SafeWaze 020-4020 User manual

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020-4020 / 020-4021
Drop Through Anchor
Instruction Manual
OSHA 1926 Subpart M, OSHA 1910, ANSI Z359.1, and ANSI A10.32
This manual is intended to meet the manufacturer’s instructions as required by
ANSI Z359 and should be used as part of an employee training program as required
by OSHA.
WARNING
This product is part of a personal fall arrest, work positioning, suspension or rescue system. The
manufacturer’s instructions must be provided to users of this equipment. The user must follow the
manufacturer’s instructions for each component of the system. The user must read and understand these
instructions before using this equipment. Manufacturer’s instructions must be followed for proper use
and maintenance of this equipment. Alterations to this product, misuse of this product, or failure to follow
instructions may result in serious injury or death.
IMPORTANT
Questions regarding the use, care, or suitability of this equipment for your application? Contact
SAFEWAZE™.
IMPORTANT
Record identication information before using this product. Identication information may be found on
the equipment label. This information should be recorded in the “Inspection Log” located at the back of
this manual
Do not throw away these instructions!
Read and understand these instructions before using equipment!
User Information
Date of First Use:
Serial#:
Trainer:
User:
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the SAFEWAZE™ 020-4020 / 020-4021 Drop Through Anchor. 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 manual and any other instructional material must
be available to the user of the equipment. The user must understand how to safely and e󰀨ectively use
these anchors, and all fall protection equipment used in conjuction with the anchor.
APPLICABLE SAFETY STANDARDS
When used according to instructions, SafeWaze Drop Through Anchors meets all applicable ANSI
Z359.1 standards and OSHA regulations for fall protection. Applicable standards and regulations depend
on the type of work being done, and may include state-specic regulations. Refer to local, state, and
federal (OSHA) requirements for additional information concerning the governing of occupational safety
regarding Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS).
WORKER CLASSIFICATIONS
Understand the denitions of those who work in proximity of or may be
exposed to fall hazards.
Qualied Person: “Qualied” means one who, by possession of a recognized degree, certicate,
or professional standing, or who by extensive knowledge, training, and experience, has successfully
demonstrated his ability to solve or resolve problems relating to the subject matter, the work, or the
project.
Competent Person: “Competent person” means one who is capable of identifying existing and predict-
able hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to
employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them.
Authorized Person: “Authorized person” means a person approved or assigned by the employer to
perform a specic type of duty or duties or to be at a specic location or locations at the job site.
It is the responsibility of a Qualied or Competent person to supervise the job site and
ensure safety regulations are complied with.
PRODUCT SPECIFIC APPLICATIONS
Purpose: SafeWaze Drop Through Anchors are designed to be used as part of a Personal Fall Arrest
System (PFAS).
- A competent person shall train users on this equipment in accordance with OSHA
and ANSI.
- Never exceed a free fall distance of 6 ft. A free fall of more than 6 ft could cause
excessive arrest forces that could result in serious injury or death.
- SafeWaze Drop Through Anchors have a maximum capacity of 310 lbs
including any tools, clothing, accessories, etc..., unless otherwise rated by
Safewaze.
- Structures for attachment of Safewaze Drop Through Anchors shall support a
minimum 5,000 lbs or be designed with a safety factor of two by a Qualied Person.
- All Safewaze anchors must IMMEDIATELY be removed from service if subjected
to fall arrest forces.
- Safewaze anchors shall be inspected by the end user prior to each usage and
by a Competent Person other than the user every 6 months. These inspections shall
be documented.
Lanyard Length
(6’ Total)
Deceleration
distance (3.5’ total)
Height of harness dorsal
D-ring from
worker’s feet
(6’ total)
Safety factor
(2’ total)
Required
distance
from
Anchorage
(17.5’ total)
Fall Clearance: There must be su󰀩cient 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, and all other
applicable factors. (See Figure 1)
LIMITATIONS
Fall Clearance Diagram
***Diagram shown is an example
fall clearance calculation ONLY.
For all applications: worker weight capacity range
(including all clothing, tools, and equipment) is 130-310 lbs
FIGURE 1
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 signicantly increase
the likelihood of serious injury or death in the even of a fall. (See Figure 2)
FALLSAFE USA
COMPATIBILITY OF CONNECTORS
Connectors are compatible with connecting elements when they have been designed to work together
in such a way that their sizes and shapes do not cause their gate mechanisms to inadvertently open
regardless of how they become oriented. Connectors (hooks, carabiners, and D-rings) must be
capable of supporting at least 5,000 lbs. (22.2 kN). Connectors must be compatible with the anchorage
or other system components (see Figure 4). Do not use equipment that is not compatible.
