Product Name: Velocity SRL Part #: 42000; 42001; 42002; 42003; 42004; 42005; 42006; 42008 Instruction Manual Do not throw away these instructions! Read and understand these instructions before using equipment!
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Trainer: User: Applicable Safety Standards When used according to instruction specifications, this product meets or exceeds all applicable OSHA 1926 Subpart M, OSHA 1910, ANSI Z359.14-2012, and ANSI A10.32-2012 standards for fall protection. Applicable standards and regulations depend on the type of work being done, and also might include state-specific regulations. Consult regulatory agencies for more information on personal fall arrest systems and associated components.
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 Guardian Fall Protection Safety Information ! WARNING Failure to understand and comply with safety regulations may result in serious injury or death. Regulations included herein are not all-inclusive, are for reference only, and are not intended to replace a Competent Person’s judgment or knowledge of federal or state standards. Do not alter equipment. Do not misuse equipment.
Prior to EACH use, all equipment in a fall protection system must be inspected for any potential or existing deficiencies that may result in its failure or reduced functionality. IMMEDIATELY remove equipment from service if any deficiencies are found. Equipment must be inspected by a Competent Person at least every six months. These inspections must be documented in equipment instruction manual and on equipment inspection grid label.
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 Guardian Fall Protection Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage Repairs to Velocity SRLs can only be made by a Guardian Fall Protection representative or an entity authorized by Guardian. Contact Guardian for all maintenance and repair needs at: 1-800-466-6385. If a Velocity SRL fails inspection in any way, immediately remove it from service, and contact Guardian to inquire about its return or repair.
Personal Fall Arrest: Velocity SRLs may be used in Personal Fall Arrest applications as a component of a MAXIMUM 1 Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS). Structure must withstand loads applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least 5,000 lbs. Applicable D-ring: Dorsal. • Part #s 42006 and 42008: No free fall is permitted. SRL must always be positioned at or above harness dorsal D-ring.
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 Guardian Fall Protection Limitations Fall Clearance: There must be sufficient clearance below the anchorage connector to arrest a fall before the user strikes the ground or an obstruction. When calculating fall clearance, account for a MINIMUM 3’ safety factor, deceleration distance, user height, length of lanyard/SRL, and all other applicable factors.
Two or more snap hooks or carabiners connected to each other. NO. Connector directly to webbing. NO. Two connectors to same D-ring. NO. Incompatible or irregular application, which may increase risk of roll-out. NO. 8 Application that places load on gate. NO. Connector directly to horizontal lifeline. NO. www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 Connector to integral lanyard. NO. 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 Connector closed and locked to D-ring. OK.
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 Correct Anchorage Positioning: This chart details allowable working zones required to reduce risk of swing falls and improper side loading. ALWAYS adhere to information specified by chart.
Materials. Made from some or all of the following: stainless steel, galvanized steel, polyester, and glass-filled nylon.
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 Velocity SRL part #s: 42006 and 42008 may NEVER be used in LE applications. Velocity SRL part #s: 42000, 42001, 42002, 42003, 42004, and 42005 may be used in LE applications ONLY if used in combination with shock absorber extension deemed compatible with SRL by a Competent Person. If intending to use Velocity SRL in LE applications, refer to additional LE SRL use instructions (pg. 12).
The allowable angle of redirection of the lifeline portion of Velocity SRLs at the leading edge of a fall hazard MUST be at least 90° (see Image 1). Anchor point MUST be situated no lower than the leading edge of applicable fall hazard(s). Prior to use, a Competent Person MUST calculate adequate fall clearance (see pg. 7). ALWAYS attach to anchorage connector that will allow for required setback distance (see Image 2).
Serial # Mfg. Date Cable Length 80’ 3/16” CABLE 100’ 3/16” CABLE CUSTOM INSPECTION: Inspect unit in accordance to the manufacturer’s instruction manual and regulatory guidelines. Check lifeline retraction by pulling out a minimum 4 ft. of lifeline and allowing it to retract under light tension, lifeline should retract completely. Pull sharply to test locking function, brakes must engage. Before use, inspect the lifeline condition, function and condition of fasteners, and legibility of labels.
This inspection log must be specific to one Velocity SRL. Separate inspection logs must be used for each Velocity SRL. All inspection records must be made visible and available to all users at all times. If equipment fails inspection IMMEDIATELY REMOVE FROM SERVICE. Guardian Fall Protection Notes www.guardianfall.com Date of First Use: __________________. For products with synthetic web lifeline, product lifetime is 5 years from Date of First Use, or, if not recorded, from Date of Manufacture.
