FallTech Shock-Absorbing Lanyards (SAL’s) - Manual (Page 18)

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8.3: Mandatory Semi-Annual Inspection
ANSI Z359.1-2007 requires that all fall protection equipment be
inspected by a competent person other than the user at least once each
year. FallTech strongly encourages that all fall protection equipment be
inspected by a competent person other than the user at least once every
six months.
This inspection should be noted in the inspection log below, along
with any deficiencies. This inspection should also be used as an
opportunity to counsel any authorized persons with respect to any
deficiencies that they may have failed to note in their daily inspections.
Inspection Log
FallTech Shock-Absorbing Lanyard
Model #:_______________
Serial #:_______________
Mfg. Date:_____________
Inspection
Date
Inspector Comments Pass/Fail Corrective
Action to be
Taken
Approved
By
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Section 9: Maintenance and Storage
The service life of your FallTech Shock-Absorbing Lanyard will depend
on two factors: The environmental conditions of your working
environment along with proper care (specifically, maintenance and
storage).
Keeping the SAL clean and free of contaminants will greatly increase
the service life and will ensure that the SRL will be in proper working
order in the event that you need it to arrest a fall. The following steps
should be taken periodically:
1. Always wear gloves when handling the cable element if this SAL
is so equipped.
2. Using a damp rag and a mild soap and water solution, wipe
down the SAL components to remove soil and surface
contaminants. Ensure that the labels are legible at all times.
3. Use a damp rag to clean the surfaces of the connectors. There
should be no build-up of any substance which may inhibit the
function of the gate and/or keeper.
4. If there is an excessive build up of paint, oil, dirt tar or other
contaminants that cannot be removed, remove the SAL from
service and have it replaced.
5. Store in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight and where
it will not be exposed to chemical vapors.
6. This SAL should be hung on a rack or a peg or stored flat on a
shelf, stacked no more than three high.
7. Do not throw the SAL into a pile or a locker or storage box, as it
may become knotted, tangled, cut or frayed.
Section 10: Specifications
This section contains important information regarding the
performance and construction of this product. Pease read and be
familiar with this and all information contained in this instruction manual.
10.1: Mandatory Disclosures
This instruction manual addresses foreseeable hazards, uses and
applications. If you have questions about your application that are not
addressed in this document, contact FallTech for additional guidance.
It is the responsibility of the employer/issuer of this equipment to
ensure that it is used in a manner consistent with these instructions.
Failure to do so could result in series injury or death.