Work Method Analysis Recommendation - ActSafe T1-16 Manuel Utilisateur

Work method analysis recommendation

This diagram is made for a general situation
where the main operator (the operator
primarily using the winch) and the 2nd
operator (rescue personnel) are situated in
different positions. Consider this as an aid
in analysing the work situation and doing
the risk analysis.
Traditional rescue methods refer to clim-
bing/ascending the unloaded rope to the
injured operator and lowering/descending
to safety with the help of equipment. This
will normally take longer than just descen-
ding directly without needing to access the
injured person.
User's Manual T1-16 Tactical Ascender
Is the main operator
conscious and able to YES
operate the winch?
NO
Is the remote, ascender
or emergency descender
YES
available for rescue
personnel?
NO
Traditional rescue
As time is important in accessing an injured
person ActSafe recommend the following
when planning your work with an ascender.
RECOMMENDATION
Have 2 separate ways of controlling the ascen-
der (direct and with remote, I'D or other). The
backup operating method should be available
to the 2nd operator/rescue personnel.
Start the assignment with fully charged
batteries to minimise time and risk in case
of an accident.
Is the ascender operable?
(battery capacity,
YES
emergency stop,
powered up etc)
NO
Is the emergency descent
handle / emergency
YES
descender available for
the main operator?
NO
Is the ascender operable?
(battery capacity,
YES
emergency stop,
powered up etc)
NO
Is the emergency descent
handle / emergency
YES
descender available for
rescue personel?
NO
Traditional rescue
SAFETY
Descend to safety
QUICK RESCUE!
Descend to safety
QUICK RESCUE!
Descend to safety
QUICK RESCUE!
Descend to safety
QUICK RESCUE!
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