Table of Contents
Advertisement
15.0 COMPATIBILITY OF CONNECTORS
Connectors are compatible with connecting elements when they have been designed to work together in such a way that their sizes and shapes do not cause their
gate mechanisms to inadvertently open, regardless of how they become oriented. Connectors (hooks, carabiners, and D-rings) must be capable of supporting at
least 5,000 lbs. (2267.9 kg). Connectors must be compatible with the anchorage or other system components (See Figure 4). Do not use equipment that is not
compatible. Non-compatible connectors may unintentionally disengage (See Figure 4). Connectors must be compatible in size, shape, and strength. Self-locking
snap hooks and carabiners are required by ANSI Z359 and OSHA guidelines. Contact Safewaze if you have any questions about compatibility.
NOTE: SOME SPECIALTY CONNECTORS HAVE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS. CONTACT SAFEWAZE WITH
QUESTIONS.
1 - Non-compliant part
Using a connector that is undersized or irregular in shape (1) to connect a snap hook or carabiner could allow the connector to force open the gate of the snap
hook or carabiner. When force is applied, the gate of the hook or carabiner presses against the non-compliant part (2) and forces open the gate (3). This allows the
snap hook or carabiner to disengage (4) from the connection point.
15.1 MAKING CONNECTIONS
Snap hooks and carabiners used with this equipment must be double locking and/or twist lock. 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.
Safewaze connectors (snap hooks and carabiners) are designed to be used only as specified in each product's user's instructions. (See Figure 5) for examples of
inappropriate connections. Do not connect snap hooks and carabiners:
•
To a D-ring to which another connector is attached.
•
In a manner that would result in a load on the gate (with the exception of Tie-Back hooks). NOTE: Large snap hooks must not be connected to objects which
will result in a load on the gate if the hook twists or rotates, unless the snap hook complies with ANSI Z359.12 and is equipped with a 3,600 lbs. (1632.9 kg)
gate. Check the marking on your snap hook to verify its compatibility.
•
In a false engagement, where features that protrude from the snap hook or carabiner catch on the anchor, and without visual confirmation seems to be fully
engaged to the anchor point.
•
To each other.
•
By wrapping the lifeline around an anchor and securing to lifeline except as allowed for Tie-Back models
•
To any object which is shaped or sized in a way that the snap hook or carabiner will not close and lock, or that roll-out could occur.
•
In a manner that does not allow the connector to align properly while under load.
Only a Full Body Harness (FBH) may be used with this equipment. The Full Body Harness must connect to the SRL via the dorsal D-ring. Safewaze SRLs
are not rated for use with a body belt. Use of Safewaze SRLs with a body belt may result in injury. Figure 6 illustrates typical connection of Safewaze SRLs to the
Dorsal D-ring of the Full Body Harness.
NOTE:
Large throat snap hooks must 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, unless the snap hook complies with ANSI Z359.12 and is equipped
with a 3,600 lbs. (1632.9 kg) gate. Check the marking on your snap hook to verify that it is appropriate for your application.
16.0 USE
WARNING:
Do not alter or misuse this equipment. Some subsystem components could affect the performance of the operation of this equipment.
Do not anchor this product to moving machinery, hazards that include chemical, electrical or gaseous characteristics. Failure to comply
with this warning could result in injury or death.
WARNING:
seriously affect a worker's ability to withstand falls. Pregnant women or minors must not use Safewaze SRLs. Failure to heed this
warning may result in serious injury or death.
FIGURE 4 - UNINTENTIONAL DISENGAGEMENT
2 - gate presses
against
non-complaint
part
FIGURE 5 - INAPPROPRIATE CONNECTIONS
Contact Safewaze if you have questions regarding compatibility of this equipment that are not covered in this manual.
Consult your doctor if there is reason to doubt your fitness to safely absorb the shock from a fall arrest. Age and fitness
V1.0 2023 Copyright Safewaze
3 - gate opens
4 - parts disengage.
Page 13
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Need help?
Do you have a question about the LATITUDE EDGE SRL-P and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers