Guardian Fall Protection 15192 User manual

Product Name: Trench Box Guardrail System
Instruction Manual
Part #: 15192; 15193
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 10
Product Specific Applications 2
Limitations 3-4
Components and Specifications 4
Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage 9
Inspection 9
Installation and Use 5-8
Inspection Log 9
Labels 11

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Guardian Fall
Protection Trench Box Guardrail System.
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 Trench Box
Guardrail System, and all fall safety
equipment used in combination with the
Trench Box Guardrail System.
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 fall protection 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
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WARNING
Use of equipment in unintended applications may result in serious
injury or death. Maximum 1 attachment per connection point.
For all applications: worker weight capacity range
(including all clothing, tools, and equipment) is 130-420 lbs.
Personal Fall Arrest: Trench Box Guardrail Systems may be used in Personal Fall Arrest
applications to support a MAXIMUM 1 Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS). 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. Personal Fall Arrest applications ONLY suitable for connection to
Trench Box Anchor Mast (#15192).
NEVER make connections of any kind to Trench Box
Guardrail System, except to Anchor Mast (#15192).
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WARNING
NEVER lean or climb on guardrail systems.
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WARNING
Fall Prevention: Trench Box Guardrail Systems may be used in Fall Prevention applications. Fall
Prevention Systems are placed around the leading edges of any and all fall hazards to prevent a
worker from going over an edge, and may be used in substitute of Fall Protection or safety
netting systems. Installation requirements for Trench Box Guardrail System set forth in this
manual MUST be adhered to. Personal Fall Arrest, Work Positioning, Climbing, Rescue, and any
other systems must NEVER be connected to Fall Prevention Systems.

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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 Trench Box Guardrail System, 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 Trench Box
Guardrail System 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.
Connector
to integral
lanyard.
NO.
Two or more
snap hooks or
carabiners
connected to
each other. NO.
Two connectors
to same
D-ring. NO.
Connector
directly to
horizontal
lifeline. NO.
Connector
directly to
webbing.
NO.
Incompatible
or irregular
application,
which may
increase risk
of roll-out. NO.

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
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.
PFAS Connection Point
Anchor Mast
Guardrail Post
Installation Location
Adjustment
Clamps
Adjustment Handle
Guardrail Post
Installation Location
Slide Assemblies
Materials: galvanized steel.
#15192: Anchor Mast Assembly #15193: Guardrail Receiver

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Installation and Use
Maximum compatible trench box thickness: 10”.
Prior to use, plan the entire Fall Prevention system:
All leading edges of fall hazards must be blocked, or a supplemental Fall Protection system MUST be used in
combination with, but never connected to, the applicable Fall Prevention system.
1. Selected work area must be free of all hazards, including, but not limited to, debris, rot, decay, cracking,
and hazardous materials. NEVER install Trench Box Guardrail Systems on top of gravel or other loose or slippery
surfaces. Guardrail systems must be installed a MINIMUM 10’ from power lines and all other electrical hazards.
2. All guardrail posts, guardrails, and any other equipment must be selected and deemed compatible by a
Competent Person. All guardrails MUST be compatible 2” x 4“ or 2” x 6“ construction grade lumber, or snap-on
metal rails. All lumber guardrails must overlap by a minimum 12” at each end.
3. Toprails must be 42” (+/- 3”) above the work surface or, if used in stilt work applications, 42” plus height of
stilts.
4. Midrails must be halfway between the top edge of the guardrail system and the working level (not the
toeboard).
5. All intermediary rails (not the top rail or the midrail)
must not allow for gaps greater than 19”.
6. Toeboards are REQUIRED on surfaces with slopes more
than 4/12 (vertical/horizontal), or if a risk exists for tools,
equipment, materials, or other substances to fall down to
a lower level.
7. Toeboards must be a minimum 3½” from their top
edge to the work surface, and must not have greater
than ¼” clearance between their bottom edge and the
work surface. A trench wall may function as a toeboard
if deemed permissible by a Competent Person.
8. Lay out the job by measuring and spacing the
location of Trench Box Guardrail Systems on the work
surface. Failure to properly measure and plan ahead
may result in having to move and reinstall system
components.

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Guardrail Receiver:
1. Place Trench Box Guardrail Receiver over trench box wall with Adjustment Handle facing away from fall
hazard. Adjust Trench Box Guardrail Receiver to fit trench box wall thickness. Slide Assemblies must lie flush
against trench box wall.
Fall Hazard
Adjustment
Handle
2. Tighten Adjustment Handle until hand-tight. Then, tighten Adjustment Handle bolt with 3/4” wrench until
snug.
Adjustment Handle bolt.
3. Repeat steps #1-2 for all planned Trench Box Guardrail Receivers.
Maximum distance between Trench Box Guardrail Receivers and/or Anchor Mast Assemblies is 10’.
4. Install all guardrail posts. Guardrail post rungs must face away from fall hazard.
5. Install all guardrails. All guardrails MUST be compatible 2” x 4“ or 2” x 6“ construction grade lumber, or
snap-on metal rails. All lumber guardrails must overlap by a minimum 12” at each end. If applicable, install
all planned Trench Box Anchor Mast Assemblies prior to installing guardrails.

