Operation And Use; Requirements For Personal Fall Arrest Systems; Inspection Of Equipment Prior To Use; Inspection & Maintenance Of Harnesses - Sperian MILLER DuraHoist Mode D'emploi

3.0 Operation and Use

Requirements for Personal Fall Arrest Systems

Personal fall arrest systems used with the Portable Fall Arrest Post and mounting base typically include a full body
harness, a connecting subsystem (self retracting lifeline or lifeline rope to grab), and the necessary hardware to
connect the system. Personal fall arrest systems used with this mast and mounting base must meet applicable
OSHA requirements. Personal fall arrest systems that use a full body harness must limit the fall arrest forces to
1800lbs, and arrest the fall within 42in. Body belts, unless part of a full body harness, are not recommended for use
with this equipment.

Inspection of Equipment Prior to Use

Check all structural parts for damage; dents, cracks,
weld bends, or crushed tubes. Minor cosmetic
damage will not affect the structural integrity of the
system, but any seriously damaged parts must be
repaired or replaced before use.
Check all hardware; pins, tri-screws, adjuster screws,
nuts, bolts, pulleys, rollers, and winch
brackets for damaged threads, bends, damaged
or missing fasteners, or lose fasteners. Check all
pulleys and rollers for chips, grooves, and excessive
wear. Ensure that all pulleys and rollers turn freely.
Inspect all equipment for missing, damaged, or
otherwise illegible warning stickers. Any damaged,
missing, or otherwise illegible stickers must be
replaced before using the system.
Inspection & Maintenance of Harnesses
Miller harnesses are designed for today's rugged work environments. To maintain their service life and high
performance, harnesses should be inspected frequently. Inspect the harness thoroughly before each use. Regular
inspection by a competent person for wear, damage or corrosion should be a part of your safety program. Inspect
your equipment daily and replace it if any defective conditions are found.

Inspection/Maintenance Schedule

Daily (before each use):
See above "Inspection of Equipment Prior to Use".
Weekly:
Perform a complete visual inspection of equipment as outlined in "Inspection of Equipment Prior to Use". Clean
equipment as required to thoroughly inspect all welds, labels, pins, fasteners, pulleys, rollers, brackets, and parts. If
any problems are found with the equipment do not use until it has been repaired.
Biannually:
To be completed at least twice a year (every six months). Clean unit thoroughly using a damp cloth and a mild soap
solution. Perform a complete visual inspection as described above in "Inspection of Equipment Prior to Use". Re-
cord date of inspection on inspection sticker. If any problems are found with the equipment, do not use until it has
been repaired.
Us er Instru cti o ns - E ng l i sh
If you are using Miller DuraHoist winches with your
system, inspect the winch and cable as outlined in
their respective operator's manual.
Any additional winches, self retracting lifelines
(SRL's), work positioning, or fall-arrest equipment
being used with your Miller DuraHoist System must
be installed, inspected, maintained, and operated
according to manufacturer's instructions.
Report any problems with the equipment to your
supervisor and do not use the equipment until it has
been repaired or replaced.
Store this equipment in a clean and dry environment
out of direct sunlight. Avoid areas with chemical
vapors. Inspect equipment after any period of
extended storage.
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