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- Page 1 DBI-SALA ™ ® RoofSafe Anchor and Cable System. User Instruction Manual. Form No: 5903917 Rev: D www.3M.com/FallProtection Always read and follow the warnings and instructions for use.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
17.0 Following Installation (Cable) 18.0 System Layout (Cable) 19.0 System Components (Cable) 20.0 Maintenance Check List (Cable) 21.0 Rescue & Emergency Procedure For more information about our range of equipment visit our website at 3M.com/FallProtection Form No: 5903917 Rev: D... -
Page 3: Foreword (Anchor)
3M Fall Protection recommends that working at height should not be conducted by a lone operative for reasons of safety and that proper consideration is given to rescue procedures in the event of a fall or accident. -
Page 4: The Roofsafe Anchor
® The 3M DBI-SALA RoofSafe Anchor provides a secure anchor point for a worker at height, close to an exposed edge or other fall hazards, when used in conjunction with associated PPE, such as a full body harness and safety lanyard. - Page 5 Positioning of the 3M™ DBI-SALA RoofSafe Anchor ® When positioning the 3M DBI-SALA RoofSafe Anchor System there are two styles of placement to consider. Important Note. Whilst all Anchor installations must be designed for Fall Arrest in case of accidental misuse, it is recommended that the positioning of the Anchor should be located for Work Restraint.
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Page 6: System Design, Installation And Other Characteristics (Anchor)
Installation Lives are at risk if the Anchor(s) is not installed correctly. 3M Fall Protection Certified Installers are highly trained in design, installation, certification and maintenance. Certified Installers are certified by 3M Fall Protection and records of trained personnel are kept by our company. -
Page 7: Regulations, Quality, Precautions And Exclusions (Anchor)
Each system installed should be supplied with specifications of a full body harness, lanyards and shock absorbing device. The following precautions, requirements and exclusions apply to the RoofSafe Anchor: • The anchor must be installed by an Certified 3M Fall Protection Installer or competent person trained by 3M Fall Protection or 3M Fall Protection’s representative •... -
Page 8: Inspection, Maintenance, Servicing And Warranty (Anchor)
The Anchor attachment eye should be free to rotate and all the fixing should be firmly secure. If the anchor is bent or deformed in a way which is uncharacteristic of the Anchor you should not use it. Report the faults to the 3M Fall Protection Certified Installer and schedule a maintenance visit. -
Page 9: Pre-Use & In Use Checks (Anchor)
• Check that the ground clearance is still the same as detailed on installation and that there is no risk of collision in the event of a fall - including swing fall (pendulum fall) hazards. If any of the above is questionable do not use the Anchor and report to a Certified 3M Fall Protection Installer. 3M™ DBI-SALA RoofSafe Single Point ®... - Page 10 Do not use equipment that is not compatible. Contact 3M Fall Protection if you have any questions about compatibility. 3M Fall Protection connectors (snap hooks and carabiners) are designed to be used only as specified in each product’s user’s instructions. See Fig 4 for inappropriate connections. Snap hooks and carabiners should not be connected: A.
- Page 11 3M™ DBI-SALA RoofSafe Anchor and Cable System ® Pre-Use & In Use Checks Section 6.0 Attaching to the Anchor Access to the Anchor should be gained from a position of safety. If necessary the user should use other safety equipment, such as a twintailed lanyard or access platform, to facilitate safe access to the safety system.
