General Requirements - Sperian MILLER 8172 Manuel D'utilisation

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Thank you for your purchase of Miller Fall Protection equipment. Miller brand products are produced
to meet the highest standards of quality at our ISO 9001:2000 certified facility. Miller Fall Protection
equipment will provide you with years of use when cared for properly.
WARNING
All persons using this equipment must read, understand and follow all in-
structions. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death. Do not use
this equipment unless you are properly trained.
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It is crucial that the authorized person/user of this fall protection equipment read and understand
these instructions. In addition, it is the employer's responsibility to ensure that all users are trained
in the proper use, inspection, and maintenance of fall protection equipment. Fall protection training
should be an integral part of a comprehensive safety program.
Proper use of fall arrest systems can save lives and reduce the potential of serious injuries from a
fall. The user must be aware that forces experienced during the arrest of a fall or prolonged sus-
pension may cause bodily injury. Consult a physician if there is any question about the user's ability
to use this product. Pregnant women and minors must not use this product.
Miller rope grabs are designed to protect working personnel from falls while allowing them
freedom of movement. Rope grabs move easily up and down vertical lifelines yet lock
instantly in the event of a free fall. Trailing models offer complete hands-free operation.

1.0 General Requirements

All warnings and instructions shall be provided
to authorized persons/users.
All authorized persons/users must reference
the regulations governing occupational
safety, as well as applicable ANSI or
CSA standards. Please refer to product
labeling for information on specific OSHA
regulations, and ANSI and CSA standards
met by product.
Proper precautions should always be taken to
remove any obstructions, debris, material, or
other recognized hazards from the work area
that could cause injuries or interfere with the
operation of the system.
All equipment must be inspected before
each use according to the manufacturer's
instructions.
All equipment should be inspected by a
qualified person on a regular basis.
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To minimize the potential for accidental
disengagement, a competent person must
ensure system compatibility.
Equipment must not be altered in any way.
Repairs must be performed only by the
manufacturer, or persons or entities authorized
in writing by the manufacturer.
Any product exhibiting deformities, unusual
wear, or deterioration must be immediately
discarded.
Any equipment subject to a fall must be
removed from service.
The authorized person/user shall have a rescue
plan and the means at hand to implement it
when using this equipment.
Never use fall protection equipment for
purposes other than those for which it was
designed. Fall protection equipment should
never be used for towing or hoisting.