Guardian Halo Big Block SRL User manual

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 4
Inspection 5
Installation and Use 4
Inspection Log 5
Labels 7
Product Name: Halo Big Block SRL
Instruction Manual
Part #: 10917CSA; 10918CSA
Do not throw away these instructions!
Read and understand these instructions before using equipment!
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Guardian Fall Protection Halo Series SRL. 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 Halo Series SRL, and all fall safety equipment used in
combination with the Halo Series SRL.
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 Z359.14-2014, 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
Restraint: Halo Series SRLs 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.
Personal Fall Arrest: Halo Series SRLs may be used in Personal Fall Arrest applications as a
component of 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. No free fall is permitted.
SRL must always be positioned at or above harness dorsal D-ring AND at or below anchor point.
Applicable D-ring: Dorsal.
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.
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.
2’
Permitted weight capacity varies based on regulation. For all applications, worker weight capacity
range (including all clothing, tools, and equipment) is as follows:
• OSHA: 100-310 lbs. • CSA: 100-310 lbs.• ANSI: 130-310 lbs.

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Components and Specifications
Made from aluminum, galvanized steel, stainless steel, and zinc-plated steel components.
Part # Length Description
10917CSA
10918CSA
50’
65’
3/16” Galvanized Cable w/Carabiner, Swivel Top, & Snap Hook
3/16” Galvanized Cable w/Carabiner, Swivel Top, & Snap Hook
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Connector
Housing
Lifeline
Carabiner
Connection
Point
Compatibility: When making connections with Halo Series SRL, 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 Halo Series SRL 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:
Max. arresting distance: 54”
Min. fall clearance: 9’
Class B SRL
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.

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Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage
Repairs to Halo Series SRL can only be made by a Guardian Fall Protection representative or an entity
authorized by Guardian. Contact Guardian for all maintenance and repair needs at: 1-800-466-6385. If Halo
Series SRL 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 Halo Series SRL. Remove all dirt,
corrosives, and contaminants from Halo Series SRL before and after each use. If Halo Series SRL cannot be
cleaned with plain water, use mild soap and water, then rinse and wipe dry. NEVER clean Halo Series SRL
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.
Installation and Use
Guardian Fall Protection Halo Series SRLs MUST NEVER be used in Leading Edge (LE) applications.
No free fall is allowed.
ALWAYS avoid lifeline contact with sharp or abrasive edges and surfaces.
1. All components of the personal fall arrest system must be selected and deemed compatible with applicable
SRL by a Competent Person.
2. Ensure structure to which SRL is to be attached, and on which work is to be performed, is free of all hazards,
including, but not limited to, debris, rot, rust, sharp or abrasive edges and surfaces, and hazardous materials.
3. Halo Big Block SRL may be used in stationary applications only; attach Halo Big Block SRL carabiner to
selected anchorage connector, and attach snap hook to applicable harness D-ring.
4. Ensure 100% tie-off will be maintained at all times, which may require the use of a back-up or
supplementary fall protection system.
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Inspection
Prior to EACH use, inspect Halo Series SRL for deficiencies, including, but not limited to, corrosion, deformation,
pits, burrs, rough surfaces, sharp edges, cracking, rust, paint buildup, excessive heating, alteration, broken
stitching, fraying, bird-caging, and missing or illegible labels. Inspect full length of lifeline. Pay careful
attention to cable swage (located beneath rubber stopper) and ensure no damage is present at location where
swage contacts lifeline. IMMEDIATELY remove Halo Series SRL from service if defects or damage are found.
Prior to EACH use, check lifeline retraction
by pulling out a minimum 4’ and allowing
it to retract under light tension; lifeline
must retract completely. Pull lifeline
sharply to test braking function; brakes
must engage. Depending on model or
configuration, check shock pack for signs
of deployment, and/or fall arrest indicator
for signs of activation. Indicator will
display red if unsafe for use. See images
on right. Deployed indicator will also
allow swivel eye to lift up and away
from main body of hook as shown.
IMMEDIATELY remove from service if
Halo Series SRL does not function properly,
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.
Every 12 months, a Competent Person other than the user must inspect Halo Series SRL. 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 SRLs have been subjected to.
Not Deployed
(OK for use) Deployed
(REMOVE FROM SERVICE)
Inspection Log
If equipment fails inspection
IMMEDIATELY REMOVE FROM SERVICE.
Date of First Use: __________________.
Product lifetime is indefinite, as long as product
passes all inspection requirements. User must
inspect prior to EACH use. Competent Person other
than user must complete formal inspection at
least every 12 months. Competent Person to
inspect and initial.
This inspection log must be specific to one Halo
Series SRL. Separate inspection logs must be used
for each Halo Series SRL. 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.
!
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’.
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
85398 (Rev. A)
WARNING: Follow all
manufacturer’s
instructions included
at time of shipping.
AVERTISSEMENT :
Suivre toutes les
instructions du
fabricant fournies
avec le produit lors
de sa livraison.
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WARNING: Lifeline
shall not contact
edges or surfaces
during fall arrest.
AVERTISSEMENT : La
ligne de vie ne doit pas
entrer en contact avec
des bord coupant ou
des surfaces lors
d'une chute.
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WARNING: Anchor
above user’s Dorsal
D-Ring.
AVERTISSEMENT :
Ancrer au-dessus de
l’anneau en D dorsal
du harnais de
l’utilisateur.
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WARNING: This device
shall be removed from
service when the
visual load indicator
is deployed.
AVERTISSEMENT : Ce
produit doit être retiré
du service lorsque
l’indicateur de chute
est activé.
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CSA Compliance Information
Lifeline: 50’ Câble, 3/16” width. /
Corde de seécurité: Sangles 50’ (15.2m),
largeur 3/16” (4.8mm).
Class SRL / Classe SRL.
Worker mass range: 100-310 lbs. /
Gamme de masse des travailleurs:
100-310 lbs. (45-140 kg).
For use by 1 worker only. /
Àutiliser par un seul travailleur.
Maximum arrest force: 1,800 lbs. /
Force d’arrestation maximale: 1,800 lbs. (8kN).
Maximum deployment: 54”. /
Déployment maximum: 54” (1.37m).
Maximum free fall: 0’. /
Chute libre maximale: 0’ (0m).
Favg: 900 lbs. (4kN)
D140.
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91173 (Rev. A)
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MADE IN U.S.A.
OSHA 1926 Subpart M, OSHA 1910,
Z359.14-2014, A10.32-2012,
& CSA Z259.2.2-2017
Date of First Use
WARNING: Prior to use, fully read
and understand all manufacturer’s
instructions provided with equipment
at time of shipment.
USE: This device is only for use
by one person as a fall arrester.
Only make connections directly
to attachment point on safety
harness. Guard against
swing-fall by keeping the
lifeline vertically overhead.
Ensure that connection to
anchorage is secured properly
before use. Avoid contact with
sharp or abrasive edges and
surfaces, and thermal, electrical, and
chemical hazards. May be used as a
component of a PFAS in HLL applications.
Design, installation, and utilization of HLLs must be
supervised by a Qualified Person. Unsuitable for
horizontal use. Competent Person must calculate fall
clearance prior to use; refer to instructions for details.
Clearance number specified is based on lifeline installed
vertically overhead and in-line with worker.
INSPECTION: Prior to each use, inspect
device per instructions, including
locking function (sharp pull to test),
retraction function, legibility of
labels, evidence of defects,
damage, or missing parts, and
condition of connectors, housing,
fasteners, and lifeline (inspect
full length). Inspection by
Competent Person required at
least every 12 months.
Immediately remove from
service if impact indicator on
hook displays red.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Capacity range (per regulation):
- OSAH & CSA: 100 - 310 lbs.
- ANSI: 130 - 310 lbs.
Average arresting force: 900 lbs.
Max. arresting distance: 54”
Fall clearance: 9’
Class B SRL
91167 (Rev. A)
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GALVANIZED CABLE
Serial # Mfg. DateLot #