Non-compatible connectors may unintentionally disengage (see Figure 3). Connectors must be
compatible in size, shape, and strength. Self-locking snap hooks and carabiners are required by ANSI
Z359 and OSHA guidelines. Contact SAFEWAZE™ if you have any questions about compatibility.
FIGURE 3 - UNINTENTIONAL DISENGAGEMENT
3 - Gate opens
2 - Gate presses
against
non-compliant
part
4 - And parts
disengage.
1 - Non Compliant Part
NOTE: SOME SPECIALITY CONNECTORS HAVE ADDITIONAL
REQUIREMENTS. CONTACT SAFEWAZE™ WITH QUESTIONS.
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 4 - INAPPROPRIATE CONNECTIONS
MAKING CONNECTIONS
Snap hooks and carabiners used with this equipment must be double locking and/or twist lock. Ensure
all connections are compatible in size, shape and strength. Do not use equipment that is not compatible.
Ensure all connectors are fully closed and locked.
SAFEWAZE™ connectors (snap hooks and carabiners) are designed to be used only as specied
in each product’s user’s instructions. See gure 4 for examples of inappropriate connections. Do not
connect snap hooks and carabiners:
• To a D-ring to which another connector is attached.
• In a manner that would result in a load on the gate (with the exception of tie back hooks). NOTE:
Large snap hooks must not be connected to objects which will result in a load on the gate if the hook
twists or rotates. Snap hooks marked with ANSI Z359.12 and are equipped with a 3,600 lb (16 kN)
gate. Check the marking on your snap hook to verify its compatibility.
NOTE: Large throat snap hooks must not be connected to standard size D-rings or similar
objects which will result in a load on the gate if the hook or D-ring twists or rotates, unless
the snap hook complies with ANSI Z359.1-2007 or ANSI Z359.12 and is equipped with a
3,600 lb (16 kN) gate. Check the marking on your snap hook to verify that it is appropriate
for your application.
• In a false engagement, where features that protrude from the snap hook or carabiner catch on the
anchor, and without visual conrmation seems to be fully engaged to the anchor point.
• To each other.
• By wrapping the web lifeline around an anchor and securing to lifeline except as allowed for Tie Back
models.
• To any object which is shaped or sized in a way that the snap hook or carabiner will not close and
lock, or that roll-out could occur.
• In a manner that does not allow the connector to align properly while under load.
Using a connector that is undersized or irregular in shape (1) to connect a snap hook or carabiner could
allow the connector to force open the gate of the snap hook or carabiner. When force is applied, the gate
of the hook or carabiner presses against the non-compliant part (2) and forces open the gate (3). This
allows the snap hook or carabiner to disengage (4) from the connection point.
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SPECIFIC ANCHOR APPLICATIONS
Personal Fall Arrest: SafeWaze Drop Through Anchors are designed as
an anchor point to support a maximum of 1 Personal Fall Arrest System
(PFAS) when utilized for fall protection applications. The structure to
which the anchor is attached must withstand loads applied in the
directions permitted by the system of at least 5,000 lbs. Maximum
allowable free fall is 6’.
Restraint: SafeWaze Drop Through Anchors are authorized for use in
Restraint applications. The structure to which the anchor is attached 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). For
Restraint applications, the allowable attachment points to harness are
Dorsal D-ring, Chest D-ring, Side D-rings, and Shoulder D-rings.
Work Positioning: SafeWaze Drop Through Anchors are authorized for
use in Work Positioning applications. Work Positioning allows a worker
to be supported during suspension while freeing both hands to conduct
work operations. The structure to which the Anchor is attached must
withstand loads applied in the directions permitted by the system of at
least 3,000 lbs. Maximum allowable free fall is 2’. For positioning
applications, the allowable attachment points to harness are the Side
D-rings.
Rescue/Conned Space: SafeWaze Drop Through Anchors are
authorized for use in Rescue/Conned Space applications. Rescue
systems are utilized to safely recover a worker from a conned location or
after exposure to a fall. Composition of rescue systems can vary based
upon the type of rescue involved. The structure to which the Anchor is
attached must withstand loads applied in the directions permitted by the
system of at least 3,000 lbs. NO free fall is permitted. For rescue
applications, the allowable attachment points to harness are Dorsal
D-ring, Chest D-ring and Shoulder D-rings.
All above referenced applications have a worker weight capacity range of 310 lbs
(including all clothing, tools, and equipment).
Drop Through Anchor
Complies with OSHA1910.66, OSHA 1926.502, ANSI Z359.1-2007
020-4020 (2’/ .61m)
020-4021 (8.5’ / 2.6m)
Donot use in wet or uncured
concrete. Use in normal weight
concretewith a compression
strengthof at least 3,000 PSI
(20.7MPa). UseONLYon
concretedecks with a minumum of
4”thickness. Thisanchor is to be
usedin an overhead application
ONLY.
