Bornack IRS System User manual

User Manual
EN
0123 EN 1498-A EN 358
IRS System

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IRS
re service rescue loop system
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
INTENDED USE
• The IRS fire service rescue loop system serves
as a simple securing device for retention,
rescue and self-rescue in compliance with
FWDV  chapter  and  for one person.
• The IRS replaces the fire service work
positioning belt DIN  in all functions in
compliance with FWDV .
- Observation of the instructions in this user
manual (GAL).
- Compatibility of the fire service operations
jacket with the IRS system.
- All the parts stated in the GAL must be
available in full, integrated and operational.
- The wearer of the protective clothing must
be briefed about in the safe use of this IRS
system as defined in this GAL.
Intended use is identical to the use of the fire
service work positioning belt and is described in
the FWDV  „Basic activities – extinguishing
and assistance“ chapter  and  and in the BGI
/ GUV-I „Fire fighting safety“ chapter C .
Use of this equipment is based on an
assumption that the user is familiar with hand-
ling personal protective equipment against falls
from a height and the risks of working in areas
where there is a risk of falling.
Also, the IRS can be used for fast rescue of
comrades in emergency situations and
emergencies where respiratory equipment is
used.
All other uses are deemed improper. The
company BORNACK will not be liable for any
resulting damage. The user bears the sole risk
EQUIPMENT
• Rescue loop RS for integration into the fire
service operations jacket. Tested according to
EN -A and EN .
• RS XT flame-resistant PES fabric
• RS S polyamide
• Special karabiner HEART LIGHT EN  /
EN 
• Self-securing loop FW/N. Tested according to
EN -B / EN  / EN .
• If necessary, next expert inspection!
Subject to technical changes

EN
RS-XT / RS-S
rescue loop
Anchor ring
FW/N self-securing loop
HEART LIGHT
Connecting karabiner
Anchor karabiner
IRS integrated into the
protective jacket
IRS – FIRE SERVICE RESCUE LOOP SYSTEM

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Always check every
time before use!
• The IRS is no substitute for a full body harness
DIN / EN .
• The IRS is not suitable for fall arrest purposes.
If there is a risking of falling or a free fall,
suitable equipment such as that described in
e.g. DIN - Standard fall protection
equipment, must be used.
• The users of the IRS must be briefed in how to
use the IRS system safely before using the
system for the first time, however at least
once a year.
• The sitting and wearing properties must
guarantee the functions of the fire service
clothing and the IRS system.
• Intended use must be observed as for the use
of the fire service work positioning belt. This is
described in the FWDV  „Basic activities –
extinguishing and assistance“ chapter  and
 and in the BGI / GUV-I „Fire fighting
safety“ chapter C .
• To use the IRS system for this procedure, the
entire system including the self-securing loop
FW/N must always be used.
• If even the slightest of faults is detected
during the inspection, the personal protective
equipment may not be used.
• Any components of the personal protective
equipment that are faulty may only tested
and repaired in a workshop authorised by the
company BORNACK.
VISUAL INSPECTION
• Check that the rope protection equipment is
complete. Are all components available?
• All seams are undamaged. Textile compo-
nents do not show any visible signs of
damage or damage that can be felt.
• Fittings, D-rings, buckles, karabiners do not
show any visible signs of damage and are not
bent. The karabiner and the lock are functional.
• After being used for the last time the IRS is
visually inspected and ready for future use.
FUNCTION TEST
• Visual inspection of the closed IRS and
manual test to ensure it functions safely.
ANCHOR POINTS
• Anchor points must be sufficiently strong,
EN , and positioned above the user. If in an
emergency or for tactical reasons no
EN -conform anchor point is available, a
suitable, adequately strong anchor point can
be selected on the basis of a fast local risk
assessment.
KARABINER
CAUTION:
Risk of cross-load on the karabiner!
Observe special user manual for the karabiner.

