Maintenance And Storage - MSA Workman Manual Del Usuario

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Prevent swing falls and impact with objects in or adjacent to the fall path. Work directly under the anchorage/anchorage connector at all times. Failure
to follow this warning can result in serious injury or death.
(4) Clearance between the position of the Tripod feet when erected and in working position and the access through which the worker will be lowered
shall be such that none of the Tripod legs will be positioned above the access or be placed too close to the edge of a hole and be allowed to fall into the
opening. Clearance between the working position of each of the Tripod feet and the outside of the anchorage shall be a minimum of 0.9 m and shall
allow unrestricted movement of support personnel above during erection, use and compaction (FIGS 11-12). Keep work area free from obstructions,
trip hazards and spills which could impair the safe operation of the Fall-Rescue Work System.
(5) There must be sufficient exterior clearance above the anchorage to fully erect the Tripod. This clearance is given in figure 1. Interior headroom
depends upon the system components (optional accessories) that may be attached to the Tripod head. Refer to the User Instructions supplied with
each system component to determine the effect on overhead clearance due to such installation.
(6) Acidic, alkaline, or other environments with harsh substances may damage the hardware elements of this Tripod. If working in a chemically
aggressive environment, consult MSA to determine acceptable system components for your specific conditions. Chemical hazards, heat and corrosion
may damage the Tripod. More frequent formal inspections are required in environments with chemical hazards, heat and corrosion. Do not use in
environments with temperatures greater than 85 °C. Do not expose to corrosive environments for prolonged periods. Use extreme caution when
working near energized electrical sources. Maintain a safe working distance (preferably at least 3 m) from electrical hazards. When working near
moving machinery parts (e.g. conveyors, rotating shafts, presses, etc.), make sure that there are no loose elements in any part of the system.
(7) The user must have a rescue plan and the means at hand to implement it; and that plan must take into account the equipment and special training
necessary to effect prompt rescue under all foreseeable conditions.
(8) All components (e.g. full body harness, self retractable lanyard, carabiner, snap hook, etc.) connected to this MSA Workman Tripod MUST be
compatible. MSA Workman Tripod is designed to be used with MSA approved components and connecting subsystems. Use of the MSA Workman
Tripod subassembly with products made by others that are not approved in writing by MSA may adversely affect the functional capability between
system components and reliability of the complete system. Contact MSA with any questions or for further information.
(9) The MSA Workman Tripod is designed for use by one person with a combined total weight no greater than181 kg, including clothing, tools, and
other user-borne objects. Good medical fitness of the user is necessary in order to carry out work at a height. Certain medical conditions can threaten
the users' safety during normal use of MSA Workman Tripod and in emergencies (taking medications, cardiovascular problem, etc.). In any case of
doubt, consult your physician before using. Pregnant women and minors MUST NEVER use the MSA Workman Tripod.
A full body harness to EN 361 is the only acceptable body holding device that can be used in a fall arrest system.
A fall arrest system, MUST ONLY be connected to the harness back D-ring or front D-ring only with the fall arrest attachment tag "A". These points can
also be used for connecting a rescue system. Never use the hip D-ring for fall arrest or climbing protection. The hip D-ring of a harness MUST ONLY
be used for connecting a work positioning system (EN358) and NEVER a fall arrest system or climbing protection.
The MSA Workman Tripod MUST be fully inspected before each use to verify that it is in serviceable condition. Examine every inch of the Tripod for
severe wear, missing or broken elements, corrosion, or other damage. Examine if label is missing or illegible; if there is evidence of improper function,
improper fit, or alteration of any component. Do not use MSA Workman Tripod until confirmed in writing by a competent person if inspection reveals
an unsafe condition. Additionally, the MSA Workman Tripod MUST be inspected once every 6 months by a competent person authorized by current
legislation in the country of use. See inspection guidelines.
DO NOT modify or attempt repairs on the MSA Workman Tripod. Only MSA or parties with written authorization from MSA may repair an MSA Workman
Tripod. The system shall not be used outside its limitations, or for any purpose other than that for which it is tended.
Any Tripod which has been subjected to the forces of arresting a fall must be immediately removed from service and marked as "UNUSABLE" until
submitted to, and released from, the formal inspection procedures.
It is essential for the safety of the user that if the MSA Workman Tripod is re-sold outside the original country of destination the reseller shall provide
instructions and additional relevant information for use, for maintenance, for periodic examination and for repair in the language of the country in which
the MSA Workman Tripod is to be used.
Failure to follow these warnings or misuse can cause serious personal injuries or death.
Strictly adhere to the cleaning instructions in this section to prevent adverse effects on the materials used in the MSA Workman Tripod. Clean the
Tripod with a solution of water and mild laundry detergent. Dry hardware with a clean cloth. Do not speed dry with heat. Excessive accumulation of
dirt, paint or other foreign matter may prevent proper function of the components, and, in severe cases can weaken them. Questions concerning
component conditions and cleaning should be directed to MSA.
Equipment which is damaged or in need of maintenance must be tagged as "UNUSABLE" and removed from service. Corrective maintenance (other
than cleaning) and repair, such as replacement of elements, must be performed by the MSA factory. Do not attempt field repairs.
Store the MSA Workman Tripod in a cool, dry and clean place out of direct sunlight. Avoid areas where heat, moisture, light, oil, and chemicals or
their vapours or other degrading elements may be present. Equipment which is damaged or in need of maintenance should not be stored in the same
area as usable equipment. Heavily soiled, wet, or otherwise contaminated equipment should be properly maintained (e.g. dried and cleaned) prior to
storage. Prior to using equipment which has been stored for long periods of time, a Formal Inspection should be performed by a competent person.
Tripod shall be protected from any mechanical deformation or mechanical stress (or impact). Typical case – the people just leave it on material stock
and put heavy items on it rapidly.
Transport the MSA Workman Tripod in a package to protect it from cuts, moisture, chemicals and their vapours, extreme temperatures, and ultraviolet rays.
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