3M DBI SALA 8000000 Manuel D'utilisation page 13

3.0 INSTALLATION
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For special (custom) versions of this product, follow these user instructions. If enclosed, see the attached
supplement for additional instructions specific to a custom product.
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Installation of the Protecta Tripod must be supervised by a Qualified Person
a Competent Person
forces that could be encountered during a fall.
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3.1 PLANNING: Plan your fall protection system prior to installation of the Tripod. Account for all factors that may affect
your safety before, during, and after a fall. Consider all requirements, limitations and specifications defined in Section
2 and Table 1. Any and all work must be carried out in such a way that the Tripod is positioned to minimize both the
potential for falls and the potential fall distance. Review the following logistical considerations before using the Tripod:
A. HAZARD EVALUATION: Evaluate job site hazards prior to starting work. Consult applicable industry standards for
guidelines and regulatory requirements on issues such as confined space entry, personal fall arrest systems, single-point
adjustable suspeneded scaffolds, etc.
B. WORK SITE GEOMETRY: The installation and use of the Tripod must be consistent with the geometric requirements
given in Section 3.3 or 3.4. Check for obstructions or sharp edges in the working path of the suspended working lines.
Avoid working where the user may swing and hit an object or where lines may cross or tangle with that of another worker
in the area.
C. SECONDARY OR BACK-UP FALL ARREST: When using the tripod as a support for suspending a worker at a work
level, or for personnel riding applications, a secondary or back-up Fall Arrest system is required. The Tripod has provisions
for connection of a secondary or back-up Fall Arrest system. Refer to Sections 3.5.
3.2 TRIPOD INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS:
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If an installation will be used for more than one type of application, always plan the loading for the application
with the greatest load requirements. See Section 2 and Table 1 for application types and the supporting structure load
requirements.
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Do not use the same lifting device for both material handling and users.
A. GEOMETRIC REQUIREMENTS: The Tripod must be mounted where it can be leveled using the leg adjustments.
The footing must be solid under each leg and support the intended loading. Position the Tripod such that the lifeline will
be directly over the intended work area when installed. Avoid positioning the Tripod where the worker will have to swing
under the Tripod to reach the work area. Avoid positioning the Tripod where the lifeline may abrade against sharp edges.
See Figure 7.
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Do not allow the lifeline to extend outside the legs of the Tripod. Tipping of the Tripod could occur.
B. INSTALLING THE TRIPOD: See Figure 7.
1. Lay the Tripod on the working surface.
2. Adjust the Legs to the required working height.
3. Tilt the Tripod into an upright position.
4. Fully spread the Legs and ensure the footing is solid under each Leg and can support the intended loads.
5. Position the Tripod over the opening so the lifeline will be located appoximately in the center of the opening. This will
ensure a safe working area for the user.
6. Level the Tripod by adjusting the Leg height.
7. Adjust the Safety Chain by removing excess slack.
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Except for emergency situations where the Safety Chain may interfere with a rescue, the Tripod must never be
used without the Safety Chains in place.
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If one or more of the legs are not locked into the erect position (completely spread out), do not use the Tripod.
3.3 CONNECTING EQUIPMENT TO THE TRIPOD: The Tripod has been designed for multi-purpose applications that may
involve the use of one or more systems attached to the Tripod. See below for connecting equipment to the DBI/SALA
Tripod. Review all associated equipment instructions for further information before installing.
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Multiple systems may be attached to the Tripod (e.g., primary support lifeline and back-up lifeline) for one person
only. Only Emergency Rescue applications allow for two person use.
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A maximum of one system can be attached to one Tripod leg. A maximum of two systems should be attached to
one Tripod, except back-up lifelines (Fall Arrest applications) which are limited to one system.
A. EYE BOLT: A subsystem (Self-Retracting Device, Rope Grab with Lifeline) can be attached to either one of the
Eye-Bolt anchorage points. See Figure 8. Connect equipment to the Eye Bolt anchorage point by using a clevis and pin
(minimum breaking strength of 5,000 lb. (22.2 kN), self-locking carabiners, or self-locking snap hooks.
as meeting the criteria for a Certified Anchorage, or that it is capable of supporting the potential
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