EN
IRS IN USE
PREPARATION
BORNACK and the manufacturer of the
protective clothing cooperate to integrate the
IRS into the fire service operations jacket and to
define the right size.
The suiting and wearing properties must
guarantee the functions of the fire service
clothing and the IRS. The width is adjusted to
suit the wearer of the protective clothing in a
closed condition when all operations clothing is
worn. The adjustment guarantees that the
wearer of the equipment does not slip out
when suspended freely, and that the freedom
of movement crawling sideward, when bending
or in a crouched position is not redistricted, and
also that breathing is not restricted. The
clothing size (length) of the IRS system must be
adapted to the sizes used by the respective
manufacturer.
INTEGRATION INTO THE PROTECTIVE JACKET
Please note the information in the user manual of
the jacket manufacturer about integrating the IRS
system into the protective jacket.
CLOSING
A When putting on the protective jacket, the
rescue loop must be closed immediately and
its immediate safe function guaranteed.
B The rescue loop is closed into a ring using the
special HEART LIGHT karabiner.
CAUTION:
The lock of the HEART LIGHT connecting
karabiner must point downwards.
AB

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IN USE OR IN DRILLS
• The IRS is always worn „ready for use“ and
stowed away correctly. Please observe the
user instructions issued by the manufacturer
of the jacket about stowing the device.
• If a risk is identified that could pose a risk to
the use of the panic function on the zip of the
jacket, the wearer of the protective jacket
decides, if possible in agreement with his
superior, about the protection goals based on
the local risk assessment at the damaged
area.
TAKING OFF THE PROTECTIVE JACKET
C The HEART LIGHT karabiner is unhooked on
one side of the rescue loop. The self-securing
loop FW/N remains hooked in and stowed in
the storage place.
RETENTION
D Create an anchor point with lanyards.
Including bars and rungs. Hook the FW/N
self-securing loop into the lanyard.
CAUTION:
When anchoring the BORNACK self-securing
loop FW/N for retention purposes, always
ensure that the anchor point lies clearly above
the belay point (locking karabiner). (Fall factor
< ., fall height < . m)
IRS IN USE
C
DD

EN
IRS IN USE
RETENTION
E The IRS is anchored to an anchor point so
that the fall edge is not reached. This
prevents falls.
RESCUING PERSONS
F Attach the fire service line to an adequately
strong anchor point.
G Attach the fire service line via an -knot to
the anchor karabiner as a retention system.
H Feed the fire service line via a HMS knot
through the anchor ring. Feed the line with a
bay anchor knot (as shown in the picture
above) through the steel ring, thread the
rope bag through the bay anchor knot
I Check the function.
J Attach the fire service line to the person
being rescued using a check strap or rescue
harness EN .
K Lower the rescued person slowly. Simple
steering via the HMS.
E
G
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F
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SELF-RESCUE
L Attach the fire service line to an adequately
strong anchor point.
Feed the fire service line via a HMS knot
through the anchor ring. Feed the line with a
bay anchor knot (as shown in the picture
above) through the steel ring, thread the line
bag through the bay anchor knot.
MFeed the fire service line via a HMS knot
through the anchor ring.
N Move up to the exit edge. When crossing, e.g.
straddling, the edges (e.g. window) ensure
that the anchor ring is already positioned
behind the exit edge before abseiling.
CAUTION:
Prevent edge loads. Protect hands and arms. Do
not clamp hands or arms below the rope.
O Guide the rope with one hand, avoid rope
slack and jerk-like loads.
CAUTION:
Self-rescue with the IRS is only allowed in
emergency situations where there is an
immediate danger to life and limb. Self-rescue
must be learned and trained with an
independent securing system.
An independent securing system is e.g. a top
rope lock with fall prevention equipment in
compliance with DIN -.
IRS IN USE
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EN
IRS IN USE
IMMEDIATE RESCUE (CRASH RESCUE)
Dragging out a comrade by two fire service
members.
P Hold the casualty with one hand respectively
on the rescue loop. You can now pull the
casualty from the danger zone.
LIFTING OR LOWERING
At least four fire service members are required
to lift or lower a casualty.
Q Use an .knot to attach the middle of the fire
service line to the HEART LIGHT karabiner or
the IRS.
R Position two fire service members on each
side of the ends of the fire service line. You
can now lower or lift the casualty slowly.
Q
S
R

