Inspection; Inspection Frequency; Formal Inspection; Inspection Procedure - MSA 30004-00 Instrucciones De Uso

7 Inspection

7 Inspection
7.1

Inspection Frequency

Inspect the MSA Ladder Extension Posts before each use.
7.2

Formal Inspection

MSA requires that the Extension Posts be inspected by a competent person other than the user at intervals of no more than 12
months per applicable standard or as specified by a formal fall protection program. Record formal inspections in the provided

Inspection Log.

WARNING!
If an issue is identified or any doubt exists as to the suitability of the Extension Post, it shall be tagged "unusable" and
withdrawn from service.
Failure to follow this warning can result in serious personal injury or death.
7.3

Inspection Procedure

Perform the following steps in order. If in doubt about any inspection point, consult MSA or a competent person qualified to
perform formal inspection. Do not use the ladder extension posts if inspection of it reveals an unsafe condition.
1. Check the ladder is securely attached to the structure (refer to ladder manufacturers instructions)
2. Inspect for any signs of damage or deterioration of the ladder.
3. Check all fixings attaching the extension post to the ladder are present and correctly installed.
4. Torque check fixings to the prescribed torque value.
5. Inspect for any signs damage or deterioration of the extension post and fixings.
6. Record results of the inspection on the inspection log.
7.4

Corrective Action

Damage and aging are not repairable. Remove damaged MSA Ladder Extension Posts from service immediately.
7.5 Inspection Log
Record formal inspection in an Inspection Log.
Figure 1 Example Inspection Log
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