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3.0 INSTALLATION
3.1 PLANNING: Plan your fall protection system before starting your work. Account for all factors that may affect your
safety before, during, and after a fall. Consider all requirements and limitations defined in Section 1.
3.2 ANCHORAGE: Select an anchorage location with minimal free fall and swing fall hazards (see Section 1). Select a
rigid anchorage point capable of sustaining the static loads defined in Section 1.
3.3 BODY SUPPORT CONNECTION: Work Positioning Lanyard must be used with a Full Body Harness or Body Belt.
For Work Positioning applications, connect the the Lanyard to the appropriate Attachment Element (D-Ring - see
Figure 6) on the harness or on the belt. Consult the instructions included with your harness or belt for other fall
protection applications and recommended connections.
3.4 MAKING CONNECTIONS: When using a hook to connect to an anchorage or when coupling components of the
system together, ensure roll-out cannot occur. Roll-out occurs when interference between the hook and mating
connector causes the hook gate to unintentionally open and release. Self-locking snap hooks and carabiners should
be used to reduce the possibility of roll-out. Do not use hooks or connectors that will not completely close over the
attachment object. See subsystem manufacturer's instructions for more information on making connections.
3.5 CONNECTION TO THE LANYARD: When connecting, ensure roll-out cannot occur. (See Section 2.5 "Connections.")
Roll-out occurs when interference between the hook and mating connector causes the hook gate to unintentionally
open and release.
Always connect the Body Support End of the Lanyard to the Full Body Harness or Body Belt first and then connect the
Leg End to suitable anchorage. Always minimise the amount of slack in the lanyard near a fall hazard by operating as
close to anchorage as possible. Confirm secure anchorage, proper connections and rope adjustment:
• Adequate anchorage strength.
• Snap hook and carabiner properly connected to the full body harness or body belt.
• Lanyard cannot slip down or past the anchor point.
• Lanyard is tensioned correctly.
4.0 OPERATION
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First time or infrequent users of Lanyard should review the "Safety Information" at the beginning of this manual
prior to use of the Lanyard.
4.1 WORKER INSPECTION: Before each use, inspect the Lanyard per the inspection checklist in the Inspection and
Maintenance Log (Table 2). If inspection reveals an unsafe condition or indicates the Lanyard has been subjected to
any damage or fall forces, the Lanyard must be removed from service and destroyed.
4.2 OPERATION: Always minimise the amount of slack in the lanyard near a fall hazard by operating as close to
anchorage as possible. See Section 3 for details regarding body support and anchorage connection. Regularly check
fastening and/or adjustment elements during use.
4.3 AFTER A FALL: Any Lanyard which has been subjected to the forces of arresting a fall or exhibits damage consistent
with the effects of fall arrest forces as described in the Installation and Maintenance Log (Table 2) must be removed
from service immediately and destroyed.
5.0 INSPECTION
5.1 INSPECTION FREQUENCY: The Lanyard must be inspected at the intervals defined in Section 2. Inspection
procedures are described in the "Inspection & Maintenance Log" (Table 2).
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Extreme working conditions (harsh environments, prolonged use, etc.) may require increasing the frequency of
inspections.
5.2 UNSAFE OR DEFECTIVE CONDITIONS: If inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition, remove the Lanyard
from service immediately and destroy to prevent inadvertent use. Lanyards are not repairable.
5.3 PRODUCT LIFE: The functional life of 3M Lanyard is determined by work conditions and maintenance. Maximum
lifespan can range from 1 year for heavy use in extreme conditions to 10 years for light use in mild conditions. As
long as the product passes inspection criteria, it may remain in service up to a maximum of 10 years.
5.4 RFID TAG: The Lanyard includes a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tag (see Figure 7). The RFID tag can be
used with a handheld reading device and web based portal to simplify inspection and inventory control and provide
records for your fall protection equipment. For details, contact a 3M Customer Service representative (see back
cover). Follow the instructions provided with your handheld reader, or on the web portal, to transfer your data to your
web log.
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