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Results of the Authorized Service or Competent Person inspection should be recorded in the “Inspection and Maintenance
Log” at the back of these instructions (see Section 5).
2.6 LOCKING SPEED: Situations which do not allow for an unobstructed fall path should be avoided. Working in confined
or cramped spaces may not allow the body to reach sufficient speed to cause the SRL to lock if a fall occurs. Working on
slowly shifting material, such as sand or grain, may not allow enough speed buildup to cause the SRL to lock. A clear path
is required to assure positive locking of the SRL.
2.7 NORMAL OPERATIONS: Normal operation will allow the full length of the lifeline to extend and retract with no hesitation
when extending and no slack when retracting as the worker moves at normal speeds. If a fall occurs, a speed sensing
brake system will activate, stopping the fall and absorbing much of the energy created. For falls which occur near the
end of the lifeline travel, a reserve lifeline system or energy absorber has been incorporated to assure a reduced impact
fall arrest. If the SRL has been subjected to fall forces, remove the SRL from service, mark “UNUSABLE” and send to an
authorized service center for repair. Sudden or quick movements should be avoided during normal work operation, as this
may cause the SRL to lock up.
2.8 FREE FALL: When anchored overhead, SRLs will limit the free fall distance to 2 ft. (0.6 m) or less. To avoid increased fall
distances, anchor the SRL directly above the worker. Avoid working where your lifeline may cross or tangle with that of
another worker. Avoid working where an object may fall and strike the lifeline; resulting in loss of balance or damage to
the lifeline. Do not allow the lifeline to pass under arms or between legs. Never clamp, knot, or prevent the lifeline from
retracting or being taut. Avoid slack line. Do not lengthen SRL by connecting a lanyard or similar component
without consulting Capital Safety.
2.9 SWING FALLS: Swing Falls occur when the anchorage point is not directly above the point where a fall occurs. The force
of striking an object in a swing fall may cause serious injury (see Figure 3A). Minimize swing falls by working as directly
below the anchorage point as possible.
2.10 FALL CLEARANCE: Figure 3B illustrates Fall Clearance. SRL Fall Arrest Systems should have a minimum Fall Clearance of 6 ft
(2 m) for falls from a standing position where the SRL is anchored directly overhead. Falls from a kneeling or crouching position
will require an additional 3 ft (1 m) of Fall Clearance. In a swing fall situation, the total vertical fall distance will be greater
than if the user had fallen directly below the anchorage point and may require additional Fall Clearance. The table in
Figure 3 provides the minimum vertical Fall Clearance needed below the working level of the SRL user where added Swing
Fall distance is within the recommended range of use.
Figure 3 – Fall Clearance and Swing Falls
A
!
WARNING
B
H
V
FC
FC = Minimum Fall Clearance
FC
ft
(m)
H - Horizontal Distance from
Anchorage Point
0
(0.0)
2
(0.6)
4
(1.2)
6
(1.8)
8
(2.4)
10
(3.0)
12
(3.7)
V - Vertical Distance
from Anchorage Point
0
(0.0)
6
(2)
8
(2.6)
û û û û û
10
(3)
6
(2)
6.2
(2.1)
6.8
(2.3)
7.7
(2.6)
8.8
(2.9)
û û
20
(6.1)
6
(2)
6.1
(2)
6.4
(2.1)
6.9
(2.3)
7.5
(2.5)
8.4
(2.7)
9.3
(3)
û Added Swing Fall Length is not within the recommended work zone.
NOTE: Fall Clearance (FC) values in the above table assume a fall from
a standing position. If the worker is kneeling or crouching near an edge
when a fall occurs, an additional 3 ft (1 m) of Fall Clearance is needed.
NOTE: The clearances provided above assume the fall occurs from the standing position. If the worker is kneeling or
crouching an additional 3 ft (1 m) of clearance is needed.
2.11 HAZARDS: Use of this equipment in areas where surrounding hazards exist may require additional precautions to reduce the
possibility of injury to the user or damage to the equipment. Hazards may include, but are not limited to: high heat, caustic
chemicals, corrosive environments, high voltage power lines, explosive or toxic gases, moving machinery, sharp edges, or
overhead materials that may fall and contact the user or fall arrest system.
2.12 SHARP EDGES: Avoid working where the lifeline will be in contact with or abrade against unprotected sharp edges.
Where
contact with a sharp edge is possible, cover the edge with a protective material.
2.13 BODY SUPPORT: A Full Body Harness must be used with the Self Retracting Lifeline. The harness connection point must be
above the user’s center of gravity. A body belt is not authorized for use with the Self Retracting Lifeline. If a fall occurs when
using a body belt it may cause unintentional release or physical trauma from improper body support.
2.14 COMPATIBILITY OF COMPONENTS: Unless otherwise noted, Capital Safety equipment is designed for use with Capital
Safety approved components and subsystems only. Substitutions or replacements made with non approved components
or subsystems may jeopardize compatibility of equipment and may affect safety and reliability of the complete system.
IMPORTANT: Read and follow manufacturer’s instructions for associated components and subsystems in your
personal fall arrest system.