Guardian Fall Protection 10705 User manual

Product Name: Concrete Anchor Strap
Instruction Manual
Part #: 10705; 10710; 10715 ; 10717; 10720
Do not throw away these instructions!
Read and understand these instructions before using equipment!
Introduction 1
Applicable Safety Standards 1
Worker Classifications 1
Safety Information 6
Product Specific Applications 1-2
Limitations 2-3
Components and Specifications 3
Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage 5
Inspection 5
Installation and Use 4
Inspection Log 5
Labels 7

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Guardian Fall
Protection Concrete Anchor Strap. This
manual must be read and understood in
its entirety, and used as part of an
employee training program as required by
OSHA or any applicable state agency.
This and any other included instructions
must be made available to the user of the
equipment. The user must understand how
to safely and effectively use the Concrete
Anchor Strap, and all fall safety equipment
used in combination with the Concrete
Anchor Strap.
User Information
Date of First Use:
Serial #:
Trainer:
User:
Applicable Safety Standards
When used according to instruction specifications, this product meets or exceeds all applicable OSHA 1926
Subpart M, OSHA 1910, ANSI Z359.1-2007, and ANSI A10.32-2012 standards for fall protection. Applicable
standards and regulations depend on the type of work being done, and also might include state-specific
regulations. Consult regulatory agencies for more information on personal fall arrest systems and associated
components.
Worker Classifications
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CAUTION
Understand the following definitions of those who
work near or who may be exposed to fall hazards.
Qualified Person: A person with an accredited degree or certification, and with extensive experience or
sufficient professional standing, who is considered proficient in planning and reviewing the conformity of fall
protection and rescue systems.
Competent Person: A highly trained and experienced person who is ASSIGNED BY THE EMPLOYER to be
responsible for all elements of a fall safety program, including, but not limited to, its regulation, management,
and application. A person who is proficient in identifying existing and predictable fall hazards, and who has
the authority to stop work in order to eliminate hazards.
Authorized Person: A person who is assigned by their employer to work around or be subject to potential or
existing fall hazards.
It is the responsibility of a Qualified or Competent person to supervise the job site and ensure all
applicable safety regulations are complied with.
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Product Specific Applications
Personal Fall Arrest: Concrete Anchor Strap may be used to support a MAXIMUM 1 PFAS for use in
Fall Arrest applications. Structure must withstand loads applied in the directions permitted by the
system of at least 5,000 lbs. Maximum free fall is 6‘, or up to 12’ if used in combination with
equipment explicitly certified for such use. Applicable D-ring: Dorsal.
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WARNING
Use of equipment in unintended applications may result in serious
injury or death. Maximum 1 attachment per connection point.

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Restraint: Concrete Anchor Strap may be used in Restraint applications. Restraint systems prevent
workers from reaching the leading edge of a fall hazard. Always account for fully deployed length
of lanyard/SRL. Structure must withstand loads applied in the directions permitted by the system
of at least 1,000 lbs. No free fall is permitted. Restraint systems may only be used on surfaces
with slopes up to 4/12 (vertical/horizontal). Applicable D-rings: Dorsal, Chest, Side, Shoulder.
For all applications: worker weight capacity range
(including all clothing, tools, and equipment) is 130-420 lbs.
FALL CLEARANCE CALCULATION
Lanyard length
(6’ total)
Safety factor
(3’ total)
Deceleration
distance (4’ total)
Height of harness
dorsal D-ring from
worker’s feet
(6’ total)
Required
distance
from
anchorage
(19’ total)
Limitations
Compatibility: When making connections with Concrete Anchor Strap, eliminate all possibility of roll-out.
Roll-out occurs when interference between a hook and the attachment point causes the hook gate to
unintentionally open and release. All connections must be selected and deemed compatible with Concrete
Anchor Strap by a Competent Person. All connector gates must be self-closing and self-locking, and withstand
minimum loads of 3,600 lbs. See the following for examples of compatible/incompatible connections:
Fall Clearance: There must be sufficient
clearance below the anchorage connector
to arrest a fall before the user strikes the
ground or an obstruction. When calculating
fall clearance, account for a MINIMUM 3’
safety factor, deceleration distance, user
height, length of lanyard/SRL, and all other
applicable factors.
Diagram shown is an example fall
clearance calculation ONLY.
Swing Falls: Prior to installation or use, make
considerations for eliminating or minimizing
all swing fall hazards. Swing falls occur when
the anchor is not directly above the location
where a fall occurs. Always work as close to in
line with the anchor point as possible. Swing
falls significantly increase the likelihood of
serious injury or death in the event of a fall.
Connector
closed and
locked to
D-ring. OK.
Two or more
snap hooks or
carabiners
connected to
each other. NO.
Connector
to integral
lanyard.
NO.
Connector
directly to
webbing.
NO.
Work Positioning: Concrete Anchor Strap may be used in Work Positioning applications. Work
Positioning systems allow a worker to be supported while in suspension and work freely with
both hands. Structure must withstand loads applied in the directions permitted by the system of
at least 3,000 lbs. Maximum allowable free fall is 2’. Applicable D-rings: Side, Shoulder.

