3m Protecta cobra User manual

OSHA 1926.502

OSHA 1910.140

USER INSTRUCTIONS

5902254 REv. D

PROTECTA®

Cobra™Rope Grab

E L lb.

(kg) D

AC202D x1 2.2 in.

(5.6 cm)

4.0 in

(10.2 cm)

1.9 lb.

(0.8 kg)

5/8 in.

(16 mm)

1299996, 1299997,

1299991, 1299992,

1299998, AC215A,

AC210A1, AC210A2,

AC215A1, AC215A2,

AC225A1, AC230A1

USE ON APPROVED 5/8 in.

(16mm) DIA. LIFELINES ONLY

AND APPROVED LANYARDS

SEE USER MANUAL.

9514872 Rev A

3M.com/FallProtection

3 4 5

G FC

1 ft. 16 ft.

5 ft. 16.5 ft.

10 ft. 17 ft.

25 ft. 18.5 ft.

50 ft. 21 ft.

75 ft. 23.5 ft.

100 ft. 26 ft.

150 ft. 31 ft.

200 ft. 36 ft.

250 ft. 41 ft.

300 ft. 46 ft.

6 7

A B C

A. B. C. D.

E. F. G.

A B

9514872 Rev A

USE ON APPROVED 5/8 in.

(16mm) DIA. LIFELINES ONLY

AND APPROVED LANYARDS

SEE USER MANUAL.

9514872 Rev A

3M.com/FallProtection

USE ON APPROVED 5/8 in.

(16mm) DIA. LIFELINES ONLY

AND APPROVED LANYARDS

SEE USER MANUAL.

FORM NO: 5908303 REV: B 7

SAFETY INFORMATION

Please read, understand, and follow all safety information contained in these instructions, prior to the use of this product. FAILURE TO DO SO

COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

These instructions must be provided to the user of the equipment. Retain these instructions for future reference.

Intended Use:

This product is used as part of a complete Fall Protection system.

Use in any other application including, but not limited to, material handling, recreational or sports-related activities, or other activities not described in these

instructions, is not approved by 3M and could result in serious injury or death.

This product is only to be used by trained users in workplace applications.

!WARNING

This product is used as part of a complete Fall Protection system. All users must be fully trained in the safe installation and operation of their complete Fall

Protection system. Misuse of this product could result in serious injury or death. For proper selection, operation, installation, maintenance, and service,

refer to all instruction manuals and manufacturer recommendations. For more information, see your supervisor or contact 3M Technical Services.

To reduce the risks associated with using a Vertical Lifeline System which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death:

- Inspect the product before each use and after any fall event, in accordance with the procedures specied in these instructions.

- If inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition, remove the product from service immediately and clearly tag it “DO NOT USE”. Destroy or

repair the product as required by these instructions.

- Any product that has been subject to fall arrest or impact force must be immediately removed from service. Destroy or repair the product as

required by these instructions.

- Ensure that Fall Protection systems assembled from components made by dierent manufacturers are compatible and meet all applicable Fall

Protection regulations, standards, or requirements. Always consult a Competent or Qualied Person before using these systems.

- Ensure the product is congured and installed properly for safe operation as described in these instructions.

- Do not exceed the number of allowable users specied in these instructions.

- Do not twist, tie, knot, or allow slack in the lifeline.

- Do not connect to the system while it is being transported or installed.

- Do not use a knot as an anchorage or load-bearing point.

- Do not interfere with the locking action of the connecting device. Only use the connecting device to attach and detach from the system.

- Follow all manufacturer recommendations when connecting a lifeline.

- Use caution when installing, using, or moving the product as moving parts may create pinch points.

- Always maintain three points of contact while climbing.

- Only use the connection points of your harness approved in these instructions to attach an approved connector to the system.

- Use only lifeline and connecting subsystem combinations specied in these instructions.

• To reduce the risks associated with working at height which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death:

- Your health and physical condition must allow you to safely work at height and to withstand all forces associated with a fall arrest event. Consult

your doctor if you have questions regarding your ability to use this equipment.