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
There is a risk of life-threatening injuries if the
safety instructions are not observed.
• If even the slightest of faults is detected
during the inspection, the personal protective
equipment may not be used.
• Damaged, fall-stressed, dubious personal
protective equipment or safety devices must
be immediately withdrawn and not used. The
equipment may only be inspected by an
expert or the manufacturer. This must be
entered into the test card.
• No independent changes or repairs may be
carried out.
• The rope protection system is part of the
personal protective equipment and should be
assigned to a specific person.
• This personal protective equipment may only
be used by trained and experienced persons
or under appropriate supervision.
• Trained and experienced persons within the
meaning of this GAL must be familiar with
handling PPE against falls from heights, their
correct use, application limits, possible risks,
ways of avoiding these risks and they must
also know the rescue plan.
• In accordance with the accident prevention
guidelines (UVV), the users of fall protective
equipment (Category III) must attend a
theoretical training course and a practical
training course. Make use of the training
competence of the BORNACK training centres:
[email protected]
• Before using for the first time, in particular
when introducing the IRS system for the first
time in a fire service, in-depth briefing of
multipliers / fire service members of the
respective fire services by BORNACK or
training centres authorised by BORNACK is
necessary.
• The in-depth briefing of multipliers / fire
service members requires at least  training
sessions.
• Accessories from other manufacturers may
only be used if approved by BORNACK and
may not impair the function and safety of the
protective equipment.
• Clothing and shoes must be suitable for the
task at hand and the weather conditions.
• The minimum protective equipment
according to FWDV  chapter . must be
worn.
• Only use if you are fully fit.
• Health impairments can impact on the safety
of the user when working at heights or
depths.
• The anchor point for the rope protection must
be adequately strong (EN ) and positioned
correctly. If possible select an anchor point
above head.
• If in an emergency of for tactical reasons no
EN -conform anchor point is available, a
suitable, adequately strong anchor point can
be selected in the basis of a fast local risk
assessment.
• This PPE is has not been tested for horizontal
use.
• Edge loads always pose a risk.
• Select an anchor that is as high as possible.
• Protect personal protective equipment during
storing, use and transportation against the
eects of heat (e.g. welding flames or sparks,
burning cigarettes) and chemicals (e.g. acids,
alkalis, oils) and mechanical eects (e.g. sharp
edges).

EN
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Before starting work, the responsible person
must draw up a plan of rescue measures that
defines how to rescue casualties quickly and
safely and ensures first aid measures. Free
suspension in the IRS must be restricted to a
minimum (< . min). BORNACK can help you
draw up tailor-made rescue plans and will
incorporate your rescue plans into the
training courses.
• The local safety guidelines and the accident
prevention guidelines for the specific industry
must be observed.
• Application temperature +°C to -°C.
• Safety regulations and tactical application
information is also available in the FWDV 
„Basic activities – extinguishing and
assistance“ chapter  and  and in the BGI /
GUV-I „Fire fighting safety“ chapter C 
and in the GUV-C accident prevent
guidelines for fire services.

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OTHER
APPROVAL
Type testing and production control by:
TÜV Süd Product Service GmbH
Daimlerstr. ,  Garching
CE 
Quality assurance by the manufacturer.
Production monitoring by a certified oce
(Cat. III)
SALES
If the goods are marketed in countries where
German is not spoken, the dealer must ensure
that user manuals in the respective national
language are enclosed with deliveries. The
respective translation must be authorised by
BORNACK.
SERVICE
If you have any questions about the safe use of
this personal protective equipment or other
services provided by
BORNACK, such as
• risk analysis
• rescue plans
• training
• expertise tests
Please contact our e-mail hotline:
[email protected]
We will be happy to help!
REGULAR INSPECTIONS
• Carry out a visual and functional test every
time before and after use to check for damage
and to check the function.
• Regular inspections, at least once a year, by an
expert or the manufacturer.
• The result must be documented in the test
card or the equipment management system
of the fire service.
MAINTENANCE
• Oil moving parts of karabiners and other
equipment with oil. Keep joints running
smoothly.
• Protective equipment that is well looked after
will last longer!
CLEANING
• Dry damp personal protective equipment in
the air, not on artificial heat sources. Dry
metal components with cloths.
• If the personal protective equipment comes
into contact with saltwater, keep it wet until it
can be rinsed with distilled water.
• Brush soiled textile components carefully or
clean with lukewarm water and a little
detergent for delicates, rinse with clean water.
No other cleaning agents may be used

