Werner C161106, C191203, C191204, C111506, C113106 User Manual
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FALL PROTECTION
PROTECCIÓN CONTRA CAÍDAS
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Positioning LAnYARDs
Complies with ANSI Z359.3-2007
OSHA 1910 and 1926 regulations and requirements.
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Cumplen con los requisitos y normas ANSI Z359.3-2007,
OSHA 1910 y 1926.
(See back pages for specic model numbers.)
(Vea las páginas traseras para obtener los números de modelo especícos).
Werner Co. Fall Protection 724-588-2000
93 Werner Rd. 888-523-3371 llamada gratuita
Greenville, PA 16125 888-456-8458 fax
CAUTION!
If use of fall protection equipment is necessary then the work
environment is dangerous and potentially deadly. Werner Co. products
are designed to eliminate as much of the hazard only as possible but
can do that ONLY if they are used correctly. Use this equipment as it
was designed to be used, after appropriate training, under the direct
supervision of a competent person, according to the instructions
provided, and in accordance with OSHA and local safety regulations.
User MUST read and understand all cautions and instructions. Failure
to heed these guidelines could result in injury or even death. WORK
SAFE! WORK SMART!
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Contents
WARNINGS ...........................................................................................................4
I. BEFORE USING LANYARDS
a. Inspect ......................................................................................................................4
b. Compatibility ............................................................................................................6
c. Anchorage Strength .................................................................................................6
d. Clearances ................................................................................................................7
e. Rescue Plan..............................................................................................................7
f. Training ......................................................................................................................7
II. LANYARD DESCRIPTIONS
a. Fall Restraint or Positioning Lanyards ..................................................................7
b. Rebar Positioning Lanyards ...................................................................................8
III.CONNECTIONS
a. Connecting to Harness - Standard Positioning Lanyard .....................................8
b. Connecting to a Harness - Rebar Positioning Lanyard ........................................8
c. Connecting to an Anchorage - Standard Positioning Lanyard ............................8
d. Connect to an Anchorage - Rebar Positioning Lanyard ......................................9
IV. USE WARNINGS, RESTRICTIONS AND CAUTIONS
a. Adequate anchorages ..............................................................................................9
b. Fall Distance ............................................................................................................9
c. Swing Fall .................................................................................................................9
d. Capacity ....................................................................................................................9
e. Environmental Hazards ...........................................................................................9
f. Components/Subsystems ...................................................................................... 10
g. Care and Storage ................................................................................................... 10
V. LABELS/IDENTIFICATION/INSPECTION RECORDS ................................... 11
VI. EQUIPMENT RECORDS ............................................................................... 14
VII. INSPECTION RECORD ................................................................................14
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Warning:
This product is just one part of a personal fall arrest, work positioning,
travel restraint, climbing or rescue system. It must be matched
correctly with other components to form a complete and functional
system. The user must understand the function of each of these
components and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for use for
each. ANSI and OSHA standards require that training in the use of
these products be provided by a competent person. The user must be
provided these instructions, should read and follow them, and then
consult the competent person who will supervise his work if he has
any questions about any part of the instructions. The employer must
provide training in the proper use, inspection, and maintenance of all
components in the system, and these instructions can be used as part
of that training. The equipment should be used ONLY in accordance
with these instructions, local ordinances and codes, the applicable
OSHA and ANSI standards, and the employer’s safety plan.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT ANYTHING IN THESE
INSTRUCTIONS, THE EQUIPMENT, OR PROPER USE OF THE
EQUIPMENT, CONTACT WERNER CO. FOR MORE INFORMATION.
I. Before Using the Lanyard
Before using this equipment the user should take certain steps to
ensure that it is in good condition and safe for use. Some lanyards are
manufactured with an exclusive Werner Co. WebAlert Inspectable
Webbing that is designed to make these inspections easier. The
WebAlert Webbing has a contrasting internal color that will make cuts
or abrasions more visible. Any appearance of the internal WebAlert
color indicates that product should receive further examination by
a competent person before continued use. If a competent person
determines that the affected webbing or component has lost strength
then that product should be immediately removed from service.
a. Inspect
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Examine all equipment thoroughly, daily before use, and periodically
by a competent person who is not the user. Verify the condition of
each component. If any damage, abnormalities or excessive wear
are found, the lanyard should be removed from service.
1. Check the webbing for cuts, abrasion, burns, welding spatter,
or discoloration that could be caused by chemical exposure.
The WebAlert feature of the webbing on some models is
intended to make these much easier to spot. If any abnormality
is noted check further by bending the webbing to expose the
irregularity to determine severity.
2. For cable legs, examine the entire length for any breaks and
the swaged ttings for any irregularities.
3. Check all stitching for any broken threads.
4. Check all hardware for cracks, bends, irregularities, corrosion,
or sharp edges. Check the snap hook gates for proper smooth
operation. The engagement release for the hook’s gate is
visible for inspectability. Ensure the mechanism is undamaged
and functioning correctly.
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5. Check all plastic parts for damage or cracks. If any
abnormalities are found, the product should be removed from
service.
6. Verify that all labels are in place and legible. Examples of
the labels can be found in section IV of these instructions.
If abnormalities are found in any of these areas then the
competent person should be consulted to determine if that item
is safe for continued use or if it should be removed from service.
Warning:
No alteration or modication of any fall protection equipment
is permitted for any reason unless authorized in writing by Werner Co.
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b. Compatibility.
PROPER CONNECTIONS
Verify compatibility of all subsystems
being used. Werner products
connected to Werner products
should be compatible, but connection
to other products should be veried
for compatibility to ensure there is no possibility of accidental
detachment from side-loading, rollout, non-standard closures, etc.