Ø: Total Working Angle
X: Working Distance
Along Leading Edge
Y: Distance From
Leading Edge
X
Y
ø
X
Leading Edge
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Components and Specifications
Two connectors
to same
D-ring. NO.
Connector
directly to
horizontal
lifeline. NO.
Application
that places
load on gate.
NO.
Incompatible
or irregular
application,
which may
increase risk
of roll-out. NO.
Correct Anchorage Positioning:
This chart details allowable working zones required
to reduce risk of swing falls and improper side loading.
ALWAYS adhere to information specified by chart.
Anchor Distance
From
Leading Edge (Y)
Working Distance
Along Roof Edge
(Either Direction) (X)
Working Angle
From
Perpendicular (Ø)
6’
10’
15’
20’
25’
30’
35’
40’
45’
50’
55’
60’
8’
9’ - 9”
11’ - 7”
13’ - 3”
14’ - 6”
16’
17’ - 2”
18’ - 3”
19’ - 4”
19’ - 10”
21’ - 4”
22’ - 3”
53°
45°
38°
33°
30°
28°
26°
24°
23°
21°
21°
21°
For example, if the anchorage connector is 6’ from the leading
edge (Y), the working distance (X) is 8’ in each direction from
the perpendicular, which translates to a 53° working angle.
Materials: polyester, nylon, and galvanized steel.
Part # Length Description
10710
10715
3’
4’
Concrete Anchor Strap w/Loop & D-ring Ends & Protective Sheathing
10717 6’
Concrete Anchor Strap w/Loop & D-ring Ends & Protective Sheathing
Concrete Anchor Strap w/Loop & D-ring Ends & Protective Sheathing
10705
10720 4’
3’
Concrete Anchor Strap w/Loop Ends
Concrete Anchor Strap w/Loop & D-ring Ends
D-Ring
Anchor Webbing
Rebar Loop

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Installation and Use
Prior to installation, plan your system:
1. Ensure all PFAS equipment is selected and deemed compatible with Concrete Anchor Strap by a Competent
Person.
2. Select installation location for Concrete Anchor Strap. Selected installation location MUST be structural rebar
deemed compatible by a Competent Person, and must be capable of withstanding minimum application loads
as specified by this instruction manual.
3. Make considerations for eliminating or minimizing swing fall hazards.
Installation:
1. Install by sliding Rebar Loop end over embedded structural rebar, OR by wrapping Concrete Anchor Strap
around structural rebar and pulling D-ring through Rebar Loop.
2. Position Concrete Anchor Strap between forms before pouring concrete.
3. Concrete must be fully cured prior to use.
4. Attach complete and compatible PFAS to Concrete Anchor Strap D-ring.
5. If exposed to forces of Fall Arrest, if no longer in use, or if past product lifetime, IMMEDIATELY remove
Concrete Anchor Strap by cutting it off at concrete seam.
Concrete MUST be cured before use.
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WARNING

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Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage
If Concrete Anchor Strap fails inspection in any way, immediately remove it from service, and contact Guardian
to inquire about its return or repair.
Cleaning after use is important for maintaining the safety and longevity of Concrete Anchor Strap. Remove all
dirt, corrosives, and contaminants from Concrete Anchor Strap before and after each use. If Concrete Anchor
Strap cannot be cleaned with plain water, use mild soap and water, then rinse and wipe dry. NEVER clean
Concrete Anchor Strap with corrosive substances.
When not in use, store equipment where it will not be affected by heat, light, excessive moisture, chemicals,
or other degrading elements.
Prior to EACH use, inspect Concrete Anchor Strap for deficiencies, including, but not limited to, corrosion,
deformation, pits, burrs, rough surfaces, sharp edges, cracking, rust, paint buildup, excessive heating,
alteration, and missing or illegible labels. IMMEDIATELY remove Concrete Anchor Strap from service if defects
or damage are found, or if exposed to forces of fall arrest.
Ensure that applicable work area is free of all damage, including, but not limited to, debris, rot, rust, decay,
cracking, and hazardous materials. Ensure that selected work area will support the application-specific
minimum loads set forth in this instruction manual. Work area MUST be stable.
At least every 6 months, a Competent Person other than the user must inspect Concrete Anchor Strap.
Competent Person inspections MUST be recorded in inspection log in instruction manual and on
equipment inspection grid label. The Competent Person must sign their initials in the box
corresponding to the month and year the inspection took place.
During inspection, consider all applications and hazards Concrete Anchor Strap have been subjected to.
Inspection
Inspection Log
If equipment fails inspection IMMEDIATELY REMOVE FROM SERVICE.
Date of First Use: __________________.
Product lifetime is indefinite as long as it passes pre-use and Competent Person inspections. User must
inspect prior to EACH use. Competent Person other than user must complete formal inspection at least
every 6 months. Competent Person to inspect and initial.
This inspection log must be specific to one Concrete Anchor Strap. Separate inspection logs must be
used for each Concrete Anchor Strap. All inspection records must be made visible and available to all
users at all times.

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Safety Information
Failure to understand and comply with safety regulations may result in
serious injury or death. Regulations included herein are not all-inclusive,
are for reference only, and are not intended to replace a Competent
Person’s judgment or knowledge of federal or state standards.
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WARNING
Do not alter equipment. Do not misuse equipment.
Workplace conditions, including, but not limited to, flame, corrosive chemicals, electrical shock, sharp objects,
machinery, abrasive substances, weather conditions, and uneven surfaces, must be assessed by a Competent
Person before fall protection equipment is selected.
The analysis of the workplace must anticipate where workers will be performing their duties, the routes they
will take to reach their work, and the potential and existing fall hazards they may be exposed to. Fall
protection equipment must be chosen by a Competent Person. Selections must account for all potential
hazardous workplace conditions. All fall protection equipment should be purchased new and in an unused
condition.
Fall protection systems must be selected and installed under the supervision of a Competent Person, and used
in a compliant manner. Fall protection systems must be designed in a manner compliant with all federal, state,
and safety regulations. Forces applied to anchors must be calculated by a Competent Person.
Unless explicitly stated otherwise, the maximum allowable free fall distance for lanyards must not exceed 6’.
No free fall allowed for non-LE SRLs. Class A SRLs must arrest falls within 24”; Class B SRLs must arrest falls
within 54”.
Harnesses and connectors selected must be compliant with manufacturer’s instructions, and must be of
compatible size and configuration. Snap hooks, carabiners, and other connectors must be selected and applied
in a compatible fashion. All risk of disengagement must be eliminated. All snap hooks and carabiners must be
self-locking and self-closing, and must never be connected to each other.
A pre-planned rescue procedure in the case of a fall is required. The rescue plan must be project-specific. The
rescue plan must allow for employees to rescue themselves, or provide an alternative means for their prompt
rescue. Store rescue equipment in an easily accessible and clearly marked area.
Training of Authorized Persons to correctly erect, disassemble, inspect, maintain, store, and use equipment
must be provided by a Competent Person. Training must include the ability to recognize fall hazards, minimize
the likelihood of fall hazards, and the correct use of personal fall arrest systems.
NEVER use fall protection equipment of any kind to hang, lift, support, or hoist tools or equipment, unless
explicitly certified for such use.
Equipment subjected to forces of fall arrest must immediately be removed from use.
Age, fitness, and health conditions can seriously affect the worker should a fall occur. Consult a doctor if there
is any reason to doubt a user’s ability to withstand and safely absorb fall arrest forces or perform set-up of
equipment. Pregnant women and minors must not use this equipment.
Physical harm may still occur even if fall safety equipment functions correctly. Sustained post-fall suspension
may result in serious injury or death. Use trauma relief straps to reduce the effects of suspension trauma.

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Labels
User must inspect prior to
EACH use. Competent Person
must complete formal
inspection every 6 months.
Competent Person to
inspect and initial.
Product lifetime is
five years, as long as
equipment passes pre-use
and Competent Person
inspections. IMMEDIATELY
remove from service upon
expiration of product
lifetime, or if product
is no longer in use.
INSPECTION
GRID
If equipment
fails inspection,
IMMEDIATELY REMOVE
FROM SERVICE
DO NOT
REMOVE LABEL
Date of First Use:
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Part #:
Materials:
Polyester and Steel
Concrete
Anchor Strap
Prior to use, read and
understand all
instructions provided
by manufacturer at
time of shipment.
Compliant with OSHA
1910, OSHA 1926
Subpart M, ANSI
Z359.1-07, and ANSI
A10.32-12 regulations.
Capacity range
(including all
equipment):
130-420 lbs.
MAXIMUM 1
connection per anchor.
Avoid contact with
hazards, including, but
not limited to, heat,
chemicals, electricity,
and sharp or abrasive
edges and surfaces.
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WARNING
PFAS equipment must
be selected and deemed
compatible with
Concrete Anchor Strap
by a Competent Person.
Only make compatible
connections. Refer to
instructions for proper
connection methods.
Date of Manufacture:
Length:
Concrete MUST be
cured prior to use.
90082 (Rev. D)
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