Silverline 254301 Traduction Des Instructions Originales page 11

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.
Connecting to work positioning or restraint systems
Note: This harness is fitted with a Waist Belt Strap (5) and Lateral Attachment Points (10) that
enable its use in work positioning systems to provide support. Use a back-up fall arrest system if
working at height.
• The Lateral Attachment Points (10) are designed to either hold the user in a certain position
whilst working (work in suspension), or to prevent the worker from entering a zone where a fall is
possible (travel restraint, leash principle, see Fig. IV)
• The Lateral Attachment Points must ONLY be used to attach to a work positioning system. DO NOT
connect to a fall arrest system
• ALWAYS use the two lateral D-rings together by clipping a suitable positioning lanyard between
them
• There should be a supporting surface for the feet for comfortable work positioning
• Movement must be restricted to a maximum of 0.6m, and the Lanyard (14) must be kept under
constant tension (see Fig. V)
WARNING: When connectors are poorly positioned, the attachment D-rings could act as a lever
on the gate of a karabiner and subsequently damage it when sudden tension comes on to the rope.
ALWAYS ensure connectors remain safely positioned during use.
Anchorage requirements (Fig. VI)
• The minimum strength of any anchorage must be 10kN, according to EN795
• Check anchorage for signs of deterioration
• As with all fall arrest gear, anchorages must be subjected to regular inspections by a competent
person. Inspect at least once every three months and record findings in a dedicated service
record
• Check that the karabiner is the correct size for the anchorage to be used. If the karabiner is too
small, use an anchor sling to connect to the anchorage
Anchorage position
WARNING: The anchorage for work positioning must be positioned at or above waist level.
• The anchorage of the fall arrest system should preferably be located above the user's position
Use as part of a fall arrest system
• Anchorages selected for fall arrest systems should be capable of sustaining a static load, applied
in the directions permitted by the system of at least:
• 22kN for non-certified anchorages
• 2 x the maximum arrest force for certified anchorages
• If more than one system is attached to one anchorage, the required strength should be
multiplied by the number of systems attached
Compatibility
This harness is compatible with miscellaneous fall arrest systems and safety gear, including but not
limited to the following Silverline products:
• Shock Absorbing Lanyard
Notes:
• Connecting hardware must be compatible in size, shape, and strength. Non-compatible
connectors may accidentally disengage and lead to serious injury or even death
• Only use connectors, such as D-rings, snaphooks, karabiners and other equipment with a
minimum rating of 22kN
WARNING: Always verify that all components used in combination with each other are
compatible.
Operation
Note: This equipment must ONLY be used by competent operators. All users must be trained in
its safe use. Inexperienced users must receive instruction prior to using this equipment. A risk
assessment must be carried out before undertaking any operations requiring fall arrest equipment.
WARNING: ALWAYS wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the work area and
type of activity, including but not limited to, eye protection, gloves, hard hat, protective shoes and
hearing protection.
Note: Check the correct fitting and adjustment at least every 2 hours during use. This may save
your life! Regularly check connections with other equipment in the system and ensure various
system components are correctly positioned with respect to each other.
Opening & closing the screwgate karabiner
WARNING: This karabiner must ALWAYS be used with the Gate (19) closed and fully locked.
To check whether the Gate is securely locked, ensure that the Locking Sleeve (20) has been turned
clockwise all the way, so it prevents the Gate from opening when pushed..
• To open, turn the knurled Locking Sleeve anticlockwise until the gate opens
• Push the Gate inwards to open the karabiner
• To close, release the mechanism, let the Gate return to its closed position, and turn the knurled
Locking Sleeve all the way clockwise, into the locked position
Opening & closing the scaffold hook
WARNING: This scaffold hook must ALWAYS be used with the Gate (27) closed and fully locked!
To check whether the Gate is securely locked, try pushing the Gate open from the outside; it must
not open without the Locking Lever (28) being operated first
1. Push the Locking Lever (see Fig. VII: "1") towards the hook's Spine (26)
2. The Gate (see Fig. VII: "2") is now unlocked and can be pushed in to open
3. Release the Gate and the Locking Lever to close
Making connections (see Fig. VI & VIII)
WARNING: ALWAYS follow the manufacturer's instructions supplied with each system
component.
WARNING: Never apply multiple loads to a single karabiner.
• When using a karabiner to connect to an anchorage, or when connecting components of a fall
arrest system together, ensure that accidental disengagement ('rollout') cannot occur
Note: Rollout is possible when interference between a karabiner and the mating connector causes
the karabiner's gate or keeper to accidentally open and release.
• DO NOT use connectors that will not completely close over the anchor point
• DO NOT make knots in a lanyard
• DO NOT hook a lanyard back on to itself
• DO NOT attach two or more karabiners to each other
• DO NOT attach two or more karabiners into one D-ring
• DO NOT attach karabiners directly to a horizontal lifeline
• DO NOT choke hitch the lanyard
WARNING: ALWAYS follow the manufacturer's instructions supplied with each system
component.
Proper alignment of the karabiner under load
• The Karabiner (11) must be installed so that the loads are applied in the area designed for
greatest strength (see marking on the product and Fig. IX)
• The anchorage or anchorage connector should be seated in the radius of the Karabiner opposite
the Gate (19)
• DO NOT apply loads across the Gate (Fig. VIII)
• The Karabiner must be able to move freely and without interference during use. ANY constraint
or external pressure is DANGEROUS (Fig. VIII)
• Be aware that some equipment combinations may reduce the effective strength of the Karabiner
(e.g. when connecting to wide straps)
Rescue plan
WARNING: A suitable and sufficient risk assessment must be carried out before commencing
with any kind of work at height, or any work that requires the use of personal protective equipment
(PPE) as a control measure.
• The user must have a rescue plan and the means at hand to implement it
• The plan must take into account the equipment and special training necessary to effectively
conduct prompt rescue under all foreseeable conditions
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