2025-05-02_BST_V19

Safety training

GWO Basic Safety Training / V19 02052025

c.

operating weight and temperature range

d.

equipment is within period of formal inspections

e. integrity, damage, corrosion, saltwater exposure and significant wear of:

e.i

fall arrester

e.ii cam

e.iii energy absorber

e.iv connectors (carabiners)

f. all moving parts work correctly, with no excessive play

g. spring fitted buttons engage promptly when released

h. locking and catch mechanisms lock/release as intended

i. identify symbol/indication for correct orientation in use

j.

gravity stop functionality works as intended

k.

fall indicator

l. connectors (carabiners) operate (and lock) as intended, cannot disconnect completely and have not been extended/shortened

m. which attachment point on harness to connect to

n. observe manufacturer’s user manual for specific or additional requirements.

Stress the generic approach to pre-use inspections of a guided type fall arrester (glider/slider) focusing on similarities and differences in design, functionality and operation between different products Explain that the participant is always required to familiarise themselves with the specific guided type fall arrester product prior to use e.g. by reading the equipment instruction manuals and to familiarise themselves with the specific guided type fall arrester (glider/slider) prior to use

Facilitate practice for the participants before the practical exercises lesson

Provide constructive feedback on the participants’ performance during the practise

The participants shall:

Practise and demonstrate the ability to perform a pre-use inspection of a vertical fall arrest system including matching fall arrest glider/slider (demonstrated during this module)

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