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ANSI Z359.0 Denitions and Nomenclature Used for Fall Protection and Fall Arrest
ANSI Z359.2 Minimum Requirements for a Comprehensive Managed Fall Protection Program
ANSI Z359.12 Connecting Components for Personal Fall Arrest Systems
ANSI Z359.14 Safety Requirements for Self-Retracting Devices for Personal Fall Arrest and Rescue Systems
ANSI A10.32 Personal Fall Protection use in Construction and Demolition
1.3 Training
This equipment is intended to be used by persons trained in its correct application and use. It is the responsibility of the user to assure they are familiar
with these instructions and are trained in the correct care and use of this equipment. Users must be aware of the operating characteristics, application,
limits, and the consequences of improper use.
2.1 Capacity
SAFEWAZE™ Retractable Fall Arresters are all designed in compliance with ANSI Z359.14 to meet the weight capacity range of (130-310 lbs).
However, there are units that are rated to a higher weight capacity than the ANSI recognized 310 lb maximum. Please see Table 12 and Table 13 on
page 20 for higher weight capacity units.
2.0 Limitations & Requirements
When installing or using this equipment always refer to the following requirements and limitations:
2.2 Anchorage
Anchorages selected for fall arrest systems shall have a strength capable of sustaining static loads applied in the directions permitted by the system of at
least:
1. 5,000 lbs. (22.2 kN) for non-certied anchorages, or
2. Two times the maximum arresting force for certied anchorages.
When more than one fall arrest system is attached to an anchorage, the strengths set forth in (1) and (2) above shall be multiplied by the number
of systems attached to the anchorage.
1.2 Standards
SAFEWAZE™ SRD’s conform to the national standard(s) identied on their ID label. Refer to local, state, and federal (OSHA) requirements for additional
information concerning the governing of occupational safety regarding Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS).
2.4 Rescue Plan
When using this equipment, employers must create a rescue plan, and provide the means to implement said rescue plan. This plan must be
communicated to equipment users, authorized persons, and rescuers.
2.3 INSPECTION FREQUENCY
Either the Authorized Person1 (User), or the Rescuer2 must inspect this equipment before each use. Factory authorized inspections must be completed
by a Competent Person3other than the equipment user. The inspection table (Table 7) located on (p 6) of this manual should be used to determine
proper inspection frequency. The inspection checklist (see page 18) describes proper inspection procedures. The Competent Person should record
inspection results in the “Maintenance Log” located in the back of this manual. (p19)
1 Authorized Person: A person assigned by the employer to perform duties at a location where such person will be exposed to a fall hazard.
2 Rescuer: Person or persons other than the rescue subject acting to perform an assisted rescue by operation of a rescue system.
3Competent Person: An individual designated by the employer to be responsible for the immediate supervision, implementation, and
monitoring of the employer’s managed fall protection program who, through training and knowledge, is capable of identifying,
evaluating, and addressing existing and potential fall hazards, and who has the employer’s authority to take prompt corrective action with
regard to such hazards.
From OSHA 1926.500 And 1910.66
Anchorages used for attachment of personal fall arrest systems shall be independent of any anchorage being used to support or suspend platforms,
and capable of supporting at least 5,000 lbs (22.2 kN) per user attached, or be designed, installed, and used as part of a complete personal fall arrest
systems which maintains a safety factor of at least two, and is under the supervision of a qualied person.
WARNING: The anchor point must be located at the same height or above the edge over which a fall might
occur. Never anchor SAFEWAZE™ SRD’s below user’s feet. Workers over 310 lbs (141 kg) must not use these SRD’s where falls over
edges may occur. Failure to comply with this warning may result in equipment malfunction, serious injury, or death.
NOTE: Special rescue measures may be required for a fall over an edge.
TABLE 5 - ANSI STANDARDS
TABLE 6 - CSA STANDARDS
CSA Z259.12-11 Connection Components for Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS)
CSA Z259.2.2 Self-Retracting Devices for Personal Fall Arrest Systems
