7.3 Inspection Frequency:
In addition to post-use inspection, inspection by a Competent Person at regular intervals is required at
a minimum of annually.
Units that are sealed in a plastic bag in a barrel storage container from the manufacturer are exempted
from this annual inspection requirement as inspection would require breaking the seal. Units that
are sealed in a plastic bag in a barrel storage container from the manufacturer must be opened and
inspected within 10 years of the original manufacture date on the barrel storage container.
7.4 Inspection Checklist:
Use Table 1: Guidelines for Rescue Device Inspection to inspect the rescue device.
7.5 Inspection Results:
If an inspection reveals defects in or damage to the equipment, inadequate maintenance or activated
fall indicators,remove the equipment from service.
7.6 Inspection Document:
Record inspection results on the Inspection Record provided below or on a similar document.
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