SYNTHETIC ROPE HORIZONTAL LIFELINE
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING!
If inspection reveals any defect, inadequate
maintenance, or unsafe condition, remove from service
until a "qualifi ed person" , as defi ned by OSHA 29 CFR
1910.26(m), can determine the need for authorized repair
or disposal.
CAUTION!
Proper Personal Protective Equipment must be
worn when performing Inspection and Maintenance
procedures.
F
REQUENCY
All components of the Synthetic Rope Horizontal Lifeline must be inspected
prior to each use, and annually by an OSHA defi ned "competent person" other
than the user. Local, state, governmental and jurisdictional agencies governing
occupational safety may require the user to conduct more frequent or mandatory
inspections.
C
RITERIA
WARNING!
Any equipment that has been subjected to the forces
of arresting a fall, or that has a deployed load indicator,
must be removed from service until a "qualifi ed person"
can make the determination for reuse or disposal.
The tension of the system must be checked and adjusted. The Tension-Indicating
Ratchet can be used to check the tension by the same method as used during
installation. See step 4A. Systems without the Tension-Indicating Ratchet can be
checked and adjusted through the use of a torque wrench. See step 4B.
All components and subsystems of the Synthetic Rope Horizontal Lifeline must
be inspected.
USER INSTRUCTIONS
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