Allpersons using this equipment
mustread, understand, and follow
allinstructions. Failureto do so
mayresult in serious injury or
death.
Useonly compatible connectors. Avoidall physical hazards including thermal, electrical
andchemical sources. Inspectbefore each use. Inaddtion,a competent
personmust inspect this equipment at least annually.
DO NOT TOUCH FALL
PROTECTION
ANCHOR WHEN IN
USE!
Materials:Coated Steel,
StainlessSteel, Galvanized
AircraftCable
020027
Min.Hole Diameter for Installation: 1-3/4” (4.445 cm)
Max.Hole Diameter for Installation: 6” (15.24 cm)

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HOLE SIZE
1-3/4” to 6” Ø
(A) MinDist. from anyedg
e
(B)
Min.
Thickness
Hole Requirement Specifications
Substrate Material (B) Min. Thickness in inches
(A) Min. Dist. in inches from edge/corner
Concrete
Concrete
Metal Grate
Steel
Steel
Corrugated Metal
12” (30.5 cm)
4” (10 cm)
4” (10 cm)
.25” (.635 cm)
Metal Grate
Corrugated Metal
8” (20.32 cm)
24” (60.96 cm)
2.0” (5.08 cm)
.396” (1.00 cm)**
HOLE SIZE
1-3/4” to 6” Ø
(A) MinDist. from anyedg
e
(B)
Min.
Thickness
HOLE SIZE
1-3/4” to 6” Ø
(
A)
Min
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HOLE SIZE
1-3/4” to 6” Ø
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** .396” (1.00 cm) minimum thickness based on use of wood
bracing as indicated
Drop Through Anchor
Complies with OSHA 1910.66, OSHA1926.502, ANSI Z359.1-2007
020-4020 (2’ / .61m)
020-4021 (8.5’ / 2.6m)
Do not use in wet or uncured
concrete. Usein normal weight
concrete with a compression
strength of at least 3,000 PSI
(20.7 MPa). UseONLYon
concrete decks with a minumum of
4” thickness. This anchor is to be
used in an overhead application
ONLY.
All persons using this equipment
must read, understand, and follow
all instructions. Failure to do so
may result in serious injury or
death.
Use only compatible connectors. Avoid all physical hazards including thermal, electrical
and chemical sources. Inspect before each use. In addtion, a competent
person must inspect this equipment at least annually.
DO NOT TOUCH FALL
PROTECTION
ANCHOR WHEN IN
USE!
Materials: Coated Steel,
Stainless Steel, Galvanized
Aircraft Cable
020027
Min.Hole Diameter for Installation: 1-3/4” (4.445 cm)
Max.Hole Diameter for Installation: 6” (15.24 cm)
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION AND USE EXAMPLE
DROP THROUGH ANCHOR COMPONENTS WARNING
• Users should consult with their doctor to verify ability to safely absorb the forces of a fall arrest event.
Fitness level, age, and other health conditions can greatly a󰀨ect an individuals ability to withstand fall
arrest forces. Women who are pregnant, individuals considered minors must not use any SafeWaze
equipment.
• Never alter any part of a lanyard or add/remove components. SafeWaze shall not be held
responsible for injury or death due to tampering.
• Anchors that are exposed to fall arrest forces MUST be IMMEDIATELY removed from service and
destroyed.
• Failure to follow these instructions and warnings could result in serious injury or death in the event
of a fall.
• A preplanned rescue procedure in the event of a fall is required. The rescue plan must be specic to
the project. The rescue plan must allow for employees to rescue themselves, or to be promptly rescued
by alternative means.
• Harnesses or connectors selected for use with any SafeWaze anchor must be compatible in size and
conguration. User must ensure compatibility of snap hooks, carabiners and other connectors. Any
connection which could allow disengagement must be eliminated. Snap hooks and carabiners must be
self locking and self closing and must never be hooked to each other.
• A Competent Person must conduct an analysis of the workplace and anticipate where workers will be
conducting their duties, the route they will take to reach their work, and the existing and potential fall
hazards they may be exposed to. The Competent Person must choose the fall protection equipment
to be utilized.
• Do not misuse equipment.
• Equipment designated for fall protection must never be used to lift, hang, support or hoist tools or
equipment unless specically certied for such use.
• SafeWaze Anchors shall be inspected prior to each use by the user and at least every 6 months by
a Competent Person. Annual inspections shall be documented. Severity of conditions during use may
necessitate increased frequency of documented inspections.
