P+P RescueRiggaMK2 User manual

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P+P RescueRiggaMK2 Kit
User Instructions
Thank you for purchasing this
P+P RescueRiggaMK2 Kit.
Please take time to familiarize yourself with the correct use and operation.
It is imperative that this kit is only used for its intended purpose and that it is subject to a periodic recorded detailed inspection by a competent person.
To avoid personal injury, prior to using this
P+P RescueRiggaMK2 Kit
or training others to use it, CAREFULLY READ and understand these instructions.
If there is anything you do not understand DO NOT use the
P+P RescueRiggaMK2 Kit
, contact the supplier or
P+P
for further details.
Certain information in this manual is governed by law and is subject to change without prior notice. Great care has been taken to ensure that the
information is correct at the time of publication. However, it is the user’s sole responsibility to ensure that they fully comply with all legal requirements.
P+P
will not accept liability for any inaccuracy or incorrectly stated legal requirements.
P+P
operate a policy of continual improvement and reserve the right to change specifications without notice. The Manufacturer and / or their recognised
agents, directors, employees or insurers will not be held liable for consequential or other damages, losses or expenses in the connection with or by reason
of or the inability to use the
P+P RescueRiggaMK2 Kit
for any other purpose.
Description
The
P+P
RescueRiggaMK2
Kit
is a pre-rigged rescue kit developed for
remote capture & retrieval of a suspended casualty. In most cases a
suspended casualty can be rescued without the need to climb.
The effective rope working length is not affected by the pulley system
and a 50 metre standard system gives an operational recovery length of
approximately 50 metres.
The
RescueRiggaMK2
Kit
comes complete with a 3.5m Remote capture
Pole &
P+P
Super Clip. This effective ‘Z’ rig system incorporates a ‘Lory’
Descender. 2 single pulleys are mounted on a ‘Paw plate’, with Jammers
fitted to the rope to assist in lift recovery. The innovative 9:1 pulley
system allows the casualty to be either raised or lowered to a safe
position.
Function
The
P+P RescueRiggaMK2 Kit
must be used with a full body harness to
EN361 to provide a rescue recovery system.
P+P
recommend that users are trained in the proper use and
practical/physical limitations of this system. Equipment specifiers / users
must ensure this system is used with compatible ropes and connectors.
Failure to ensure compatibility may result in an unsafe condition or even
connector/link failure.
Warning
All work at height including the use of Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE) as a control measure is subject to a suitable and
sufficient risk assessment.
Product Conformance
Standard(s)
EN341 Descender device
EN1891 Low Stretch Kernmantle
Max. working load in rescue
150Kg
Standard rope length*
50m
*
Custom rope lengths are available upon request
Using the System
The
RescueRiggaMK2
kit is for personal use only. Only use EN362
connectors & EN1891 11mm low stretch kernmantle approved by
P+P
.
Warning
Selection of a suitable anchorage point is critical and must in all cases be
above the casualty and capable of taking a peak force of 12kN. This is
usually a structural strong point or anchorage to BSEN 795.
Instructions for use
•Safely access the casualty, ensuring that the rescuer is attached
to the structure at all times or is suitably protected from a fall.
•Position rescue bag onto structure & lift out rescue system.
•Select suitable anchorage for the
RescueRiggaMK2
system.
•Attach the
RescueRiggaMK2
anchorage using the
P+P
sling &
Kwiklock karabiner ensuring the karabiner gate is closed.
•Extend the remote capture pole & attach the ‘pre-armed’
P+P
Super Clip to the end. Ensure the karabiner gate is fully open
in the Super Clip.
•Using the extended pole with attached clip carefully hook the
open gate of the karabiner over the casualty’s harness D ring.
Ensure you hook the harness D ring & not the arresting device
connector
•A sharp tug on the remote capture pole will leave the rescue
rope & hook attached to the casualty’s harness D ring.
•The Rescue Rigga is pre-rigged to raise the casualty by pulling
down on the free end of the rope using a Hand Jammer
(optional Extra) the rope will feed through the ‘Z’ rig for
approximately 1 m.
