Pre-Use Checks - MSA Latchways PRD Manual Del Usuario

Connectors
Connectors shall conform to the relevant national standards and must be compatible.
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Pre-use checks

The Latchways PRD has been designed to be easy to use, incorporating a range of features
to aid pre-use checks and on-site periodic examination. This minimises the need to return the
device to Latchways or an authorised agent. No repairs, modifications or alterations are to be
carried out on the Latchways PRD. If any part of the Latchways PRD is found to be faulty, or a
fault is suspected, the device shall be removed from service and advice sought from Latchways
or an authorised agent.
Problem identified
Descent device/line
The following checks shall be carried out each time the Latchways PRD is used:
Figure 4
Figure 5
EN 362:2004
ANSI Z359.1 or Z359.12
CSA Z259.12
Passes checks
• Inspect the attachment point connector for signs of damage,
excessive wear, distortion, corrosion or cracking.
• Ensure that the descent line is not paid out of the device, this would
indicate that a descent has occurred (Figure 4). If descent line is
paid out the Latchways PRD shall be removed from service and
advice sought from Latchways or authorised agent.
• Note: Attachment point size and shape may differ from that shown
in the diagram.
• Open the backpack containing the descent device (Figure 5).
• Inspect the general condition of the descent device for signs of
damage or corrosion. If damaged the Latchways PRD shall be
removed from service and advice sought from Latchways or
authorised agent.
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