EN
OTHER
LIFE SPAN
Usage period = Storage period + usage period
The usage period ends at the end of the life span.
The following recommendations are made for
using PPE against falls from heights in intervention
departments and by rescue services:
Maximum storage period before using for the
first time
Rescue loop RS, self-securing sling FW/N up to
 years
Maximum usage period after being used for
the first time
Rescue loop RS up to  years
Self-securing sling FW/N up to  years
Intensive use and/or extreme conditions,
e.g. sharp edges, chemical influences, contact
with contaminated extinguishing water,
extinguishing water additives, extinguishing
gases, the impact of acidic or aggressive flue
gases, thermal damage cause by heat, flames,
melting damage from glowing parts will reduce
the usage period.
The company owner must take these influences
and the usage conditions that could reduce the
service life into account.
For more details, please visit the website
www.bornack.de in the BORNACK brochure
„Life span of textile personal protective
equipment components“.
The company owner must ensure compliance
with the maximum usage periods by documenting
first-time use in the equipment card.
REPAIRS
Repairs may only be carried out by the
manufacturer or authorised workshops.
STORAGE
• Dry damp personal protective equipment
before storing.
• Store away from light in a dry place.
• Do not store personal protective equipment
close to radiators. Permanent temperatures of
over + °C have a negative impact on the
strength of the textile material and will
reduce the life span.
• Do not allow personal protective equipment
to come into contact with aggressive
substances (e.g. oils, greases, acids,
chemicals).
TRANSPORT
Transport the personal protective equipment in
the device case or device bag.

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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
This fall protection equipment bears the following information:
Logo
Logo
Contact
Contact
Product name /
variant
Product name /
variant
Product type
Product type
Product name
Break load
Contact
Size
Size
Article no.
Article no.
Charge / yr. of prod.
Charge / yr. of prod.
Series no.
Series no.
Useful load
QR code
QR code
EN standards
EN standards
CE symbol
CE symbol
Read / observe user
manual
Read / observe user
manual

EN
The test card must be completed in full by
the expert during the annual inspection.
This test card does not claim to cover all
test criteria and does not relieve the expert
from his decision about the overall
condition.
TEST CARD
FOR ANNUAL MONITORING
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inspection
Reason for inspection
Type :
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Manufactured on:
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Serial no.:
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Purchase date:
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Date of first use:
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No deformation, cracks or
similar on the anchor ring
Karabiner intact
Self-locking sling FW/N
undamaged (mechanical,
chemical, thermal)
Rescue loop undamaged
(mechanical, chemical,
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All seams undamaged
Correctly integrated into
protective clothing
User manual available
Writing is legible
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TEST CARD
FOR ANNUAL MONITORING

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The test card must be completed in full by
the expert during the annual inspection.
This test card does not claim to cover all
test criteria and does not relieve the expert
from his decision about the overall
condition.
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Purchase date:
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protective clothing
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FOR ANNUAL MONITORING

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Notes:

BORNACK GmbH & Co.KG
Bustadt 39
74360 Ilsfeld
Germany
Fon + 49 (0) 70 62 / 26 90 0-0
Fax + 49 (0) 70 62 / 26 90 0-550
[e-mail]
www.bornack.de
BORNACK Schweiz
Oholten 7
5703 Seon, AG
Swiss
Fon + 41 (0) 62 / 886 30 40
Fax + 41 (0) 62 / 886 30 41
[e-mail]
www.bornack.ch
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