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Instructions for use – continued
The Basic Jammer can then be reset by sliding it back down the
rope away from the top of the Paw plate. The lift operation can
then continue.
This operation can be used to lift the casualty enough to
release the fall arrest lanyards & then lower, or to raise the
casualty to a safe location.
•If a lower operation is required, then the 2 pulleys should be
disconnected from their anchor point on the system & a
control lower of the casualty can be carried out using the
‘Lory’ descender & additional friction brake if required.
Do Not
•Do not use this system until you have read and fully understood
these instructions.
•Do not anchor to a structure that itself can fall i.e. loose or
unsecure structure.
•Do not loop the rope over a structure with a sharp edge. Ensure
edge radius is greater than 5mm.
•Do not allow the rope to become slack – adjust the ‘Lory’
descender to immediately take up any rope.
Do
•Do check the ‘Lory’ descender for correct operation – before
using.
•Do check all connectors are correctly attached and their
respective gates properly closed.
•Do check the rope is always kept taut and never allowed to
become slack.
It is strongly recommended the user is trained in its proper use and
practical/physical limitations.
Inspection
This kit comes in a sealed plastic outer bag. Providing this bag remains
intact
P+P
recommend a 6 monthly visual inspection and a 12 monthly
thorough examination.
Warning – If the
RescueRiggaMK2 kit
is used, it should be taken out of
service and returned to
P+P
Ltd for a thorough examination.
Keep these instructions or a copy with the
P+P RiggaRescue Kit
for future reference to assist with inspections and safety checks.
•The equipment is subjected to a thorough visual and tactile
inspection after manufacture and before packaging. It is then
sealed into the rescue bag.
•Upon delivery to site ensure that the seal is intact. This initial
inspection must be recorded.
•
P+P
recommend that at the start of every working day the
equipment is checked to ensure that the seal is still intact and
that the rescue bag is not damaged or contaminated.
•
P+P
also recommend that a recorded inspection of the seal
and integrity of the rescue bag is carried out at least every 6
months. This recorded inspection should be carried out by an
authorised competent person.
•After use the equipment should be removed from service until
it has been subjected to a thorough examination by
P+P
. The
kit will then be re-sealed as when new.
•The 12 month thorough examination can be performed by
P+P
.
Cleaning, Maintenance and Storage
Use hand hot water and mild detergent to wipe down the plastic bag if
required.
There is no user maintenance other than a visual inspection and cleaning.
Storage
•In a cool and dry environment,
•With no direct heat or sunlight,
•Under no strain or pressure,
•Not subjected to undue dust or contaminates,
•Away from harmful chemicals or substances, Dry, In an
appropriate bag, box or cabinet.
Modifications and
Repairs
No repairs, modifications or alterations are to be carried out on this
P+P RescueRiggaMK2
Marking of PPE
Textile products including webbing and rope
must
not
be marked using
ink or paint. Marker pens and paint will contaminate textile fibres leading
to potential damage from material stiffening or even chemical attack.
Plastic or Metal casings of components
must not
be marked by
stamping, etching or engraving. These processes may weaken the
material or damage protective coatings.
P+P
advise that if additional identification is required a tagging system
(label or electronic) should be used that does not interfere in any way
with the operation of equipment or devices. Contact
P+P
or your
supplier for advice on additional labelling.
Service Life
Textile materials including ropes have a service life of 5 years. See
following obsolescence statement.
Warning
This
P+P RescueRiggaMK2 Kit
must be used by persons who are
medically fit to do so. If you have any medical condition, are recovering
from any medical condition or suffer from any physical or mental
disability you must seek professional medical advice before using this
rescue system.
Obsolescence
A new item of textile Fall Protection Equipment manufactured by
Pammenter & Petrie Limited may be stored for a maximum of 2 years
and will still give the potential 5 year working life provided it remains in
the original manufacturer's packaging. Once the product is taken from
this original packaging for the first time, this date becomes the ‘date of
first use’, which should be recorded on the Inspection Record and the 5
year working life begins.
P+P Limited, 131 New John Street, Aston, Birmingham B6 4LD England
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail] website: www.ppsafety.co.uk
Registered in England No. 01493537