INAPPROPRIATE CONNECTIONS
A. B.
NO! NO! NO! NO!
D. E. F.
c. Anchorage Strength
C.
NO!NO!NO!NO!
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Verify that Chosen Anchorages are Appropriate.
1. For fall restraint (where there is no possibility of accidental
detachment), anchors need to withstand a static load of 3000
lbs per attached user (13.3kN), or be certied by a qualied
person to be able to withstand two times the foreseeable force.
2. For positioning systems, the anchorage strength must be a
minimum of 3000 lbs per attached user (13.3 kN), or be certied
by a qualied person to have strength of twice the foreseeable
force.
3. For rescue systems, the anchorage should withstand a static
load of 3000 lbs per attached user (13.3kN) or be certied by a
qualied person for ve times the foreseeable load.
d. Clearance
1. Verify that adequate clearance exists below the work area, and
there are no objects or obstructions below the work area that
the user could contact in the case of a fall.
2. For positioning applications, lanyards must be rigged to limit
free fall to no more than two feet. For situations where free
fall may exceed two feet, a backup fall arrest system should
be used. A fall arrest system is recommended to be used in
conjunction with rebar positioning lanyards to protect the user
in the event the positioning system becomes disengaged from
the anchorage point.
e. Rescue Plan
If a worker falls and is forced to remain suspended for any length of
time, physical damage to the body or even death can result. For this
reason Werner Co., OSHA, ANSI, CSA and most local regulations
require that a rescue plan and the means to implement the rescue
plan are in place before use of this equipment.
f. Training
OSHA, ANSI, and most local ordinances require that workers using
this product receive adequate training by a competent person
before use of this product. These instructions and their entire
contents should be a part of that training.
II. Lanyard Descriptions
Lanyards have a variety of attachment hardware types and types of
lanyard legs depending on their intended use. Use the lanyard type
that is appropriate for the work being done.
a. Fall Restraint or Positioning Lanyards
With no shock pack or other provision for energy absorption, these
lanyards fall outside the dynamic performance requirements of
OSHA and ANSI standards for energy absorbing lanyards. Without
energy absorption these lanyards are to be used only for
positioning/fall restraint either when there is no possibility of
a fall or to prevent workers from reaching a fall hazard.
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Werner Co. lanyards can be had with a variety of different connectors,
according to the intended use. The different lanyard types are:
1. We b
WebAlert inspectable webbing with red internal bers.
i. Standard length. 2',3',4',5' and 6' lengths.
ii. Adjustable length with adjuster buckle added enabling
reduction in total lanyard length in situations of reduced
clearances.
2. Cable
Cable is resistant to welding spatter, and vinyl coating provides
abrasion resistance and facilitates inspection of damaged
areas. Check for damage, kinks or broken strands. Available in
2',3',4' and 6' lengths.
b. Rebar Positioning Lanyards
These lanyards are intended to be used as part of a work positioning
system that supports the user at a work location in applications
such as concrete rebar assembly. They are designed to have one
leg attached to each side/hip D-ring on a user’s harness, and the
third leg attached to a suitable work positioning anchorage. The
lanyards are available in either web or chain materials.
III. Connections
a. Connecting to Harness - Standard Positioning Lanyard
Connect the lanyard to the rear D-ring for general fall arrest. The
end of the lanyard with labels should be attached to the harness
rear D-ring.
b. Connecting to a Harness - Rebar Positioning Lanyard
Connect each of the standard snap hooks to each of the side/hip
D-rings on the harness.
c. Connecting to an Anchorage - Standard Positioning Lanyard
Connect the opposite end of the lanyard to an anchor or anchor connector
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ensuring the connection is made with compatible components.
d. Connect to an Anchorage - Rebar Positioning Lanyard
Full Body Harness
Connecting
Anchorage Connector
Anchorage
FALL ARREST
Full Body Harness
Full Arrest System
Anchorage Connector
Anchorage
Connector
Restraint
Lanyard
Anchorage
Anchorage
WORK POSITION
Full Body Harness
Cable
Cable Sleeve
Ladder
CLIMBING
Full Body Harness
Seat Board
Full Arrest System
Anchorage Connector
Anchorage
Connector
Suspension Lin
e
Anchorage
Anchorage
PERSONNEL RIDING
Full Body Harness
Restraint Lanyard
Anchorage Connector
Anchorage
RESTRAINT
Connect the hook on the rebar lanyard
to the intersection of the horizontal and
vertical rebar.
IV. Use Warnings, Restrictions and Cautions
a. Adequate Anchorages
For positioning operations, OSHA requires anchor strengths of
3000 lbs or twice the maximum expected load if the anchorage has
been certied by a qualied person. Use of any anchorage that is of
inadequate strength could result in injury or death.
b. Fall Distance
For work positioning applications, the potential fall distance cannot
be more than two feet. If there is a possibility of a fall of more than
two feet occurring, a back up fall arrest system should be used.
c. Swing Falls
possibility of a swing-fall impact.
Swing falls occur when the user is
not directly below the anchorage,
Ensure that there will be no
so if he falls his swing could
produce an impact with an object.
d. Capacity
Maximum capacity for all Werner lanyards is 310 lbs (140.6 kg) for
the combined weight of a worker and all tools. For any weight over
310 lbs (140.6 kg) contact Werner Co. for more information. The
employer should ensure that all other elements of the fall protection
system are adequate to support any higher weights.
Anchorages
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SWING FALL
HAZARD
e. Environmental Hazards
This equipment is used only under the direct supervision of a
competent person who is able to identify hazards that must be
avoided, including electrical and chemicals, machinery or other
moving objects, sharp edges, damaged anchorages or structures,
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