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Page 12: Following Installation (Anchor)
• The next service date. Training The Certified 3M Fall Protection Installer should provide the end user with training on how to use the Anchor and user equipment. This may involve an additional cost. The Anchor should not be used by anyone that has not received instruction or who has not been trained to work safely at height. -
Page 13: Typical Anchors (Anchor)
3M™ DBI-SALA RoofSafe Anchor and Cable System ® Typical Anchors Section 8.0 Standing Seam Roof Anchor Composite / Built Up Roof Bituminous / Membrane Roof PVC Membrane Roof Form No: 5903917 Rev: D Form No: 5903917 Rev: D... -
Page 14: Maintenance Check List (Anchor)
® Maintenance Check List Section 9.0 Maintenance Check Sheet CUSTOMER INFORMATION INSPECTOR INFORMATION INSPECTION INFORMATION Site Name: 3M Fall Protection ID No: Inspection Date: Site Address: Name: System Type: Stand Seam RA Top Fix RA Single Ply RA Secret Fix RA Bituminous RA Uni 8™... -
Page 15: Foreword (Cable)
® The 3M DBI-SALA RoofSafe Cable System is designed to eliminate or substantially reduce the risk of a fall which would otherwise lead to injury or death to operatives working at height. Therefore it is vitally important that it is installed, maintained and used correctly. -
Page 16: The Roofsafe Cable System
® The 3M DBI-SALA RoofSafe Cable System consists of a 8 mm (5 / 16”) Stainless Steel horizontal mounted lifeline. The system is fixed to the structure via 3M DBI-SALA RoofSafe Anchors. The lifeline may be supported at regular intervals by intermediate brackets. -
Page 17: System Design, Installation And Fixings (Cable)
Installation Lives are at risk if the Anchor(s) is not installed correctly. 3M Fall Protection Certified Installers are highly trained in design, installation, certification and maintenance. Certified Installers are certified by 3M Fall Protection and records of trained personnel are kept by our company. -
Page 18: Precautions, Requirements & Exclusions (Cable)
• Only personnel trained to work at height and in the correct operation of the systems should be permitted to use it • In the unlikely event that a fall does occur the system should not be used until it has been inspected by a 3M Fall Protection certified Installer •... -
Page 19: Inspection, Maintenance, Servicing And Warranty (Cable)
Stainless Steel parts are particularly susceptible to pitting corrosion from chlorine, so avoid exposure in this type of environment. If the system is likely to be contaminated, please contact your 3M Fall Protection Certified Installer or 3M Fall Protection for advice. -
Page 20: Pre-Use & In Use Checks (Cable)
If a fall has occurred on the UniGrab, the device should be removed from service until it has been inspected. The UniGrab can only be put back in to service after it has been approved in writing by a 3M Fall Protection certified Installer 3M Fall Protection recommend that only the supplied 3M Fall Protection carabiner be used with the UniGrab. -
Page 21: Using The System (Cable)
In the event of a fall all equipment should be removed from service and inspected by a 3M Fall Protection certified Installer before it can be possibly returned to service. - Page 22 16.4 Working on both sides of the 3M Fall Protection System To remove the UniGrab, reverse the procedure on page 9. If you wish to walk on the opposite side of the system you may turn the UniGrab around.
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Page 23: Following Installation (Cable)
• Contact details of the manufacturing company. 17.4 Training The 3M Fall Protection certified Installer should provide the end user with training on how to use the System and user equipment. This may involve an additional cost. Form No: 5903917 Rev: D... -
Page 24: System Layout (Cable)
RoofSafe Anchor and Cable System ® System Layout Section 18.0 Detailed below are examples of typical components used in a 3M™ DBI-SALA RoofSafe Anchor system along with the tools ® required for installation. It is advisable to read through these instructions before beginning the installation. -
Page 25: System Components (Cable)
3M™ DBI-SALA RoofSafe Anchor and Cable System ® System Components Section 19.0 7241161 7240166 7241412 RoofSafe System Eye & Pin 8 mm 0.8 kN Hex Swage Tensioner 8 mm Intermediate Guide 7241408 7241411 7241413 8 mm 90° Corner 8 mm 45° Corner... -
Page 26: Maintenance Check List (Cable)
® Maintenance Check List Section 20.0 Maintenance Check Sheet CUSTOMER INFORMATION INSPECTOR INFORMATION INSPECTION INFORMATION Site Name: 3M Fall Protection ID No: Inspection Date: Site Address: Name: System Type: Stand Seam RA Top Fix RA Single Ply RA Secret Fix RA Bituminous RA Uni 8™... -
Page 27: Rescue & Emergency Procedure
A sensible strategy is to employ two workers for the task at height, so if one falls, the other can assist in the rescue, or can summon help. High visibility clothing, whistles, and personal alarms are all items worthy of consideration. Please contact 3M Fall Protection for more details or visit our web page: 3M.com/FallProtection Form No: 5903917 Rev: D... - Page 28 Printed in the U.K. 3M is a trademark of 3M Company. DBI-SALA is a trademark of D B Industries, LLC. ©3M 2017. Registered address: 3M Centre, Cain Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 8HT. Registered in England and Wales No. 1918922. All rights reserved.
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