- Never exceed allowable capacity of your Fall Protection equipment.

- Never exceed the maximum free fall distance specied for your Fall Protection equipment.

- Do not use any Fall Protection equipment that fails inspection, or if you have concerns about the use or suitability of the equipment. Contact 3M

Technical Services with any questions.

- Some subsystem and component combinations may interfere with the operation of this equipment. Only use compatible connections. Contact 3M

Technical Services before using this equipment in combination with components or subsystems other than those described in these instructions.

- Use extra precautions when working around moving machinery, electrical hazards, extreme temperatures, chemical hazards, explosive or toxic

gases, sharp edges, abrasive surfaces, or below overhead materials that could fall onto you or your Fall Protection equipment.

- Ensure use of your product is rated for the hazards present in your work environment.

- Ensure there is sucient fall clearance when working at height.

- Never modify or alter your Fall Protection equipment. Only 3M, or persons authorized in writing by 3M, may make repairs to 3M equipment.

- Before using Fall Protection equipment, ensure a written rescue plan is in place to provide prompt rescue if a fall incident occurs.

- If a fall incident occurs, immediately seek medical attention for the fallen worker.

- Only use a full body harness for Fall Arrest applications. Do not use a body belt.

- Minimize swing falls by working as directly below the anchorage point as possible.

- A secondary Fall Protection system must be used when training with this product. Trainees must not be exposed to an unintended fall hazard.

- Always wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment when installing, using, or inspecting the product.

- Never work below a suspended load or worker.

- Always maintain 100% tie-o.

ENENENENEN

;Prior to installation and use of this equipment, record the product identication information from the ID label in the

Inspection and Maintenance Log (Table 2) at the back of this manual.

;Always ensure you are using the latest revision of your 3M instruction manual. Visit the 3M website or contact 3M

Technical Services for updated instruction manuals.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:

Figure 1 illustrates the 3M™ Protecta®Cobra™ Rope Grab. The Rope Grab is a fall arrest device which is to be used only with

approved vertical lifelines and approved lanyards. Together, the Rope Grab, with the approved vertical lifeline and approved

lanyard, is intended to be used as part of a personal fall arrest or restraint system.

Figure 2 illustrates components of the Rope Grab. See Table 1 for Component Specications. The Rope Grab provides a portable

lanyard connection point on a 5/8 in. diameter rope lifeline. The Rope Grab is designed to automatically follow the user and may

be detached anywhere along the lifeline. DO NOT HANDLE THE DEVICE WHILE ASCENDING OR DESCENDING.

Table 1 – Specications

System Specications:

Capacity: 1 Person with a combined weight (clothing, tools, etc.) between 130 - 310 lb. (59 - 140 kg).

Dimensions: See Figure 1 for the dimensions of the Cobra Rope Grab model.

Product Weight: See Figure 1 for the weight of the Cobra Rope Grab model.

Standards: OSHA 1926.502; OSHA 1910.140

Allowable Free

Fall Distance:

6 ft. free fall for OSHA (max 3.0 ft. length Energy-Absorbing Lanyard)

Lanyard

Specications:

Fall Arrest: Use Protecta Energy-Absorbing Lanyard 1341002 (3 ft. length). Do not use a Restraint

Lanyard. Length of the Energy-Absorbing Lanyard must be ≤ 3.0 ft. to comply with OSHA.

Restraint: Use a Restraint Lanyard that meets ANSI Z359.3 requirements. The length of the Restraint

Lanyard must be set up so that no free fall is possible. The Restraint Lanyard must be ≤ 3.0 ft.

Vertical Lifeline

Specications:

This Rope Grab is certied for use ONLY with the following approved Protecta Vertical Lifelines.

Material: Polyester/Polypropylene blend (PN:9501761), Nylon (PN: 9501039)

Diameter: 5/8 in. (16 mm) Rope Construction: Three-Strand

Vertical Lifeline Minimum Breaking Strength: 5,000 lb. (22.2 kN)

Approved Vertical Lifeline Models:

Polyester Polypropylene Blend: 1299996, 1299997, 1299991, 1299992, 1299998, and other Protecta

vertical lifeline models made from rope 9501761.

Nylon: AC215A, AC210A1, AC210A2, AC215A1, AC215A2, AC225A1, AC230A1 and other Protecta Vertical

Lifeline Models made from Rope 9501039.

Fall Clearance

Requirements

(Figure 4 and

Figure 5):

Figure 4 illustrates how Rope Grab positioning affects Fall Clearance and Figure 5 species these values.

The Rope Grab may be used only with 3M-approved vertical lifelines and lanyards of a specic length.

Values in gure 5 include a 1.5 ft. safety factor. Values account for stretch in the vertical lifeline.

Component Specications:

Figure 2 Reference Component Figure 2 Reference Component

AAttachment Eye GRelease Button

BLocking Cam HLifeline Channel

CLock Ring IDimple

DLock Pin JHinge

EOpening Lever KAuto-Locking Lever

FGroove L Locking Arm Spring

M Label

;Never use a lanyard longer than the lengths stated above or combine multiple together.

;DO NOT use rope grab with any rope lifelines that are not approved.

;Knots shall not be used for load bearing end terminations, but may be an acceptable means of

securing the free end of the lifeline at ground level or attaching counterweight at ground level.

1.0 PRODUCT APPLICATION

1.1 PURPOSE: Rope Grabs are designed to be a component in a Fall Arrest1or Fall Restraint2system. See Figure 9 for system

applications. Figure 9.1 shows a typical Fall Arrest System and gure 9.2 shows a typical fall restraint system. Each

system should contain a full body harness (E) connected to a lanyard (D or F). The lanyard is connected to the Rope Grab

(A), which is installed on a vertical lifeline (B) connected to an anchorage connector (C). An Energy Absorbing Lanyard (D)

must be used in a fall arrest system and a Restraint Lanyard (F) must be used in a fall restraint system.

1.2 STANDARDS: Your Rope Grab conforms to the national or regional standard(s) identied on the front cover of these

instructions. If this product is resold outside the original country of destination, the re-seller must provide these

instructions in the language of the country in which the product will be used.

1.3 TRAINING: This equipment must be installed and used by persons trained in its correct application. This manual is to

be used as part of an employee training program as required by ANSI and OSHA, and/or regional regulations. It is the

responsibility of the users and installers of this equipment to ensure they are familiar with these instructions, trained in

the correct care and use of this equipment, and are aware of the operating characteristics, application limitations, and

consequences of improper use of this equipment.

1.4 RESCUE PLAN: When using this equipment and connecting subsystem(s), the employer must have a rescue plan and

the means at hand to implement and communicate that plan to users, authorized persons3, and rescuers4. A trained, on-

site rescue team is recommended. Team members should be provided with the equipment and techniques to perform a

successful rescue. Training should be provided on a periodic basis to ensure rescuer prociency.

1.5 AFTER A FALL: If the Rope Grab or its attaching lanyard or vertical lifeline are subjected to the forces of arresting a fall,

it must be removed from service immediately and destroyed. Do not attempt maintenance or repair.

2.0 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

2.1 ANCHORAGE: Anchorage structure requirements vary with the system application and whether it is a certied anchorage5

or non-certied anchorage6. The structure to which a fall arrest, restraint, positioning, or rescue system is attached must

sustain static loads applied in the directions permitted as shown in the following table. Anchorage Strength requirements,

along with system applications, are specied below, unless noted or dened otherwise in Table 1:

Fall Protection System Certied Anchorage Non-Certied Anchorage Dened by

Fall Arrest 2 times maximum arresting force 5,000 lbs (22.2 kN) OSHA, ANSI

Restraint/Travel Restraint 2 times foreseeable force 1,000 lbs (4.4 kN) per ANSI

5,000 lbs (22.2 kN) per OSHA OSHA, ANSI

Work Positioning 2 times foreseeable force 3,000 lbs (13.3 kN) OSHA, ANSI

Rescue 5 times applied load 3,000 lbs (13.3 kN) ANSI

When more than one system is attached to an anchorage, the strengths stated above must be multiplied by the number

of systems attached to the anchorage. See ANSI Z359.2 for more information.

2.2 PERSONAL FALL ARREST SYSTEM: Figure 9 illustrates the application of this Rope Grab. The Personal Fall Arrest

System (PFAS) must meet applicable Fall Protection standards, codes, and requirements. The PFAS must incorporate a

Full Body Harness and limit Arresting Force to the following values:

Maximum Arresting Force Free Fall

PFAS with Energy-Absorbing Lanyard 1800 lbs (8 kN) 6 ft. (1.82 m)

2.3 LANYARDS: Refer to the instruction(s) included with your Lanyard for limitations specic to Lanyard use. See Table 1

for limitations of Lanyard use specic to this Rope Grab. Do not lengthen Lanyards for use with this Rope Grab without

consulting 3M. All Lanyards must have a minimum breaking strength of 5,000 lbs (22.2 kN).

2.4 HAZARDS: Use of this equipment in areas with environmental hazards may require additional precautions to prevent

injury to the user or damage to the equipment. Hazards may include, but are not limited to: heat, chemicals, corrosive

environments, high voltage power lines, explosive or toxic gases, moving machinery, sharp edges, or overhead materials

that may fall and contact the user or Personal Fall Arrest System.

2.5 FALL CLEARANCE: Figure 3 illustrates the components of a Fall Arrest system. There must be sufcient Fall Clearance

(FC) to arrest a fall before the user strikes the ground or other obstruction. Clearance is affected by a number of factors

including: Anchorage Location, (A) Lanyard Length, (B) Lanyard Deceleration Distance, (C) Harness Stretch, D-Ring/

Connector Length and Settling, (D) Rope Grab Lock-Up Distance, (E) Vertical Lifeline Length and Stretch, and (SF) Safety

Factor. Lanyard Length and Lanyard Deceleration Distance will vary with the Lanyard model.

Refer to Table 1 for details on Fall Clearance requirements. Figure 4 illustrates how positioning of the Rope Grab affects

the required Fall Clearance. Figure 5 gives the specic Fall Clearance value that is necessary, based on the exact

positioning of the Rope Grab. See Figure 4 and Figure 5 to determine Fall Clearance requirements. Fall Clearance values

include a Safety Factor of 1.5 ft and already account for stretch in the rope.

1 Fall Arrest System: A collection of Fall Protection Equipment congured to arrest a free fall. Protects the user in the event of a fall. Free fall is permitted up to

the limits allowed by the connecting device (for use with an Energy-Absorbing Lanyard only).

2 Restraint System: A collection of Fall Protection Equipment congured to prevent the person’s center of gravity from reaching a fall hazard. Prevents the user

from reaching a hazard. No vertical free fall is permitted.

3 Authorized Person: A person assigned by the employer to perform duties at a location where the person will be exposed to a fall hazard.

4 Rescuer: Person or persons other than the rescue subject acting to perform an assisted rescue by operation of a rescue system.

To determine required Fall Clearance (Figure 4 and Figure 5):

Measure the distance (G) between the anchor point and the installed Rope Grab. Use this value and refer to Figure 5 to

determine the required Fall Clearance (FC).

2.6 SWING FALLS: Swing Falls occur when the anchorage point is not directly above the point where a fall occurs (see Figure

6). The force of striking an object in a swing fall may cause serious injury or death. Minimize swing falls by working as directly

below the anchorage point as possible. Do not permit a swing fall if injury could occur. Swing falls will signicantly increase the

clearance required when a Self-Retracting Device or other variable length connecting subsystem is used.

2.7 COMPONENT COMPATIBILITY: 3M equipment is designed for use with 3M-approved components and subsystems

only. Substitutions or replacements made with non-approved components or subsystems may jeopardize compatibility of

equipment and may affect the safety and reliability of the complete system.

2.8 CONNECTOR COMPATIBILITY: Connectors are considered to be compatible with connecting elements when they

have been designed to work together in such a way that their sizes and shapes do not cause their gate mechanisms to

inadvertently open regardless of how they become oriented. Contact 3M if you have any questions about compatibility.

Connectors (hooks, carabiners, and D-rings) must be capable of supporting at least 5,000 lbs. (22.2 kN). Connectors

must be compatible with the anchorage or other system components. Do not use equipment that is not compatible.

Non-compatible connectors may unintentionally disengage (see Figure 7). Connectors must be compatible in size, shape,

and strength. If the connecting element to which a snap hook or carabiner attaches is undersized or irregular in shape, a

situation could occur where the connecting element applies a force to the gate of the snap hook or carabiner (A). This force

may cause the gate to open (B), allowing the snap hook or carabiner to disengage from the connecting point (C).

Self-locking snap hooks and carabiners are required by ANSI Z359 and OSHA.

2.9 MAKING CONNECTIONS: Snap hooks and carabiners used with this equipment must be self-locking. Ensure all

connections are compatible in size, shape and strength. DO NOT use equipment that is not compatible. Ensure all

connectors are fully closed and locked.

3M connectors (snap hooks and carabiners) are designed to be used only as specied in each product’s user’s instructions.

See Figure 8 for examples of inappropriate connections. DO NOT connect snap hooks and carabiners:

A. To a D-ring to which another connector is attached.

B. In a manner that would result in a load on the gate. Large throat snap hooks should not be connected to standard

size D-rings or similar objects which will result in a load on the gate if the hook or D-ring twists or rotates, unless

the snap hook is equipped with a 3,600 lb (16 kN) gate. Check the marking on your snap hook to verify that it is

appropriate for your application.

C. In a false engagement, where features that protrude from the snap hook or carabiner catch on the anchor, and

without visual conrmation seems to be fully engaged to the anchor point.

D. To each other.

E. Directly to webbing or rope lanyard or tie-back (unless the manufacturer’s instructions for both the lanyard and

connector specically allows such a connection).

F. To any object which is shaped or dimensioned such that the snap hook or carabiner will not close and lock, or that

roll-out could occur.

G. In a manner that does not allow the connector to align properly while under load.

3.0 INSTALLATION

3.1 PLANNING: Plan your Fall Protection System prior to installation of the Rope Grab. Account for all factors that may affect

your safety before, during, and after a fall. Consider all requirements, limitations, and specications dened in Section 2

and Table 1.

3.2 INSTALLING THE ROPE GRAB: The Rope Grab can be installed on approved Protecta vertical lifelines meeting the

requirements specied in Table 1. The vertical lifeline must be attached to an anchorage point meeting the requirements

of Section 2.1. Figure 10 illustrates installation of the Rope Grab. To install the Rope Grab:

1. Ensure the Rope Grab is in the “UP” position as indicated on the product label. The “UP” end of the Rope Grab must

be oriented up towards the anchorage when installed onto the lifeline (A).

2. Push the opening lever (B) downward until it reaches the bottom of the groove. Press the opening lever inward until

the release button is completely depressed.

3. While the release button is being depressed, pull the rope grab and the locking cam apart until the unit is fully

opened.

4. Install the lifeline by raising the locking cam to the “up” position and tting the rope inside the lifeline channel (C).

Close the Rope Grab until the spring-loaded lock pin (D) snaps the unit shut. Verify that the spring-loaded lock pin

(D) and the opening lever (E) have returned to the locked position.

5. Test the operation of the Rope Grab by pulling down on the locking cam. The Rope Grab must lock onto the lifeline

and prevent any descent on the lifeline once the cam is engaged.

