5.0 Inspection and Maintenance
Miller rope grabs and vertical lifelines are designed for today's rugged work environments.
To maintain their service life and high performance, system components should be inspected
frequently. Inspect each product thoroughly before each use. Regular inspection by a competent
person for wear, damage or corrosion should be a part of your safety program.
5.1 Inspection
Before each use, visually inspect for the following:
ROPE GRABS/WIRE ROPE GRABS
VERTICAL LIFELINES
inspecting from end-to-end will bring to light any fuzzy,
loads will appear as a noticeable change in original
diameter. The rope diameter should be uniform throughout,
following a short break-in period.
watch for cuts, frayed areas, or unusual wearing patterns
on the wire. Broken strands will separate from the body of
the lifeline.
eye distortions, cracks, corrosion, or pitted surfaces.
The keeper (latch) should seat into the nose without
binding and should not be distorted or obstructed. The
the keeper. Keeper locks must prevent the keeper from
opening when the keeper closes.
of the splice, and the splice should have no loose or cut
strands. The edges of the thimble must be free of sharp
edges, distortion, or cracks.
If inspection reveals a defect in condition, remove the device from service. Always remove
from service any equipment subject to a fall. Products removed from service should be
disposed of in a manner that prevents inadvertent further use.
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