Personal Fall Arrest System; Application Limits; System Requirements; Capacity - Falltech WrapTech Manual De Instrucciones Para El Usuario

Figure 2A, panels E and F depict common INCORRECT connections, such as the SRD attached to an anchorage structure, and the leg end carabiner
attached to the portion of the lifeline that is not jacketed. Incorrect attachment may result in severe injury or death.
The SRD is always used with the housing end attached to the FBH. The single is attached to the dorsal D-ring with an approved carabiner. The twin
SRD attachment to the FBH is via the provided triple-locking carabiner with an alignment clip, as shown in Figure 6A.
The SRD leg end connector supplied with the unit at shipping is a 5,000 lb. gate carabiner. The lifeline may be wrapped around a suitable anchorage
structure, with the connector tied back onto the jacketed portion of the lifeline as shown in Panel C, or connected directly to the anchorage
structure as shown in Panel D.
2.4 Rescue: Rescue operations require specialized equipment that is beyond the scope of this manual. Users are required to have a written rescue
plan in place, and a method to implement it in a timely manner.
2.5 Application Limits: Take action to avoid moving machinery and thermal, electrical and chemical hazards as contact may cause serious injury or
death. Avoid swing falls. Follow the weight restrictions and recommendations in this manual. Be advised, the SRD discussed in this manual is NOT
rated for Leading Edge applications. The lifeline is vulnerable to damage by sharp edges and abrasive surfaces and it is very important to avoid
these hazards as a damaged lifeline may cause serious injury or death.
DO NOT use the SRD to lift tools, materials, or personnel.
Remove from service any equipment subjected to fall arrest forces.

3. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Capacity: The SRD discussed in this manual is rated for a user weight range of 130-310 lbs. (58.9-140.6 kg), including clothing, tools, etc.
3.2 Compatibility Of Connectors: Connectors are considered to be compatible with connecting elements when they have been designed to work
together in such a way that their sizes and shapes do not cause their gate mechanisms to inadvertently open regardless of how they become
oriented. Contact FallTech if you have any questions about compatibility. Connectors must be compatible with the anchorage or other system
components. Do not use equipment that is not compatible. Non-compatible connectors may unintentionally disengage. Connectors must be
compatible in size, shape, and strength. Self-closing, self-locking snap hooks and carabiners are specified by OSHA and ANSI Z359.12. FallTech offers
a wide variety of connectors for use with the 7'/9' SRD.
3.3 Compatibility Of Components: Equipment is designed for use with approved components and subsystems only. Substitutions or replacements
made with non-ANSI Z359 compliant components or subsystems may jeopardize compatibility of equipment and may affect the safety and
reliability of the complete system. Ensure compatibility between the connectors if non-FallTech components are used for fall protection.
3.4 Making Connections: Only use self-locking snap hooks, rebar hooks, and carabiners with this equipment. Only use connectors that are suitable
to each application. Ensure all connections are compatible in size, shape and strength. Do not use equipment that is not compatible. Visually
ensure all connectors close and lock completely. Connectors (snap hooks, rebar hooks, and carabiners) are designed for use only as specified in this
manual. See Figure 13 in Appendix B.
3.5 Personal Fall Arrest System: A PFAS is an assembly of components and subsystems used to arrest a person during a fall event. A PFAS is
typically composed of an anchorage and a FBH, with an energy absorbing connecting device, i.e., a SAL, an SRD, or a Fall Arrester Connecting
Subsystem (FACSS) attached to the dorsal D-ring of the FBH. PFAS components used with this equipment must meet applicable ANSI Z359
requirements and OSHA regulations. OSHA requires a personal fall arrest system be able to arrest the worker's fall with a maximum arresting force
of 1,800 lbs., and limit the free fall to 6.5 feet or less. If the maximum free fall distance must be exceeded, the employer must document, based on
test data, that the maximum arresting force will not be exceeded, and the personal fall arrest system will function properly.
3.5.1 Average Arrest Force and Arrest Distance; Zero Free Fall: The SRD discussed in this manual has been dynamically tested to ascertain typical,
average, and worst case performance attributes when a 310 lb. worker is attached in a zero free fall condition, i.e., an anchorage at the top of the
allowable range:
Maximum Allowable Free Fall = 0'
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Longest Arrest Distance = 24.6"
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• Largest Average Arrest Force = 909 lbs
• Largest Maximum Arrest Force = 1,371 lbs
3.5.2 Average Arrest Force and Arrest Distance; With Free Fall: The SRD discussed in this manual has also been dynamically tested to ascertain
allowable free fall, typical, average, and worst case performance attributes when a 310 lb. worker is attached in a free fall condition, i.e., an
anchorage at the bottom of the allowable range.
Maximum free fall allowed = 6.5'
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Longest Arrest Distance = 51"
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Largest Average Arrest Force = 903 lbs
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Largest Maximum Arrest Force = 1,320 lbs
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3.6 Personal Fall Arrest System Anchorage Strength: An anchorage selected for PFAS application must have the strength to sustain a static load
applied in the direction permitted by the PFAS of at least two times the maximum arrest force permitted when certification exists, or 5,000 lbs.
(22.2 kN) in the absence of certification.
3.7 Definitions: The following are definitions of terms as defined in ANSI Z359.0-2012.
Authorized Person: A person assigned by the employer to perform duties at a location where the person will be exposed to a fall hazard (otherwise
referred to as "user" for the purpose of these instructions).
Certified Anchorage: An anchorage for fall arrest, positioning, restraint, or rescue systems that a Qualified Person certifies to be capable of supporting
the potential fall forces that may be encountered during a fall or that meet the criteria for a certified anchorage prescribed in this standard.
Competent Person: One who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are
unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate hazards.
Harness Stretch: Amount of vertical travel of the Full Body Harness D-ring during a fall arrest.
Qualified Person: A person with a recognized degree or professional certificate and with extensive knowledge, training, and experience in the fall
protection and rescue field who is capable of designing, analyzing, evaluating and specifying fall protection and rescue systems to the extent
required by this standard.
Rescuer: Person or persons other than the rescue subject acting to perform an assisted rescue by operation of a rescue system.
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