, decay, cracking, and hazardous materials. Ensure that selected work area will support the
application-specific minimum loads set forth in this instruction manual. Work area MUST be
stable.

At least every 6 months, a Competent Person other than the user must inspect Daytona Big
Block SRLs. Competent Person inspections MUST be recorded in inspection log in instruction

manual and on equipment inspection grid label. The Competent Person must sign their
initials in the box corresponding to the month and year the inspection took place.

During inspection, consider all applications and hazards Daytona Big Block SRLs have been
subjected to.

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Product Specific Applications

WARNING

!

Personal Fall Arrest: Daytona Big Block SRLs may be used in Personal Fall Arrest
applications to support a MAXIMUM 1 Personal Fall Arrest System. Structure must
withstand loads applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least
5,000 lbs. Maximum free fall is 2’. SRL may be positioned no more than 2’ below
harness dorsal D-ring. Applicable D-ring: Dorsal.

Restraint: Daytona Big Block SRLs may be used in Restraint applications. Restraint
systems prevent workers from reaching the leading edge of a fall hazard. Always
account for fully deployed length of lanyard/SRL. Structure must withstand loads
applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least 1,000 lbs. No free fall
is permitted. Restraint systems may only be used on surfaces with slopes up to
4/12 (vertical/horizontal). Applicable D-rings: Dorsal, Chest, Side, Shoulder.

used in combination with equipment explicitly certified for such use.

Use of equipment in unintended applications may result in serious

injury or death. Maximum 1 attachment per connection point.

For all applications: worker weight capacity range (including all

clothing, tools, and equipment) is 130-310 lbs., or up to 420 lbs. if

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Limitations

Fall Clearance: There must be sufficient clearance below the anchorage connector to arrest a fall

before the user strikes the ground or an obstruction. When calculating fall clearance, account for
a MINIMUM 3’ safety factor, deceleration distance, user height, length of lanyard/SRL, and all
other applicable factors. Diagram shown is an EXAMPLE fall clearance calculation ONLY.

FALL CLEARANCE CALCULATION

Lanyard length

(6’ total)

Required

distance

from
anchorage
(19’ total)

Deceleration

distance (4’ total)

Height of harness

dorsal D-ring from

worker’s feet

(6’ total)

Safety factor

(3’ total)

Swing Falls: Prior to installation or use, make considerations for eliminating or minimizing all
swing fall hazards. Swing falls occur when the anchor is not directly above the location where a
fall occurs. Always work as close to in line with the anchor point as possible. Swing falls
significantly increase the likelihood of serious injury or death in the event of a fall.

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Compatibility: When making connections with Daytona Big Block SRLs, eliminate all possibility
of roll-out. Roll-out occurs when interference between a hook and the attachment point causes
the hook gate to unintentionally open and release. All connections must be selected and
deemed compatible with Daytona Big Block SRLs by a Competent Person. All connector gates
must be self-closing and self-locking, and withstand minimum loads of 3,600 lbs. See the
following for examples of compatible/incompatible connections:

Connector
closed and
locked to
D-ring. OK.

Two or more
snap hooks or
carabiners
connected to
each other. NO.

Two connectors
to same
D-ring. NO.

Incompatible
or irregular
application,
which may
increase risk
of roll-out. NO.

Connector
to integral
lanyard.

NO.

Connector
directly to
webbing.

NO.

Application
that places
load on gate.

NO.

Connector
directly to
horizontal
lifeline. NO.

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Correct Anchorage Positioning:

This chart details allowable working zones required

to reduce risk of swing falls and improper side loading.

ALWAYS adhere to information specified by chart.

Anchor Distance

From

Leading Edge (Y)

6’

10’
15’

20’
25’
30’
35’
40’
45’
50’
55’
60’

For example, if the anchorage connector is 6’ from the leading

edge (Y), the working distance (X) is 8’ in each direction from

the perpendicular, which translates to a 53° working angle.

Key:
X: Working Distance
Along Roof Edge
Y: Distance From
Leading Edge
Ø: Total Working
Angle

Working Distance

Along Roof Edge

(Either Direction) (X)

8’

9’ - 9”

11’ - 7”
13’ - 3”
14’ - 6”

16’
17’ - 2”
18’ - 3”
19’ - 4”

19’ - 10”

21’ - 4”
22’ - 3”

Y

Working Angle

From

Perpendicular (Ø)

53°
45°
38°
33°
30°
28°
26°
24°
23°
21°
21°
21°

Ø

X

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Components and Specifications

Materials: High Strength ABS, stainless steel, polyester, and nylon.

Class B SRL.
Average arrest force: 900 lbs.
Maximum arrest force:1,800 lbs.
Maximum deceleration distance: 54”.

Carabiner

Housing

Lifeline

Shock Pack

Part # Length Description

10968
10967

10979
10980
35189
35190

50’
65’

50’
65’
50’
65’

Daytona Big Block SRL w/ Nylon Housing & Shock Pack

Daytona Big Block SRL w/ Nylon Housing & Shock Pack

Daytona Big Block SRL w/ Nylon Housing, Stainless Steel Cable, & Shock Pack

Daytona Big Block SRL w/ Nylon Housing, Stainless Steel Cable, & Shock Pack

Repair Cable Assembly w/ Shock Pack

Repair Cable Assembly w/ Shock Pack

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Snap Hook

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Installation and Use

Guardian Fall Protection Daytona Big Block SRLs may be used in Leading Edge (LE)
applications. Maximum free fall is 2’. ALWAYS avoid lifeline contact with sharp or abrasive
edges and surfaces. In Fall Arrest applications, anchorage connection point may be at
most 2’ below harness dorsal D-ring.