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Adjustment
Clamps
Fall Hazard
3. Tighten (2) provided assembly bolts with 3/4” wrench until snug.
4. Tighten both Adjustment Clamps until snug. Adjustment Clamps must lie flush against trench box wall.
5. Install Anchor Mast. Insert (2) provided bolts, attach nuts to bolts, and tighten with 3/4” wrench until snug.
Anchor Mast must not move after installation.
Anchor Mast
Bolts
Assembly
Bolts
Anchor Mast Assembly:
1. Adjust Trench Box Anchor Mast Assembly to fit trench box wall thickness.
2. Place Trench Box Anchor Mast Assembly over trench box wall with Adjustment Clamps facing away from
fall hazard.

6. Repeat steps #1-5 for all planned Trench Box Anchor Mast Assemblies.
Maximum distance between Trench Box Anchor Mast Assemblies and/or Guardrail Receivers is 10’.
7. Install all guardrail posts. Guardrail post rungs must
face away from fall hazard.
8. Install all guardrails. All guardrails
MUST be compatible 2” x 4“ or 2” x 6“
construction grade lumber, or snap-on
metal rails. All lumber guardrails must
overlap by a minimum 12” at each end.
If applicable, install all planned Trench
Box Guardrail Receivers prior to
installing guardrails.
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Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage
If Trench Box Guardrail System 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 Trench Box Guardrail System.
Remove all dirt, corrosives, and contaminants from Trench Box Guardrail System before and after each use. If
Trench Box Guardrail System cannot be cleaned with plain water, use mild soap and water, then rinse and
wipe dry. NEVER clean Trench Box Guardrail System 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 Trench Box Guardrail System 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 Trench Box Guardrail System 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 Trench Box Guardrail System.
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 Trench Box Guardrail System has 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 Trench Box Guardrail System. Separate inspection logs must
be used for each Trench Box Guardrail System. 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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WARNING
Trench Box
Guardrail Receiver
Part #: 15193
Compliant with all OSHA 1910 and 1926 Subpart M regulations.
Prior to use, read and understand all instructions
provided at time of shipment from manufacturer.
Adjusts to fit trench walls up to 10” thick.
Date of Manufacture:
Materials:
galvanized steel.
Install guardrail posts with rungs facing AWAY from fall hazard.
NEVER climb or lean on guardrails.
NEVER make any connections to Trench Box Guardrail Receiver.
Guardrails must be 2”x4” or 2“x6” lumber, or compatible
snap-on rails. Lumber guardrails must overlap minimum 12”.
Maximum spacing of Trench Box Guardrail Receivers: 10’.
Ensure toprail is 42” (+/- 3”) above work surface.
90073 (Rev. B)
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DO NOT REMOVE LABELS
If equipment fails inspection
IMMEDIATELY REMOVE FROM SERVICE
User must inspect prior to EACH use. Competent Person must complete
formal inspection every 6 months. Competent Person to inspect and initial.
INSPECTION GRID
Date of First Use: __________________. Product lifetime is 5 years from
Date of First Use or, if not recorded, from Manufacturing Date.
YR J F M A M J J A S O N D
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Capacity range: 130-420 lbs.
(including all equipment).
Trench Box Anchor
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WARNING
Prior to use, read and understand
all instructions provided at time of
shipment from manufacturer.
Part #: 15192
Compliant with all OSHA 1910, OSHA
1926 Subpart M, ANSI Z359.1-2007,
and ANSI A10.32-2012 regulations.
Install guardrail posts with rungs
facing AWAY from fall hazard.
Guardrails must be 2” x 4” or 2“ x 6”
lumber, or compatible snap-on metal
rails. Lumber guardrails must
overlap minimum 12”
Maximum spacing of Trench Box
Anchor assemblies: 10’.
Suitable for Fall Arrest and
Restraint applications.
Structure must withstand
minimum load of 5,000 lbs.
ONLY make connections to Trench Box
Anchor Mast. NEVER connect to
guardrails or any other
component of this system.
All connections must be selected and
deemed compatible with the Trench Box
Anchor System by a Competent Person.
MAXIMUM 1 connection per anchor mast.
Date of Manufacture:
Ensure toprail is 42” (+/- 3”)
above work surface.
Materials: galvanized steel.
NEVER climb or lean on guardrails.
90073 (Rev. B)
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