;General Use Considerations: Avoid working where lifeline may cross or tangle with that of another worker. Do

not allow the lanyard to pass under arms or between legs. Do not clamp, tie, or otherwise prevent the Rope Grab

lanyard connection handle from moving freely into the “locked” position.

4.0 USE

4.1 BEFORE EACH USE: Verify that your work area and Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) meet all criteria dened in

Section 2 and a formal Rescue Plan is in place. Inspect the Rope Grab per the ‘User’ inspection points dened on the

“Inspection and Maintenance Log” (Table 2). If inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition, do not use the system.

Remove the system from service and destroy, or contact 3M regarding replacement or repair.

4.2 FALL ARREST CONNECTIONS: The Rope Grab is used with a Full Body Harness and 3 ft. Energy Absorbing Lanyard.

Figure 11 illustrates connection of the Lanyard between the Harness and Rope Grab. Connect the Lanyard between the

Attachment Eye on the Rope Grab and the back Dorsal D-Ring on the Harness as instructed in the instructions included

with the Lanyard.

4.3 POSITIONING THE ROPE GRAB ON THE LIFELINE: When using the Rope Grab on a vertical lifeline you should:

1. Always work at a height that satises the fall clearance requirements for your application according to Figure 4. Using

the lanyard connected to the Rope Grab, pull up slightly on the Rope Grab to release it from its current position. Lift

the handle if necessary.

2. Using the connected lanyard, raise or lower the Rope Grab to the desired new position. Tension the lifeline to assure

smooth operation of the Rope Grab along the lifeline. To tension the lifeline, either extend at least 50 ft. (15 m) of

lifeline below the Rope Grab, secure the end of the lifeline at working or ground level, or attach a six-to-ten-pound

counterweight at ground level. The method of tensioning should be determined by work site conditions.

3. After moving the Rope Grab to a new position, position it at or above shoulder height to reduce possible free fall. Lock

the Rope Grab at this position by pulling the lanyard connection handle to its full “DOWN” position. The handle must

be released before attempting to reposition the Rope Grab.

4. Under certain conditions determined by a Qualied Person, such as working on a moving platform, it is allowable to

let the rope follow the worker as the platform is moved. The lanyard should be kept as short as possible and must not

exceed Lanyard length requirements as stated in Table 1.

5. Always make sure the vertical lifeline has sufcient length for the application. Never set up the system in a manner

where the Rope Grab could become detached by sliding off the bottom of the vertical lifeline.

6. Never use a knot in the lifeline to limit the movement of the Rope Grab.

4.4 PARKING FEATURE:

1. To activate the parking feature, release the lever from the tab on the side of the Rope Grab and allow it to rotate

from vertical (Figure 12A) to horizontal (Figure 12B).

2. The parking feature is now operational and will prevent the Rope Grab from traveling down the lifeline. This allows

the user to remain on the lifeline for a period without the threat of the Rope Grab moving down the lifeline when the

user is active. The Rope Grab operates in manual mode while the park feature is engaged.

3. To deactivate the parking feature, return the auto-locking lever to upright, allowing the hole in the lever to catch on

the tab on the side of the Rope Grab vertical position. Unlock from the lifeline by lifting up on the locking cam.

5.0 INSPECTION

5.1 INSPECTION FREQUENCY

The vertical lifeline system, including the rope grab, drop line, and lanyard, shall be inspected

by the user before each use and, additionally, by a Competent Person

other than the user at intervals of no longer than

one year. Inspection procedures are described in the “Inspection and Maintenance Log”. Results of each

Competent Person

inspection should be recorded on copies of the “Inspection and Maintenance Log”.

;Some Rope Grabs are equipped with a Radio Frequency Identication (RFID) Tag. The RFID Tag can be used in

conjunction with a Handheld Reading Device to simplify inspection and inventory control and provide records for your

fall protection equipment.

5.2 DEFECTS: If inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition, remove the Rope Grab from service immediately and

destroy. Do not attempt to repair the Rope Grab.

