Guardian Fall Protection Beamer 2000 User manual

Product Name: Beamer 2000
Instruction Manual
Part #: 00101; 00103
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 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 Beamer 2000. 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 Beamer 2000, and all fall safety equipment used in
combination with the Beamer 2000.
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 Z359.18-2017, and ANSI A10.32-2012 standards for fall protection. This product
has been tested in compliance with the requirements of ANSI/ASSE Z359.7. Testing only covers hardware and
does not extend to the anchorage or substrate to which this product is attached. 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
!
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: Beamer 2000 may be used to support a MAXIMUM 1 personal fall arrest
system (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.
Restraint: Beamer 2000 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.
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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.
Limitations
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 2’
safety factor, deceleration distance, user
height, length of lanyard/SRL, harness
stretch 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.
Rescue/Confined Space: Beamer 2000 may be used in Rescue/Confined Space applications.
Rescue systems function to safely recover a worker from a confined location or after exposed to a
fall. There are various configurations of Rescue systems depending on the type of rescue.
Structure must withstand loads applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least
3,000 lbs. No free fall is permitted. Applicable D-rings: Dorsal, Chest, Shoulder.
Fall clearance calculation shown based on standing
worker falling directly in-line with anchor point.
Always consider potential swing fall and other
hazards when calculating fall clearance.
*Eliminate Swing Fall whenever
possible! If Swing Fall exists,
always account for additional
fall clearance.
1.5’
2’
12’
5’
Anchor Point
at Foot Level
12’ Free Fall
Lanyard
Anchor Point
Level w/Dorsal D-ring
6’ Free Fall
Lanyard
2’

Components and Specifications
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Type A anchorage connector.
Minimum permitted service temperature: -30° F.
5,000 lb. MBS (minimum breaking strength).
Materials:
High Strength Bar: Aluminum.
Clamp (Adjustable and Fixed):
Bronze manganese, or
zinc-plated steel.
D-ring: Zinc-plated steel.
Internal Springs: Stainless steel.
Compatibility: When making connections with Beamer 2000, 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 Beamer 2000 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:
Connector
closed and
locked to
D-ring. OK.
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
to integral
lanyard.
NO.
Connector
directly to
webbing.
NO.
Application
that places
load on gate.
NO.
Incompatible
or irregular
application,
which may
increase risk
of roll-out. NO.
Fixed
Clamp
Adjustable
Clamp
High
Strength Bar
D-ring
Beamer
Labels
Engravings

Installation and Use
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Compatible beam flange thickness: .5” - 1.25”.
Part # 00101 fits flange widths from 3.5” to 14”.
Part # 00103 fits flange widths from 6” to 16”.
Prior to installation, plan your system:
1. Beamer 2000 is an adjustable anchorage connector, and is designed for use both overhead and at foot
level. If used below the harness dorsal D-ring in Fall Arrest applications, ALWAYS account for increase in
required fall clearance, and ALWAYS use PFAS equipment explicitly certified for extended free fall up to 12’.
2. Ensure that all PFAS equipment to be used in combination with Beamer Anchors is selected and deemed
compatible by a Competent Person. Make considerations for eliminating or minimizing swing fall hazards.
3. Ensure selected “I” or ”H” structural beam is capable of supporting minimum load of 5,000 lbs., is
compatible with applicable Beamer Anchor, and adheres to the flange thickness and width requirements
specified by this manual. For installation onto horizontal beams only. Never install on vertical beams. If
unable to determine suitable installation location, consult jobsite Competent Person. The Beamer 2000 is rated
for loading in any direction provided it is installed as prescribed.
4. Beamer Anchors MUST NOT be used as permanent anchorage connectors, or as components of a horizontal
lifeline system. Do not use Beamer Anchors for rigging or suspension work.
Installation:
1. Hook Fixed Clamp over selected beam flange. Aluminum Bar MUST be positioned parallel with end of beam.
2. Compress lever on Adjustable Clamp and position Adjustable Clamp as tightly as possible against opposite
side of beam flange. Beamer Anchor MUST be snug against beam flange and no possibility may exist for
Beamer Anchor to detach from beam flange.
3. Release Adjustable Clamp lever and ensure it is fully locked onto High Strength Bar.
Clamp throat flush
with beam flange
Fixed Clamp
hooked over beam
Aluminum Bar
parallel with
end of beam
Adjustable Clamp positioned
at tightest possible notch
on High Strength Bar.
4. Attach complete and compatible PFAS to Beamer Anchor D-ring. Maximum 1 connection per Beamer Anchor.
Extended free fall connecting device must be used if Beamer Anchor is located below harness dorsal D-ring.
!
WARNING
Images shown are for example only. Beamer Anchor MUST be installed
so no risk exists for it to come off end of beam. Beam shown IS NOT
acceptable for Beamer Anchor installation. Beam MUST possess physical
barrier that will function to eliminate all risk of disengagement.