Introducción 8
Estándares de seguridad aplicables 8
Clasificación de los trabajadores 8
Información de seguridad 13
Aplicaciones específicas del producto 9
Limitaciones 9 - 10
Componentes y especificaciones 10
Mantenimiento, limpieza y almacenamiento 11
Inspección 12
Instalación y uso 11
Registro de inspección 12
Etiquetas 14
Nombre del producto: Cuerda SRL Bloque Grande Halo
Manual de instrucciones
Pieza #: 10917CSA; 10918CSA
No se deshaga de estas instrucciones.
Lea y entienda estas instrucciones antes de usar el equipo.
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Introducción
Gracias por comprar una cuerda de salvamento autorretráctil SRL (self-retracting lifeline) de la serie Halo de
Guardian Fall Protection. Este manual se debe leer y entender en su totalidad, y usar como parte del programa de
capacitación del empleado según lo exige OSHA o cualquier dependencia estatal que corresponda.
Estas y otras instrucciones incluidas deben estar a disposición del usuario del equipo. El usuario debe entender
cómo usar de manera segura y funcional la cuerda SRL de la serie Halo, así como todo el equipo de seguridad
contra caídas que se usa en combinación con esta.
Información del usuario
Fecha del primer
# de serie:
Instructor:
Usu-
Estándares de seguridad aplicables
Cuando se usa conforme a las especificaciones de las instrucciones, este producto cumple o supera todos los
estándares OSHA 1926 Subparte M, OSHA 1910, ANSI Z359.14-2014 y ANSI A10.32-2012 aplicables a la
protección contra caídas. Los estándares y reglamentos aplicables dependen del tipo de trabajo que se esté
ejecutando, y podrían incluir también reglamentos estatales específicos. Consulte con los organismos
reguladores para obtener más información sobre los sistemas personales de detención de caídas y los
componentes asociados.
Clasificación de los trabajadores
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CUIDADO
Conozca las siguientes definiciones de quienes trabajan
cerca o pueden estar expuestos a peligros de caída.
Persona calificada: Persona con una certificación acreditada o un título acreditado, y con amplia experiencia o
reputación profesional suficiente, que sea considerada competente en la planificación y revisión de la
conformidad de los sistemas de rescate y protección contra caídas.
Persona competente: Persona con gran capacidad y experiencia que EL EMPLEADOR ASIGNA como
responsable de todos los elementos de un programa de seguridad contra caídas, entre otros, su reglamento,
administración y aplicación. Es una persona experta en identificar los peligros de caída existentes y previsibles,
y con autoridad para suspender el trabajo con objeto de eliminar los peligros.
Persona autorizada: Persona asignada por el empleador para llevar a cabo trabajos o estar presente en
lugares de peligro potencial o existente de caída.
La responsabilidad de una persona calificada o de una persona competente es supervisar el sitio
de trabajo y comprobar que se cumpla con todos los reglamentos de seguridad aplicables.