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3.0 INSTALLATION
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Installation of the DBI-SALA Ladder Anchor must be supervised by a Qualified Person
certified by a Competent Person as meeting the criteria for a Certified Anchorage, or that it is capable of supporting the
potential forces that could be encountered during a fall.
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When installing the stainless steel hardware, 3M recommends using a general purpose thread lubricant to avoid
galling.
3.1 PLANNING: Plan your fall protection system prior to installation of the Ladder Anchor. Account for all factors that may
affect your safety before, during and after a fall. Consider all requirements, limitations and specifications defined in
Section 2 and Table 1.
3.2 INSTALLING THE LADDER ANCHOR: The Ladder Anchor can be installed on structures meeting the anchorage
requirements specified in Table 1. The Ladder Anchor may be used only when it is attached to a fixed ladder in an upright
position, within 5° plus or minus from vertical. See Figure 7 for reference. To install the Ladder Anchor:
1. Attach the Rung Hook onto the center Ladder Fasten Point of the Ladder Anchor. The Rung Hook may face the front or back
of the Ladder Anchor Connection Eye, depending on installation. This will allow the Ladder Anchor to mount on the back
or front of the ladder, respectively. Attach the Rung Hook so that the head of the bolt is always on the same side as the
Connection Eye.
2. Align the Ladder Anchor along three rungs of the ladder, with the Ladder Fasten Points placed over these rungs. The Rung
Hook should hook onto the middle rung.
3. Using the applicable hardware components, fasten the Ladder Anchor to the ladder along the Ladder Fasten Points.
4. Ensure that all fasteners are tightly secured to a torque value of 20-25 ft*lbs (27-34 N*m). There should be no give or
shake of the Ladder Anchor. The Ladder Anchor must be within plus or minus 5° of vertical at all times when it is being
used.
5. Verify that the Ladder Anchor is installed in a proper location on the ladder. The Ladder Anchor may be aligned on the front
(A) or back (B) of a ladder and, from these points, along the left side of the ladder (C), the right side of the ladder (D),
or at the center of the ladder. The point of orientation that is chosen should be the one that allows the greatest range of
movement.
3.3 ATTACHMENT OF THE SELF RETRACTING DEVICE (SRD): For attachment of the SRD, follow the procedure below:
1. Using the connector supplied with the SRD, attach the SRD to the connection eye. See Figure 10 for reference.
3.4 INSTALLATION OF THE TAGLINE: Installation of the tagline utilizes two Tagline Pulley Assembly devices, as well as
a rope meeting the requirements specified in Table 1. When installed properly, the tagline enables quick and easy retrieval
of the SRD lifeline. To install the tagline, refer to Figure 9 and follow the procedure below:
1. Disassemble the Tagline Pulley Assembly (6100566) by removing Bolt E2 from the assembly.
2. Open the assembly so that it is wide enough to enclose the bottom rung of the ladder. Close the assembly around the rung.
The wheel of the Pulley should face towards the top rung of the ladder.
3. Reinsert Bolt E2 so that it joins together the Adjustment Bracket and Pulley Bracket. The rung should be placed within the
"V" of the brackets.
4. Ensure that the Tagline Pulley Assembly is attached securely to the bottom rung of the ladder. Bolts E1 and E2 should be
secured to a torque value of 12-13 ft*lbs (16.3-17.6 N*m).
5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 for the top rung of the ladder, using a second Tagline Pulley Assembly. The Pulley of this second
assembly should face down towards the first assembly.
6. Guide rope around the Pulleys of both assemblies by pushing the rope through the in-line slot of the Pulley Bracket to
thread the rope around the Pulley wheels.
7. Complete the loop of the rope by terminating the rope with a knot. This knot should also capture the steel ring of the coiled
tether.
8. Attach the carabiner of the tether to either the eye (A) or snap hook (B) of the SRD connected to the Ladder Anchor
Connection Eye.
4.0 USE
4.1 BEFORE EACH USE: Verify that your work area and Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) meet all criteria defined in
Section 2 and a formal Rescue Plan is in place. Inspect the Ladder Anchor per the 'User' inspection points defined on the
"Inspection and Maintenance Log" (Table 2). If inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition, do not use the system.
Remove the system from service and destroy, or contact 3M regarding replacement or repair.
1 Qualified Person:
An individual with a recognized degree or professional certificate, and extensive experience in Fall Protection. This individual must be capable
of design, analysis, evaluation, and specification in Fall Protection.
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