• Anchors that fail inspection MUST be removed from service.
• Prior to each use, inspect the anchor for deciencies or damage, including, but not limited to, sharp
edges, rough edges, deformations, corrosion, pits, burrs, chemical exposure, extreme heat exposure,
kinked, bird nested, or otherwise damaged cable, and damaged, missing or illegible labels. If any
deciencies or defects are found, the anchor must IMMEDIATELY be removed from service.
• The anchor must be inspected at least every 6 months by a Competent Person other than the user.
Competent person inspections must be recorded in the inspection log included in this manual and on the
inspection grid label on the anchor.
INSPECTION
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
WARRANTY
The Drop Through Anchor can be cleaned with water and mild soap if necessary. User should remove
all dirt, possible corrosives, and contaminants from the anchor prior to, and after each use. Never use
any type of corrosive substance to clean the anchor.
Excess water should be blown out with compressed air. Hardware can be wiped o󰀨 with a clean, dry
cloth.
When not in use, store the anchor in a cool dry area where it will not be exposed to extreme light,
extreme heat, excessive moisture, or possibly corrosive chemicals or materials.
SafeWaze warrants its products are free from defects in materials and construction under normal use
and service. Liability is not accepted for abuse, modication, improper use, destructive activity and
contaminated exposure.
INSPECTION LOG
Date Inspection Items
Noted
Corrective Action Initials
LABELS
1. Under guidance of a Competent or Qualied Person, a suitable anchor point must be chosen that
meets the strength requirement, minimizes free fall, and reduces swing fall hazards. SafeWaze Drop
Through Anchors are only authorized for use on a Horizontal surface above the user’s location.
2. SafeWaze Drop Through Anchors can be installed on any structure that meets the strength
requirements as dened in the SPECIFIC ANCHOR APPLICATIONS section of this manual for Personal
Fall Arrest.
3. To install a Safewaze Drop Through Anchor, the user must create, or use an existing through hole in
either concrete, steel, or metal grating that meets the specications indicated below (See Figure 6).
4. Once the appropriate sized through hole is created or located (See Dwg. 1-4), install the Drop
Through Anchor by placing the cable through the hole from the top side (See Dwg. 5).
5. After lowering the cable assembly of the Drop Through Anchor through the hole, ensure that the plate
sits ush on the mounting surface (See Dwg. 6)
6. After installation, the user can safely hook to the PFAS Connection Point, utilizing a connecting device
attached to the Dorsal D-ring of a Full Body Harness (See Dwg. 7)
7. SafeWaze Drop Through Anchors are designed as a fall arrest anchorage for a single user with a
maximum weight capacity of 310 lbs. including tools and equipment.
FIGURE 5 - ANCHOR COMPONENTS
FIGURE 6 - INSTALLATION
B
C
D
E
F
A
Cable to Plate Connection Hardware
B
C
D
E
F
Anchor Plate
Wire Rope
Swivel Connection
Abrasion Sleeve
PFAS Attachment Point
Drop Through Anchor Components
A
Dwg. 1 Dwg. 2
Dwg. 3
Dwg. 6Dwg. 5
Dwg. 4
Dwg. 7
LOADINDICATOR
LOADINDICAT
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FALL-ARREST
322IndustrialCourt,Concord,NC28025
P:[phone]orF:[phone]
WWW.SAFEWAZE.COM
SELF RETRACTING LANYARD
SELF RETRACTING LANYARD
ANSIZ359.14&ANSIA10.32
OSHA1910.66&OSHA1926.502
FallArrestSystems•ConfinedSpace•Engineering•RescueSystems
7’
7’
Drop Through Anchor
Complies with OSHA 1910.66, OSHA1926.502, ANSI Z359.1-2007
020-4020 (2’ / .61m)
020-4021 (8.5’ / 2.6m)
Do not use in wet or uncured
concrete. Use in normal weight
concrete with a compression
strength of at least 3,000 PSI
(20.7 MPa). Use ONLY on
concrete decks with a minumum of
4” thickness. This anchor is to be
used in an overhead application
ONLY.
All persons using this equipment
must read, understand, and follow
all instructions. Failure to do so
may result in serious injury or
death.
Use only compatible connectors. Avoid all physical hazards including thermal, electrical
and chemical sources. Inspect before each use. In addtion, a competent
person must inspect this equipment at least annually.
DO NOT TOUCH FALL
PROTECTION
ANCHOR WHEN IN
USE!
Materials: Coated Steel,
Stainless Steel, Galvanized
Aircraft Cable
020027
Min.Hole Diameter for Installation: 1-3/4” (4.445 cm)
Max.Hole Diameter for Installation: 6” (15.24 cm)