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Step 5. The labels must be present and fully legible. See Model
Supplement.
Step 6. Look for signs of corrosion on the entire unit.
Step 7. Inspect lifeline.
◊ Wire Rope Models: See Figure 34. Inspect lifeline for cuts,
kinks (A), broken wires (B), bird-caging (C), corrosion, welding
splatter (D), chemical contact areas, or severely abraded areas.
Slide up cable bumper and inspect ferrules for cracks or damage
and inspect wire rope for corrosion and broken wires.
• Note: Replace the wire rope assembly if there are six or more
randomly distributed broken wires in one lay, or three or more
broken wires in one strand in one lay. A "lay" of wire rope is
the length of wire rope it takes for a strand (the larger groups
of wires) to complete one revolution or twist along the rope.
Replace the wire rope assembly if there are any broken wires
within 25mm of the ferrules.
◊ Web or Synthetic Rope Models: See Figure 34. Inspect lifeline
for concentrated wear, frayed strands (E), broken yarn, burns
(F), cuts (G), and abrasions. The lifeline must be free of knots
throughout its length. Inspect for excessive soiling (H), paint
buildup, and rust staining. Inspect for chemical or heat dam-
age indicated by brown, discolored, or brittle areas. Inspect for
ultraviolet damage indicated by discoloration and the presence
of splinters and slivers on the lifeline surface.
• NOTE: All of the above factors are known to reduce rope
strength. Rope strength is reduced proportional to the cross-
sectional area of the rope damaged. Damaged or questionable
ropes must be replaced.
WARNING: Do not tie or knot lifeline. Avoid lifeline contact with
sharp or abrasive surfaces. Inspect lifeline frequently for cuts,
fraying, burns, or signs of chemical damage. Dirt, contaminants,
and water can lower dielectric properties of the lifeline. Use caution
near power lines.
Step 8. Inspect connecting hooks, if present, for signs of
damage, corrosion, and working condition. Swivel should
rotate freely.
Step 9. Inspect the reserve lifeline payout, if present, by
checking indicators:
◊ Wire Rope Lifeline Models (Excluding SB Series): See
Figure 35: A-Cable Guide; B-Cable Stop; C-Cable Guide Sleeve;
D-Bumper. See Figure 36: A-Reserve Lifeline Red Band. If a fall
has been arrested when most of the lifeline was out, it is pos-
sible that the reserve lifeline has been deployed. To inspect for
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