Safety training
GWO Basic Safety Training / V18 2024-06-24
The instructor shall:
Demonstrate how to perform a pre-use inspection of a vertical fall arrest system by the following principles that covers:
a.
markings and labels
b.
system is within period of formal inspections
c.
number of users allowed on the system
d. integrity, damage and corrosion of rail and wire and ladder attachments
e.
saltwater exposure
f. observe manufacturer’s user manual for specific or additional requirements
Demonstrate how to perform pre-use inspection of the guided type fall arrest products chosen/required to instruct this module, by the following principles that cover:
a. identify which vertical fall arrest system the guided type fall arrester matches with, including matching cable size
b.
markings and labels
c.
operating weight and temperature range
d.
equipment is within period of formal inspections
e. integrity, damage, corrosion, saltwater exposure and significant wear of: fall arrester, cam, energy absorber and 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. connector (carabiner) elements operate (and lock) as intended, cannot disconnect completely and have not been extended/shortened
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