1. All PFAS components must be selected and deemed compatible with applicable SRL by a
Competent Person.

2. Ensure structure to which SRL is to be attached, and on which work is to be performed, is free
of all hazards, including, but not limited to, debris, rot, rust, sharp or abrasive edges and
surfaces, and hazardous materials.

3. Daytona Big Block SRLs may be used in stationary applications ONLY.

4. Attach Daytona Big Block SRL carabiner to selected anchorage connector, and attach snap
hook to applicable harness D-ring.

5. Ensure 100% tie-off will be maintained at all times, which may require the use of a back-up
or supplementary fall protection system.

LE SRL Additional Use Instructions:

WARNING

!

Daytona Big Block SRLs are tested and certified for horizontal use over a steel edge without
burrs. Daytona Big Block SRLs may be used over similar surfaces, such as metal sheeting or other
steel formations.

The allowable angle of redirection of the lifeline portion of Daytona Big Block SRLs at the leading
edge of a fall hazard MUST be at least 90° (see Image 1).

Anchor point MUST be situated no lower than the leading edge of applicable fall hazard(s).

Prior to use, a Competent Person MUST calculate adequate fall clearance (see pg. 6).

ALWAYS attach to anchorage connector that will allow for required setback distance
(see Image 2).

Setback distance: As determined by product testing, Guardian Fall Protection Daytona Big
Block SRLs MUST be installed a MINIMUM 6’ (1.8m) from the leading edge of applicable
fall hazard(s).

ALWAYS adhere to the following warnings and specifications when using LE SRLs.

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Daytona Big Block SRLs may be used in combination with horizontal lifelines. All installation,
set-up, and use of horizontal lifelines must be done under the supervision of a Qualified Person.

NEVER work on the far side of an opening that is opposite the Daytona Big Block SRL anchorage
point.

In the event of a fall over the edge, special rescue measures may be necessary. Always account
for use of Daytona Big Block SRLs in job site rescue plan developed by job site Competent
Person.

X≥90°

Leading Edge

X≤90°

Setback Distance

Image 1 Image 2

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Labels

TO SELF SERVICE OR REPAIR!

DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL.

USE: Always use in accordance

with manufacturer’s instruction

manual and labels included

with this device at the time

of shipment. This device is
only for use by one person
as a fall arrester. Always

connect the snap hook

directly to the attachment

point on the safety harness.
Guard against swing-falls
by keeping the lifeline

vertically overhead.
Maximum free fall 2 feet.
Avoid lifeline contact

with sharp or abrasive
edges and surfaces.
Ensure that
connection to
anchorage is secured

properly before use.
May be used as a
component of a PFAS in

HLL applications. Design,

installation, and utilization
of HLLs must be

supervised by a Qualified

Person. Suitable for

horizontal use. Competent

Person must calculate

adequate fall clearance prior

to use; refer to instructions

for details. Minimum

installation setback distance

from leading edge is 6 feet.

WARNING: Prior to

use, fully read and

understand all

manufacturer’s instructions

provided with equipment at time

of shipment. DO NOT ATTEMPT

MADE IN U.S.A.

10968

65’; 3/16” CABLE

CUSTOM #

Serial #

J F M AA JM J S O N D

YR

YR

YR

YR

YR

Date of First Use Mfg. Date

INSPECTION:

Inspect unit in
accordance to the
manufacturer’s instruction
manual and regulatory guidelines.
Check lifeline retraction by pulling
out a minimum 4 feet of lifeline

and allowing it to retract under

light tension, lifeline should

retract completely. Pull sharply

to test locking function, brakes

must engage. Before use,

inspect the lifeline condition,

function and condition of

fasteners, and legibility of

labels. Also, check for

evidence of defects, damage

or missing parts. User must

inspect the impact indicator

for signs of activation.

Device must be taken out

Capacity Range: 130 – 310

lbs. or 311 – 420 lbs.*
*See instructions.
Average arresting force:

900 lbs.

Maximum arresting force:

1,800 lbs.

Maximum arresting distance:

54 in.

Class B SRL

STANDARDS:

OSHA 1926 Subpart M, OSHA

1910, ANSI Z359.14-2014, & ANSI

A10.32-2012

90150 (Rev. D)

of service after arresting a
fall or if the impact
indicator show signs of

activation. Do not use if
inspection reveals an
unsafe condition. Unit
must be inspected by
a trained and
Competent Person at
least every 6 months.

SPECIFICATIONS:

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Inspection Log

User must inspect prior to EACH use. Competent Person other than user must complete
formal inspection at least every 6 months. Competent Person to inspect and initial.

Date of First Use: __________________. Product lifetime is 5 years from Date of First Use,
or, if not recorded, from Date of Manufacture, as long as it passes pre-use and Competent
Person inspections.

This inspection log must be specific to one Daytona Big Block SRL. Separate inspection
logs must be used for each Daytona Big Block SRL. All inspection records must be made
visible and available to all users at all times.

If equipment fails inspection IMMEDIATELY REMOVE FROM SERVICE.

Notes

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