Safety training
GWO Basic Safety Training / V18 2024-06-24
b.
operating weight and temperature range
c.
equipment is within period of formal inspections
d. integrity, damage, corrosion, saltwater exposure and significant wear of:
d.i energy absorber
d.ii lanyard rope
d.iii webbing
d.iv plastic
d.v metal
d.vi heat-shrinkable tubing
e. all moving parts work correctly with no excessive play
f. connectors (carabiners) operate (and lock) as intended and cannot disconnect completely
g. length adjustment function (if fitted) operates, and locks as intended
h.
fall indicator
i.
which attachment point on harness to connect to
j. observe fall arrest type (e.g. Y- or V- or I-type) and required attachment procedures, in particular climbing with a twin fall arrest lanyard
k. observe product fall clearance (max. arrest distance)
l. observe manufacturer’s user manual for specific or additional requirements
Stress the generic approach to pre-use inspections of a fall arrest lanyard focusing on similarities and differences in design, functionality, and operation between different products
Explain the potential task placed upon the participant in their own organisation on course completion, requiring them to familiarise themselves with other safety equipment products
Provide constructive feedback on the participants’ performance during the practice
The participants shall:
Practise the ability to perform a pre-use inspection of any fall arrest lanyard (demonstrated during this element) before working at height during practical exercises
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