HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM INSTRUCTION MANUAL
2.3 CONNECTIONS: Only use self-locking snap hooks and karabiners with this equipment. Only use connectors that are suitable to each application. Ensure all connections are compatible in size, shape and strength. Do not use equipment that is not compatible. Ensure all connectors are fully closed and locked. NOTE: Large throat-opening snap hooks should not be connected to standard size D-rings or similar objects which will result in a load on the gate if the hook or D-ring twists or rotates. Large throat snap hooks are designed for use on fixed structural elements such as rebar or cross members that are not shaped in a way that can capture the gate of the hook. A. In a false engagement, where features that protrude from the snap hook or Karabiner catch on the anchor, and without visual confirmation seems to be fully engaged to the anchor point. B. To each other. C. Directly to webbing or rope lanyard or tie-back (unless the manufacturer’s instructions for both the lanyard and connector specifically allows such a connection). D. To any object which is shaped or dimensioned such that the snap hook or karabiners will not close and lock, or that roll-out could occur. 2.4 ANCHORAGE STRENGTH: Structural anchorage points must be rigid, and capable of supporting at least 24 kN along the axis of the horizontal lifeline. 2.5 CONNECTING SUBSYSTEM: The connecting subsystem is the portion of the personal fall arrest system that is used to connect between the horizontal lifeline subsystem and harness fall arrest attachment element. The connecting subsystem must limit forces. 3.0 OPERATION AND USE WARNING Do not alter or intentionally misuse this equipment. Use caution when using this equipment around moving machinery, electrical and chemical hazards, and sharp edges. Consult your doctor if there is reason to doubt your fitness to absorb the impact from a fall arrest. Age and fitness can affect your ability to withstand fall arrest forces. Pregnant women and minors must not use this system. 3.1 BEFORE EACH USE: Inspect this equipment according to steps listed in section 5.4. Do not use this equipment if inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition. Plan your use of the fall protection system prior to exposing workers to dangerous situations. Consider all factors affecting your safety before using this system. A. READ AND UNDERSTAND all manufacturer’s instructions for each component of the personal fall arrest system. All B-Safe harnesses and connecting subsystems are supplied with separate user instructions. Keep all instructions for future reference. B. Review sections 1 and 2 to ensure system limitations and other requirements have been adhered to. Review applicable information regarding system clearance criteria, and ensure changes have not been made to the system installation (i.e. length), or occurred at the job site, that could affect the required fall clearance. Do not use the system if changes are required. WARNING Anchorages must be rigid. Large deformations of the anchorage will affect system performance, and may increase the required fall clearance below the system, which could result in serious injury or death.
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