Product Familiarisation; Usage Limitations - Silverline 254155 Traduction Des Instructions Originales

Safety Instructions for Height Safety
Equipment
WARNING: Activities involving the use of this equipment are inherently dangerous. ALWAYS
carry out a risk assessment before work commences, including rescue arrangements.
WARNING: Specific training is essential before using this equipment. It must only be used by
competent and responsible individuals, taking care not exceeding the limitations of the equipment.
WARNING: Failure to adhere to any warnings and recommendations given in these instructions,
may result in severe injury or even death! When using this equipment you personally assume
all risks and responsibilities for all damage, injury or death which may occur during or following
incorrect use of this equipment. You are responsible for your own actions and decisions. If you are
unable, or not in a position to assume this responsibility or to accept these risks, DO NOT
USE THIS EQUIPMENT.
a) NEVER use equipment that has exceeded its shelf and/or service life.
b) This product MUST NOT be stressed beyond its strength rating.
c) DO NOT use components of fall arrest gear outside its limitations, or for applications
which they were not specifically designed for.
d) Avoid impacts and rubbing against abrasive surfaces during use, transport and storage.
e) DO NOT use connectors with manual locking mechanisms in areas where they are
frequently opened and closed.
f) Ensure locking mechanisms and safety devices engage securely and connectors are fully
closed and locked before use.
g) NEVER combine components that are not recommended by the manufacturer as being
compatible. One item may interfere with the safe function of another, jeopardising the function
of the system as a whole.
h) NEVER attach a fall arrest system to an anchorage if you are unsure about the strength
and condition of the anchorage.
i) Take into account the length of every single component of a fall arrest system, including
the connectors, when determining the total length of the system.
j) The clearance under the user must be sufficient to prevent them from striking an obstacle
in the event of a fall.
k) DO NOT allow any part of a fall arrest, work positioning or restraint system to come into
contact with sharp edges or abrasive surfaces during use. Reposition if necessary or choose
an alternative anchorage.
l) Any component of a fall arrest system must be individually inspected according to the
manufacturer's recommendations and procedures. After assembly, the system must be
inspected as a functional unit.
m) Any kind of repair or modification of this equipment is strictly PROHIBITED.
n) DO NOT tie knots in harnesses, lanyards and ropes. DO NOT allow equipment to become
tangled.
o) Equipment that has been exposed to extreme conditions, failed an inspection or has been
used to arrest a fall must be retired and destroyed. Never expose items made with synthetic
fibre components to direct flames.
p) DO NOT use shock absorbers that have been partially deployed, or when the plastic sheath is
damaged.
q) Destroy retired equipment immediately, to prevent further use.
r) All users of fall arrest gear must be medically fit for activities at height and must wear
appropriate personal protective equipment for the environment, work carried out and
tools used.
s) Carry out a risk assessment for every activity, and define a rescue plan that can be safely and
rapidly executed in case of emergency.
t) All product markings must remain intact and clearly legible for the entire service life of
this equipment.
u) Store the equipment with its dedicated service record and usage instructions. Gear with
uncertain service history must be removed from service and destroyed.
v) Before using this equipment, ensure that it complies with local federal regulations and
other applicable safety standards.
w) Textile products including webbing and ropes MUST NOT be marked using ink from
marker pens or paint, as these substances may potentially lead to chemical damage of the
material.
x) Store in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

Product Familiarisation

1. Nose
2. Frame
3. Spine
4. Gate
5. Locking Lever
6. Rope eye
7. Rivet pins
8. Gate opening
Intended Use (Fig. I)
This scaffold hook is primarily used as an anchorage connector in personal fall arrest systems. It
may also be used for work positioning and travel restriction, depending on the associated system
components used.

Usage Limitations

WARNING: Fall arrest gear is designed to arrest a fall from height ONLY ONCE! If subjected to an
arrested fall, the gear must be withdrawn from service and rendered unusable.
• Self-closing scaffold hooks should only be used where the user does not have to attach and
remove the scaffold hook frequently, i.e. many times during a working day
• Acidic, alkaline, or other environments with harsh substances may damage the hardware of the
scaffold hook. DO NOT expose the scaffold hook to corrosive environments for prolonged periods
of time. Organic substances and salt water are particularly corrosive to metal parts
• DO NOT use in environments with temperatures lower than -40°C / -40°F or greater than 80°C /
176°F
• Scaffold hooks must be shielded when used near welding, metal cutting, or other activities that
produce large amounts of heat
• Use extreme CAUTION when working near energised electrical sources. Metal hardware conducts
electric current. Maintain a safe working distance (at least 3m) from all electrical hazards
• A full body harness is the only acceptable body holding device that can be used in a fall arrest
system
Unpacking Your Product
• Carefully unpack and inspect your product. Fully familiarise yourself with all its features and
functions
• Ensure all parts of the product are present and in good condition. If any parts are missing or
damaged, have such parts replaced before attempting to use this product
Before Use
Pre-use checks
• An inspection must be carried out before every use. All parts of the gear must be inspected in an
area with appropriate light conditions
• Check correct function of scaffold hook and smooth operation of its safety mechanisms
Note: Refer to the 'Maintenance' section for further advice on inspection and fault conditions.
Clearance
Fall clearance (Fig II):
• Before use, it is essential to verify the clearance required beneath the user. This clearance must
be sufficient to prevent the user from hitting the ground or another obstacle, in the event of a fall
Swing falls (Fig. III):
WARNING: The force of striking an object in a swing fall may cause serious injury or death.
• Swing falls occur when the anchorage is not located directly above the point where a fall occurs
• Minimise swing falls by working as close as possible to the anchorage
• DO NOT enter a situation where a swing fall could occur, if it is likely to result in an injury
Note: The risk of swing falls significantly increases the clearance required when using a self-
retracting lifeline or another variable length connecting system.
WARNING: When connectors are poorly positioned, the attachment D-rings could act as a lever
on the gate of a scaffold hook and subsequently damage it when sudden tension comes on to the
rope. ALWAYS ensure connectors remain safely positioned during use.
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