;Authorized Repairs Only: Only 3M or parties authorized in writing may make repairs to this equipment.

5.3 PRODUCT LIFE: The functional life of the Rope Grab is determined by work conditions, environmental conditions, and

maintenance. As long as the product passes inspection criteria, it may remain in service.

6.0 MAINTENANCE, SERVICING, STORAGE

6.1 CLEANING: Periodically clean the Rope Grab’s metal components with a soft brush, warm water, and a mild soap

solution. Ensure parts are thoroughly rinsed with clean water. Wipe off hardware with a clean, dry cloth and hang to air-

dry. Do not force-dry with heat. An excessive buildup of dirt, paint, ice, grease, etc. may prevent the Rope Grab or lifeline

from working properly. In severe cases, these conditions may degrade the Rope Grab or lifeline to a point where it has

become weakened and must be removed from service.

6.2 SERVICE: If the Rope Grab has been subject to fall force or inspection reveals an unsafe or defective conditions, remove

the system from service and destroy.

6.3 STORAGE AND TRANSPORT: When not in use, store and transport the Rope Grab and associated fall protection

equipment in a cool, dry, clean environment out of direct sunlight. Avoid areas where chemical vapors may exist.

Thoroughly inspect components after extended storage.

7.0 LABELS AND MARKINGS

Figure 13 illustrates labels and markings on the Rope Grab. Labels must be replaced if they are not fully legible.

AUSE ON APPROVED 5/8 IN. (16 MM) DIAMETER LIFELINES ONLY AND APPROVED LANYARDS. SEE USER

MANUAL.

BSERIAL Nb XXXXXXX, Mfg date Date fab. YY, MADE IN TAIWAN

Table 2 – Inspection and Maintenance Log

Inspection Date: Inspected By:

Components: Inspection: (See Section 1 for Inspection Frequency)User

Competent

Person1

Rope Grab

(Figure 2)

Inspect the Rope Grab for damage: Look for cracks, dents, or deformities. Look for bending or

wear on the Attachment Eye (A), Locking Cam (B), Lock Ring (C), Lock Pin (D), Opening Lever (E),

Groove (F), Release Button (G), Auto-locking Lever (K), and Locking Arm Spring (L).

Inspect the entire unit for corrosion.

Inspect the Attachment Eye (A) and Locking Cam (B) to ensure that the Cam moves freely

without hesitation, binding or sticking.

Inspect the Locking Cam (B) and ensure that the teeth are not rounded or worn.

Use the Opening Lever (E) to ensure that the Lock Pin (D) travels freely up and down the

locking sleeve.

Test repeatedly that the Rope Grab opens when the Release Button (G) is depressed with the

Opening Lever (E). The Release Button must be fully extended after the Rope Grab is closed.

The two halves of the Rope Grab must close and open freely on the Hinge (J). Inspect the

Lifeline Channel (H) and ensure that there are no dips or depressions worn into the channel

and that the Dimples (I) are without damage. Ensure all engravings are legible.

Activate the parking feature (K) and verify that there is resistance against the Locking Cam (B)

when attempting to raise the Attachment Eye (A). With the parking feature (K) deactivated,

there should be no resistance on the Locking Cam (B).

Labels (Figure 13) Verify that all labels are securely attached and legible (see ‘Labels’).

Approved Lanyard Verify that the lanyard meets all requirements from Table 1.

Approved Vertical

Lifeline

Inspect the lifeline in accordance with the vertical lifeline user manual. Verify that the lifeline

meets all requirements from Table 1. The vertical lifeline should be free of excessive buildup of

dirt, paint, snow, or ice that could prevent the Rope Grab or lifelines from working properly.

PFAS and Other

Equipment

Additional Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) equipment (harness, lanyard, vertical lifelines,

anchor point) that are used with the Rope Grab should be installed and inspected per the

manufacturer’s instructions.

Serial Number(s): Date Purchased:

Model Number: Date of First Use: