Height Safety Essentials Booklet
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3. Slip the harness over your head is positioned directly below the 3 finger widths above the base motion with the harness fitted capital www capitalsafety com au SAFETY 1800 245 002 AUS 0800 212 505 NZ fall protection experts SALA height safety confined space industrial rescue Capital Safety s training department offers its training programs at the client s site to all locations across Australia depending on availability By teaching in and around the workers normal environment we are able to ensure that the issues discussed are immediately applicable to the students Whether the training is done in your warehouse on a drilling derrick or mine Capital Safety offers all of its open enrolment courses as well as many customised courses at your site through its licensee network Not only is this often a great cost saving but the training is tailored to your site and workers and the hands on scenarios actually resolve fall protection hazards in and around your facility One of the biggest challenges facing many companies is understanding where the working at height risks exist on site and the types of measures that can be taken to minimise them Whether you need an initial site assessment site audit or full site survey Capital Safety can provide guidance to your business to identify solutions to these measures Contact us on 1800 245 002 AUS or 0800 212 505 NZ to see how we may be able to ass
4. Correct fitting and adjustment better distributes forces of a fall impact and lowers the risk of injury It is too late to plan a rescue after somebody has fallen and they are suspended in mid air The ability for a worker to hang in a fall arrest harness after a fall is limited if they are unconscious Most standards worldwide recognise the need for a timely rescue within 15 30 minutes An effective rescue plan will ensure that there are procedures put into place to adopt in an emergency Effective rescue can be performed by fellow workers if they are well trained Safety first do not put yourself at risk to save another person 1 C P CJ T gt Pri P B m T gt C o 1 m B 9 A o rri P Inspection frequency requirements must be followed according to AS NZS 1891 4 and the manufacturer s user instructions All inspection and maintenance data must be recorded in an inspection and maintenance log kept by the company All fall protection equipment must be inspected prior to and after each use by the user and periodically by a height safety equipment inspector as defined by Australian Standard AS NZS 1891 4 Australian New Zealand Standards provide guidelines for the frequency of inspection as does local OH amp S legislation Australian and New Zealand Standards also require that all fall arrest devices such as SRLs be subjec
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6. CALCULATION RD Required Distance Below Working Working Surface to MUN Nearest Obstruction DD Free Fall Lock Off and Deceleration 1 4m Max D ring Slide and Harness Stretch 0 25m Clearance to Obstruction During Fall Arrest 1 0m minimum safety factor required DD C RD ETTEN O Nearest As per AS NZS 1891 4 DD can be estimated at 700mm 250mm must be added for D ring slide EN Jim C rri JI a c rri Ro 2 EN A gt mJ I WN SWING FALL HAZARDS Swing Fall can occur when using a shock absorbing lanyard or self retracing lifeline SRL whilst working at height A swing fall is a pendulum like motion that can occur when the operator falls and their connector device is in a position located horizontally away from the anchorage point This is most likely to occur when connected to an anchorage point that is not positioned directly overhead Precautions to avoid this hazard include removing working slack from the rope working line using restraint techniques and ensuring the person does not approach a leading edge such that they may be subjected to an unplanned fall Operators should ensure they do not subject themselves to swing fall by taking measures to avoid the risk Refer to Figure One and Two for examples of swing fall hazards FIGURE ONE swing fall as a result of incorrect anchorage line
7. Occupational Health amp Safety Regulations 2006 DBI __ od rri P Cn Qo JI o A Cn Western Australia Authority Department of Commerce Worksafe WA Phone 1500 507 877 Website www worksafe wa gov au Acts Regulations Codes of Practice Occupational Safety amp Health Act 1984 Occupational Safety and Health Regulations 1996 NEW ZEALAND Authority Department of Labour Te Tari Mahi Phone O4 915 4400 Website www dol govt nz Acts Regulations Codes of Practice Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 HSE Act Health and Safety in Employment Regulations 1995 RELEVANT STANDARDS Fall Arrest Equipment AS NZS 1891 1 Industrial Fall Arrest Systems amp Devices Part 1 Safety Belts amp Harnesses AS NZS 1891 2 Industrial Fall Arrest Systems amp Devices Part 2 Horizontal Lifeline and rail systems AS NZS 1891 3 Industrial Fall Arrest Systems amp Devices Part 3 Fall Arrest Devices AS NZS 1891 4 Industrial Fall Arrest Systems amp Devices Part 4 Selection Use amp Maintenance Rope Access AS NZS4488 1 Industrial Rope Access Systems Specifications AS NZS4488 2 Industrial Rope Access Systems Selection Use amp Maintenance Portable Ladders AS NZS 1892 1 Portable Ladders Part 1 Metal AS NZS 1892 2 Portable Ladders Part 2 Timber AS NZS 1892 3 Portable Ladders Part 3 Reinforced Plastic AS NZS 1892 4 Portable Ladders Part 5 Selection Safe
8. cleaning intervals should not exceed 3 months for webbing products The cleaning As recommended by Capital Safety inspection scheduling for other fa edid i i i le a process should remove contaminates including dirt dust paint grease oil and In accordance with AS NZS 1891 1 protection equipment is given below nemis personal web products must be eight Safety service parioa Consult Capital Safety s user instruction manuals for further information marked with a date by which they YES ET AS NZS 1891 4 defines a Competent Person are to be taken out of service and Rascus Positioning Devices RPD ves ves liver person who has through a combination of training education and experience acquired knowledge from date of A NEWS Con rolled Y m and skills enabling that person to correctly perform specified task lestroyed 10 years from date oi Competent Person Classifications Height Safety Operator A person who is able to perform harness based work at heights under the manufacture This date Is typically EFN s epee eRe rae direct supervision of a height safety supervisor located on the product description label inspection frequency requirements must be followed according to the standard or the Height Safety Equipment Inspector A person who is competent in the skills needed to detect faults in adjacent to the certification label or in the Height Safety Man
9. flexible line rigged from one or more anchors to which a worker can secure the components of their fall protection system in a vertical orientation These systems provide freedom of movement whilst maintaining user protection from a fall from height Work Positioning Use of fall protection components in a way that allows a worker to be supported in a harness under tension so that a fall is prevented e g the use of a pole strap gems Cn Cn lt T1 m B prem 0 ad rri C i P rri P cr lt DBI WORKPLACE RESOURCES POSTERS This range of free educational posters will improve your understanding of fall protection and enhance your safety when working at height To order please visit www capitalsafety com au and click on the TOOLS tab Absolute Confidence Poster Your equipment comes from Capital Safety the world s premier fall protection company This poster demonstrates that you ve chosen the very best E www capitalsafety com 1800 245 002 AUS 0800 212 505 NZ ABCD of Fall Protection Fall protection need not be complicated This A B C D poster explains how to meet the basic requirements of a personal fall protection system A Absolute confidence in fall protection fall protection experts height safety confined space industrial rescue of Fall Protecti on D RESCUE The A B C D of Fall Protectio s the
10. limiting the force to 6kN When incorporating a retrieval winch it becomes a type 3 fall arrest device Vertical Lifeline Sytem A flexible line rigged from one or more anchors to which a worker can secure the components of their fall protection system in a vertical orientation These systems provide freedom of movement whilst maintaining user protection from a fall from height Work Positioning Use of fall protection components in a way that allows a worker to be supported in a harness under tension so that a fall is prevented e g the use of a pole strap capital SAFETY EN So 2 Getting Started from right to left and attach the buttocks Ensure the straps are 4 Leg Straps Make sure webbing does not cross the sternum Shoulder straps correctly The dorsal D ring should Meer wali haste ack frontal attachment strap on your adjustedtothesamelenghon strap between lege eter legs Adjust the leg straps should be vertical not pulled into be positioned centrally between DAAD dARI A Duca are left side Front D ring should each side ae icd M sothataflathand Nota Fist centre of body Connect the waist shoulder blades ring ensure all buckles are be positioned at the base of the Over Adjust sub pelvi ig it is n can be placed between the leg and buckle ensuring that the webbing undone and ensure there are no cage sternum so that the Crossover Adjust uD pelvic fasten wit
11. or heights Rescue must always be a component of any fall protection program Restraint Technique Control ona person s movement by connection to an anchorage to physically prevent the person from reaching a position at which there is a risk of a free or limited free fall Risk Assessment The evaluation of hazards within the worksite which have the potential to cause frequent serious injury or illness to occur Shock Absorber Energy Absorber A webbing device that is designed to tear or extend to reduce the forces on the worker in the event of a fall to less that 6kN Snap Hook A connector with a hook shaped body that has an opening for attachment to a fall protection component and a self dosing gate to retain the component within the opening Hooks must be double acting to be compliant Sub Pelvic Strap A strap incorporated into a full body harness which passes under the buttocks connecting the two leg loops It is designed to distribute the forces from the inside of the legs to the outside to lessen the effect of injury following a fall Fall Protection Harness B INSPECTION 1 Inspect the harness before use Ali fall protection equipment should be inspected by the user prior to and after each use A detailed inspection should also be performed by a Height safety Equipment Inspector every six months as per AS NZS 1891 4 Harnesses should be inspected for felt pen markings on load bearing webbing cuts bu
12. positioning Note It is important position your anchor point directly overhead to minimise Swing Fall Hazards Particular attention is required when using self retracting lifelines due to the extra mobility they provide FIGURE TWO Self Retracting Lifeline swing fall t gt mm um mm mm um m dat Coming into contact with an object while swinging during a fall can lead to serious injuries EN JI C z JI a c RE Qo C a EN Jis r mJ I cn INSPECTION amp MAINTENANCE As per AS NZS 1891 4 2009 and manufacturer usage instructions fall protection equipment users must carry out a full inspection on their gear before and after each use to ensure that the items are in good working order items Reference Personal equipment including harnesses lanyards connectors fall arrest devices including common use Clause 9 2 devices Harnesses lanyards associated personnel equipment Clause 9 3 2 Fall arrest devices external inspection only Clause 9 3 4 a Ropes and slings Clause 9 7 Anchorages drilled in type or attached to timber frames Clause 9 3 3 Anchorages other types Clause 9 3 3 Fall arrest devices full service Clause 9 3 4 b Horizontal and vertical lifelines Steel rope or rail Ladder Safety Systems Clause 9 3 5 Horizont
13. to operators users of the equipment and regulators as indicating the condition or defect must be attached to the x dus for systems installed by a Capital Safety accredited Clause 9 3 5 iired Fall 3 ital role i Ki fel height E Ladder Safety Systems required Fall protection equipment plays a vital role in working safely at height equipment and it must be examined by a competent person who Horizontal or vertical lifelines Fibre rope Webbing cpu nections EXGERG It must be maintained so that it is kept in a usable condition through a regular inspection will decide whether the equipment is to be nu MINUS Inspection by a Height Satay Equipment Inspedron and maintenance regime Capital Safety recommends that all fall protection equipment destroyed or returned to the manufacturer entry or re entry a should be stored in a clean cool dry location away from direct sunlight chemical or PEYS kohon HR Inspection bya Height Safety Equipment Inspector A i igent for evaluation Only the A tems which have been stressed asa result of atali Pipecionbva Height Saf Clause 9 5 corrosive fumes Care should be taken not to store the equipment on the ground manufacturer or their agent may make repairs or alterations to any piece of height safety equipment Safety Equipment should be cleaned regularly The frequency of cleaning depends on the environmental conditions within which they are used It is recommended that the
14. A self closing hook or karabiner with a keeper latch which will automatically close and remain closed until manually operated These units have a minimum of two double or three triple distinct and deliberate consecutive actions to manually open them Fall Arrest Systems Systems that protect the worker after a fall from hitting the ground and or obstructions below the work platform Passive systems require little or no personal involvement from the worker Active systems require the worker to actively use the system in order for it to be effective It is not always practical cost effective or possible to employ passive systems In these cases a Personal Fall Arrest System is required Refers to the systems and techniques that with attachment points to connect it to other components of a personal fall arrest system Hierarchy of Control The hierarchy of control is a sequence of options which allow you to control a hazard from the highest level of control to the least preferred option These measures in order are identification elimination substitution and isolation If these are not practical fall protection equipment must be used Horizontal Lifeline HLL Rail System A flexible line supported by two or more anchorages to which workers can connect a lanyard or SRL and travel safely along the line length HLL s can be designed for total restraint or fall arrest automatically locks and is used to Fall Indicato
15. CROP Safety Equip training Qualifications Missing damaged thimble gud Splice loose coming out 215 2009 history sha een a Pow to ca SPector inspect the ability t Webbing Loose termination m Thimble loose missing B MEA fam ons cation e In Service Date YES COMMENTS Corrosion M Inner core damage voids in accordance With A Serviceable items ion istorti i ustralianyy _ ae Cus ters holes Dito 00 Zealand stang can Factory Order ILot 7 Buti GOE i Broken wires YES NO COMMENTS Core showing through sheath 000 Location iie ed Model LL Frays Oo Oo 4 tn pen eros mT E raded wires urns Knots m Seb 0 Bird caging EI Knots Sy Moco V rr Heat damage glazi E JL 0 Grease grime pup Bird cagi im Paint E e Shock Absorber Discolouration Automatic D jO COMMENTS o Cuts tears abrasi PAS YESIN Mould oup Stretched kinked E Missing or damaged stitch Dope stretched Oo 5 Full tucks on rope splice elongat Damaged aan i Plastic coven last Paint rust staining s operates without restricti ermanent marking on 9 jl vents Vertical lifeline matches rope Locks onto repe proper vad bearing webbing Holes burns OO gab as per manufacturer and cleanly eat damage glazing UV damage fading mi ae
16. HEIGHT SAFETY ESSENTIALS DEVELOPED IN THE INTEREST OF WORKER SAFETY BY THE FALL PROTECTION EXPERTS CONTENTS This booklet is written as an introductory guide to height safety Use it when evaluating your fall protection requirements however always consult a fall protection specialist if you re unsure of any aspect of fall protection or fall protection equipment Fall Clearance amp Swing Fall Hazards Inspection amp Maintenance Glossary of Fall Protection Terminology Workplace Resources THE A B C D OF FALL PROTECTION The A B C D of Fall Protection covers the fundamental requirements of every personal fall protection system ANCHORAGE Anchorage provides a secure point of attachment to an existing structure for the fall arrest system Anchorage devices can be permanent or temporary and vary to suit the type of structure available BODY SUPPORT Full body harnesses connect the worker to the fall arrest system They are specially designed to protect the worker against serious injury in the event of a fall whilst also remaining comfortable to wear CONNECTORS Connectors are devices that connect the full body harness to the anchorage system They can be single products or multiple devices working together DESCENT RESCUE Descent amp Rescue systems enable the retrieval of an injured or incapacitated worker In the event of a rescue this equipment facilitates rapid recovery of the
17. S 6 Monthly Height Safety ceruice Period Equipment Inspector Type 1 Fall Arrest Devices Including Anchorage Line YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES Type 2 3 Fall Arrest Devices YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES Mobile Attachment Devices YES YES YES YES YES YES YES 2 Year Year Year Year Fixed Anchorages Horizontal Life Lines amp Life Rails YES YES YES YES a N m C _ Co aa _ P m _ C TRAINING Because having the best equipment in the world doesn t help if don t know how to use it Training is essential in providing persons with the competence to successfully implement and comply with legislative obligations and to manage tasks while working at height AS NZS 1891 4 Appendix E All users of fall protection height safety equipment or people taking part in harness based work at heights are required to be trained and assessed in accordance with the requirements of the standard as set out below Training and competency assessment conducted at 5 levels 1 Height safety theory 2 Height safety operator 5 Height safety supervisor 4 Height safety equipment inspector 5 Height safety manager e Competency reassessment at appropriate intervals e Records of training and competency shall be kept and recorded
18. Use and Care Scaffolding AS NZS 1576 Scaffolding AS NZS 4576 Guidelines for Scaffolding Elevating Work Platforms AS1418 10 Cranes Hoists and Winches Design AS2550 10 Cranes Hoists and Winches Use amp Maintenance Platforms Walkways amp Stairs AS1657 Fixed platforms walkways stairways and ladders Design construction and installation od rri P Cn Qo JI o A Cn GLOSSARY OF FALL PROTECTION TERMINOLOGY Anchorage A secure point of attachment for lifelines or deceleration devices e g lanyards amp self retracting lifelines Anchorage Connector Provides a connection point onto an anchorage or building structure in order to attach the rest of the fall arrest system Arresting Force The force imposed upon the worker and the anchorage point the moment the fall arrest system stops the fall It is measured in kilo newtons kN a maximum of 6kN is allowable Connector A device used to join together components of a personal fall arrest system or parts of a component within the system Compatibility Equipment is deemed compatible when they have been designed to work together in such a way that their size and shape do not cause them to separate inadvertently during use Competent Person AS NZS 1891 4 defines a Competent Person as A person who has through a combination of training education and experience acquired knowledge and ski
19. ager A person who is competent In the selection design manufacture or installation label pack manufacturer s user instructions The manufacturer may recommend more frequent height safety equipment and to determine remedial action inspection and recertification if the product is exposed to a harsh environment or rugged use HevSit Savery Manager person whe is competent in the selection design orice fall protection experts capital www capitalsafety com au ne 150 9001 1800 245 002 AUS 0800 212 505 NZ height safety confined space industrial rescue Glossary of fall protection terminology Listed below is a collection of frequently used fall protection terms for a more complete summary refer to AS NZS 1891 parts 1 amp 4 Anchorage the impact of the force created during a fall on Harness Pole Strap Total restraint A secure point of attachment for the body such as a lanyard or self retracting Full Body Harness A work positioning strap designed to Control on a person s movement by means lifelines or deceleration devices lifeline A webbing assembly that is worn by be placed around a pole and attached of connection to an anchorage using e g lanyards amp self retracting Double or Triple Action the user to distribute the arresting at two points on each side of a line non adjustable equipment in such a way that lifelines Device forces throughout the body in the
20. al or vertical lifelines Fibre rope Webbing All items of personal and common use equipment All items which have been stressed as a result of a fall Clauses 9 3 5 amp 9 7 Clause 9 4 Clause 9 5 NOTES 1 Manufacturer s or supplier s recommendations where provided take precedence over the frequencies listed Where used in harsh conditions more frequent inspection may be required A If the user or operator of the equipment is not competent to carry out this inspection It is to be undertaken by another person who is competent see Clause 9 2 Always remember If in doubt tag it out Inspection Frequency Note 1 Inspection by a Height Safety Operator and or Height Safety Equipment Inspector Note 2 before and after each use 6 monthly inspection by a Height Safety Equipment Inspector Note 3 6 monthly inspection by a Height Safety Equipment Inspector Note 3 6 monthly inspection by a Height Safety Equipment Inspector Note 3 12 monthly inspection by a Height Safety Equipment Inspector Note 3 Up to 5 yearly inspection if recommended by the manufacturer 12 monthly inspection is recommended by Capital Safety Up to 5 yearly service if recommended by the manufacturer Capital Safety recommends Type 1 yearly sealed type 2 and type 3 devices two yearly unsealed type 2 and type 5 yearly Capital Safety recommends 5 yearly inspection for systems installed by a Capital Safety accredited installer all ot
21. fall to a lower level The most desirable method of fall prevention is to engineer out or modify the work plan to eliminate the hazard PEU TET 11 3104 40 95501 DBI Fall Protection Refers to the overall industry and process of protecting workers at height Force Measured in technical terms in Newtons N The weight of something in Newtons N is calculated by multiplying its mass in Kilograms kg by the value of Gravity which is 9 81 m s A Kilogram kg is a unit of mass i e the weight of a static object Force Mass x Acceleration For rough calculation purposes 1000N IkN 1 100kg 1OkN 1000kg Harness Full Body Harness A webbing assembly that is worn by the user to distribute the arresting forces throughout the body in the event of a fall The unit is equipped with attachment points to connect it to other components of a personal fall arrest system Hierarchy of Control The hierarchy of control is a sequence of options which allow you to control a hazard from the highest level of control to the least preferred option These measures in order are identification elimination substitution and isolation If these are not practical fall protection equipment must be used Horizontal Lifeline HLL Rail System A flexible line supported by two or more anchorages to which workers can connect a lanyard or SRL and travel safely along the line length HLL s can be des
22. for each person trained Capital Safety is accredited under VETAB to conduct the following nationally recognised training course e 91565NSW Course in safe work at heights Capital Safety is also accredited to deliver the following nationally recognised competencies RIIOHS204A Work safely at heights e PUASAROO4B Undertake vertical rescue 205 Enter confined space CAM MSAPMOHS216A Operate breathing apparatus MSAPMOHS217A Gas test atmospheres e MSAPMPER200B Work in accordance with issued permit NEW The theory component of the Height Safety Awareness unit of study is also available via Online Learning for more information visit our website Capital Safety continues to provide training programs meeting the needs of end users and educating workers in the principles of working safely at height Training of any kind should engage the participant and entice them to learn By creating courses that demand active participation the student becomes involved in the learning process increasing the information understood and their retention Please contact Capital Safety for further information and a list of training course licensees able to deliver this training Courses are available via open enrolment and onsite l REGULATIONS amp AUTHORITIES RELEVANT REGULATORY AUTHORITIES amp LEGISLATION AUSTRALIA Australian Capital Territory Authority Wo
23. fundamental requirements of every personal pecent amp Rescue fall protection system Use it as a ne when evaluatin ng your fall otection requirements ieval ver always consult a fall protection specialist if you re unsure of any aspect of fall ion or fall protection equipment To determine the required Fall Clearance add the appropriate factors together this will give you the safe Required Distance RD below the working surface for work calculation charts obs QE ess er Self E Retracting Lifeline RD Required Distance Working Below Working Surface Surface to Nearest Obstruction Shock Absorbing Lanyard RD Required Distance Below Working Working Surface to Nearest Obstruction Surface FFD Free Fall Distance 2 0m maximum allowed DD Free Fall Lock Off and Deceleration 4 2 72 1 4 D ring Slide DD Energy Absorber Deceleration Distance When using a DBI SALA lanyard 1 75m max for users up to 136kg 1 95m max for users from 136kg to 160kg FFD Harness Stretch 0 25m D ring Slide and Harness Stretch RD 0 25m C Clearance to C Clearance to Obstruction Obstruction During During Fall Arrest RD m Fall Arrest 1 0 minimum safety factor required 1 0m minimum safety factor required DD DD T DD AEG RD Nearest RD Nearest 4 Obstruction 1 Obstruction As per AS Nzs 1891 4 iii Scere As per AS NZS 1891 4 DD DD can be estimated 600mm 300
24. h relevant buckle on left fae Jeg atrop Pg D straps are not twisted and kept Keepers should be positioned tangles in the webbing Holding shoulder straps will not slip oft STAP to sit rectly below hand side Repeat procedure with loose so that the belt does not Properly to prevent webbing the shoulder straps slip harness the shoulders fight hand buck tovaise born ate aida 5 Chest Strap icibac n worker ured aL slippage and entanglement If two over arms and onto shoulders like nd bucide to raise i present oni should be eis Jacket Check straps are not 3 Sub pelvic strap the sub paMic and front D ring amp Waist belt 6 Final Adjustments positioned tight against the buckle and then the lower left side frontal o N D T gt C RN RE C rri feng mee The positioning ot the sub pelvic Adjustment strap The harness should be comfortable to keep it in adjustment and the Connect Buckles Crossover Holding harness Step is critical without undue pressure on the second to store the extra webbing Connect buckle ends by your right ensure all buckles are Vest Adjust the shoulder straps Perd Leid may aed tobe Position chest strap across the shoulders thighs or pelvis You peel er undone and straps aren t twisted ensure the sub pelvic strap Von te feel DIPS middle of the chest approximately should still have your full range
25. her systems yearly 6 monthly inspection by a Height Safety Equipment Inspector Note 3 Inspection by a Height Safety Equipment Inspector on entry or re entry into service Inspection by a Height Safety Equipment Inspector before further use Note 3 5 All inspections other than those by the operator are to be documented 4 Consult with local and state regulations as some inspection requirements for items such as anchor points may require more frequent inspection DBI P Pri C P Co I P a rri P P C Pri As recommended by Capital Safety inspection scheduling for other fall protection equipment is given below Winches Salalift amp Il Advanced YES Rescue Positioning Devices RPD s YES Rescue and Rescumatic Controlled Descent Devices YES Tripod Davit Arms Support Structures YES Records inspections maintenance must be recorded in an inspection and maintenance log maintained by the company Manufacturer s supplier s or installers name amp address MES ES Manufacturer s batch number YES YES Serial or identifying number YES YES Year of manufacture YES YES Details of recommended connection to belts _ VES or harnesses Type of anchorage line to be used Suitability amp limitation on various usages YES YES Date of purchase YES YES Date first placed into service YES YES Date amp details of inspection amp services YES YE
26. igned for total restraint or fall arrest Karabiner A connector with a self closing gate that can be manually locked or that automatically locks and is used to attach to a fall protection component Can be double action or triple action Lanyard Assembly Shock Absorbing Lanyard A line of rope webbing or cable incorporating shock absorber and connectors at each end to connect the harness to the anchor device Personal Fall Arrest Systems PFAS A combination of components that when used together will arrest a person in a fall from a working level A PFAS typically consist of an anchorage full body harness connectors and a deceleration device such as a lanyard or SRL Pole Strap A work positioning strap designed to be placed around a pole and attached at two points on each side of a line worker s fall arrest harness while the wearer is working on the pole Rescue The ability to retrieve or rescue an individual from confined spaces or heights Rescue must always be a component of any fall protection program Restraint Technique Control on a person s movement by connection to an anchorage to physically prevent the person from reaching a position at which there is a risk of a free or limited free fall Risk Assessment The evaluation of hazards within the worksite which have the potential to cause frequent serious injury or illness to occur Shock Absorber Energy Absorber A webbing device that is designed to tear or ex
27. ing Capital Safety offers a range of internationally accepted courses nationally recognised under VETAB refer to page 18 for more information T1 P CJ T gt Pri P B m T gt cn o 1 T1 T a EN C P FALL CLEARANCE amp SWING FALL HAZARDS SHOCK ABSORBING LANYARD FALL CLEARANCE CALCULATION RD Required Distance Below Working Surface to Nearest Obstruction Working Surface FFD Free Fall Distance 2 0m maximum allowed DD Energy Absorber F Deceleration Distance When using a DBI SALA lanyard 1 75m for users up to 136kg FFD 1 95m for users from 136kg to 160kg D ring Slide and Harness Stretch 0 25m RD During Fall Arrest 1 0m minimum safety factor Clearance to Obstruction o required D D FFD 4L Nearest D D K C M MER As per AS NZS 1891 4 TREE E DD can be estimated based 1000 mm 500 mm i RD 1500mm 600mm upon FFD in order to reduce Fall clearance is the vertical distance needed to safely arrest a fall so that the worker does not hit the ground To determine the required Fall Clearance add the appropriate factors together this will give you the safe Required Distance RD below the working surface for work which is to be carried out where there is any risk of falling SELF RETRACTING LIFELINE FALL CLEARANCE
28. ipment inspection and maintenance can be a challenging task particularly when there are large volumes of items in a fleet Consideration should be given to electronic means of recording data either by way of electronic spreadsheets or RFID Radio Frequency Identification tagging systems to enable the company to both store and retrieve information quickly safely and easily For more information about electronic tagging options talk to our technical team EQUIPMENT INSPECTION CHECKLISTS Your safety whilst working at height depends on effective inspection of your fall protection equipment before and after use Capital Safety has developed a series of comprehensive Equipment Inspection Checklists available at no cost from our website Go to www capitalsafety com au and simply click on the Tools tab to access and download your copy Equipment Inspection Report GENERAL USE FALL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT PAGES 2 Wire Rope
29. ist Our range of product catalogues are designed to provide a product overview as well as solutions based information to key industry segments and applications relating to height safety confined space and industrial rescue Our range of literature is continually updated to reflect up to date information and product innovations visit our website or contact Capital Safety to obtain your copies DBI SALA anced C UN DBI SALA Safety Syst ated Eso Engineered Solutions capital THE NEXT GENERATION FULL BODY HARNESS EC A EXO F i JP F N y A 4 Get into the Best all protection experts hei eight safety confined space industrial rescue CEA I DBI s T fl i SAFETY FALL PROTECTION EXPERTS height safety confined space industrial rescue DBI E As part of our ongoing commitment to safety Capital Safety offers extensive product and application tool box talks and seminars across the country with our fleet of demonstration trailers Our Mobile Demonstration Units are fitted out with the latest fall protection equipment and systems that assist in the prevention of serious accidents or death in the workplace This is a complimentary service although availability is subject to demand Contact us on 61 2 8753 7600 to arrange a booking through your local regional sales manager EQUIPMENT INSPECTION AND TAGGING Recording the details of equ
30. lls enabling that person to correctly perform a specified task Refer to Training Levels for detailed definitions of competency D ring Attachment Point An attachment point on the harness which allows for the connection of other components of a fall protection positioning system such as a lifeline or deceleration device Deceleration Device Any device which utilises an energy absorption component to minimise the impact of the force created during a fall on the body such as a lanyard or self retracting lifeline Double or Triple Action Device A self closing hook or karabiner with a keeper latch which will automatically close and remain closed until manually operated These units have a minimum of two double or three triple distinct and deliberate consecutive actions to manually open them Fall Arrest Systems Systems that protect the worker after a fall from hitting the ground and or obstructions below the work platform Passive systems require little or no personal involvement from the worker Active systems require the worker to actively use the system in order for it to be effective It is not always practical cost effective or possible to employ passive systems In these cases a Personal Fall Arrest System is required Fall Indicator A visual indicator that shows the fall arrest system or device has been used to arrest a fall Fall Prevention Refers to the systems and techniques that eliminate the possibility of a
31. mm Y Y can be estimated at 700mm 1000 mm 00mm Y based upon FFD LL 250mm must be added for 11777 in order to reduce RD 2000 900 mm D Ring slide gt lt capital SAFETY MEET fall protection experts Quality www capitalsafety com au 1509001 1800 245 002 AUS 0800 212 505 NZ height safety confined space industrial rescue Inspection amp Maintenance of fall protection equipment INSPECTION amp MAINTENANCE PRODUCT LIFE As per Capital Safety and AS NZS 1891 4 fall protection equipment users According to AS NZS 1891 1 web products shall have a A Inspection oa their goar bfore Records of inspections and maintenance must be recorded in an inspection aura tet the Iteme are in good working order tind maintenance log maintained by the company 10 year product life from the date of manufacture after which the product must be removed from service All other Capital ee E ed 3 self retracting lifelines be used indefinitely provided the Personal equipment including harnesses lanyards Inspection by a Height Safety Operator and or Height Panini minha oi VM ves ves ves i 1 4 Connectors devices including common Safety Equipment Inspector Note 2 before and after Clause 9 2 amp add
32. mp Risk assessment This is the investigation of the likelihood of an accident or injury occurring versus the severity of the injury Hazards need to be identified assessed evaluated then eliminated or controlled Australian and New Zealand Standard AS NZS 4360 gives guidance on risk management Risk assessment and control measures help decide What hazards are involved with the task and who could be affected by the dangers e What instructions including rescue need to be written What equipment needs be used e What training is necessary The best type and combination of equipment that should be used can be very specific to the actual height safety situation AS NZS 1891 4 gives guidance on equipment selection for the right situation Fall protection plans are similar to work method statements Work method statements should be clear to the point and if helpful include sketches There is no such thing as a safe distance to fall The further you fall the faster your speed of descent and the higher the total forces that the safety system needs to absorb to prevent injuries The further you fall the more likely you are to hit the ground or swing into a wall or hit the nearest obstacle below you You should use work in restraint techniques to remove the possibility of a fall or to maintain a fall distance of less than 2 metres You must never put yourself in a situation where you can free fall more than two met
33. pace industrial rescue For further enquires 1800 245 002 AUS 0800 212 505 NZ www capitalsafety com au o N D T gt C rn rri C rri cn FALL PROTECTION TRAINING NATIONALLY RECOGNISED Capital Safety Is accredited under TRAINING VETAB NSW to conduct the following nationally recognised training course 91363NSW Course in safe work at heights Capital Safety is also accredited to deliver the following nationally recognised competencies RIOHS204A Work safely at heights PUASAROO4B Undertake vertical rescue e MSAPMPER205E Enter confined space e MSAPMOHS216A Operate breathing apparatus e MSAPMOHS217A Gas test atmospheres e MSAPMPER200B Work in accordance with an issued permit NEW The theory component of the Height Safety Awareness unit of study is also available via Online Learning For more information visit our website Capital Safety is a Registered Training Organisation NTIS ID 91276 For course details book online visit www capitalsafety com au or call 1800 245 002 AUS 0800 212 505 NZ HEAD OFFICE AND MANUFACTURING 95 Derby Street Silverwater NSW 2128 Australia Phone 61 2 8753 7600 Fax 61 2 8753 7603 Email sales capitalsafety com au DBI SALA and PROTECTA are brands of Capital Safety capital DA eh ek tay Quality www capitalsafety com au ISO 9001 EN 2011 Capital Safety
34. petent in the selection design manufacture or installation of height safety systems or equipment or the development of control measures or work practices Height Safety Supervisor A person who is competent in the skills needed to perform harness based work at heights to supervise other operators including those at entry level and to participate in first response rescue Height Safety Theory A person who has undergone training in height safety theory to a standard equal to that of a nationally accredited general height safety course for operators Type 1 Fall Arrest Device Includes rope amp rail grabs A fall arrest device that travels along an anchorage line and when loaded locks to the line The user is connected to the activating lever which locks the device in the event of a fall A typical use of a Type 1 device is as a ladder fall arrest system using a rigid rail or flexible line attached to the ladder Type 2 amp 3 Fall Arrest Device Self Retracting Lifeline SRL A deceleration device containing a drum wound line which may be extracted and retracted under slight tension when the user moves vertically away from and towards the device In the event of a fall the device will quickly lock the drum and prevent the lifeline from paying out thus arresting the user s fall and limiting the force to 6kN When incorporating a retrieval winch it becomes a type 5 fall arrest device Vertical Lifeline System A
35. r Avisualindicatorthatshowsthefallarrestsystem Karabiner or device has been used to arrest a fall ENS Fall Prevention that can be manually locked or that a eliminate the possibility of a fall to a lower level The most desirable method of fall prevention ttach to a fall protection component Can be double action or triple action is to engineer out or modify the work plan to Sine He hee tanyard Assembly Fall Protection i Lanyard Refers to the overall industry and process of A line of rope webbing cable protecting workers at height Force Measured in technical terms in Newtons N is 9 81 m s2 A Kilogram kg is a unit of mass i e the weight of a static object Force Mass x Acceleration For rough calculation purposes 1000N 1kN 1kN 100kg 10kN 1000kg incorporating a shock absorber and connectors at each end to connect the harness to the anchor device when used together will arrest a person in a fall from a working level A PFAS typically consist of an anchorage full body harness connectors and a deceleration device such as a lanyard or SRL The weight of something in Newtons N Personal Fall Arrest is calculated by multiplying its mass in Systems PFAS Kilograms kg by the value of Gravity which A esl T s fall protection experts height safety confined space industrial rescue Rescue The ability to retrieve or rescue an individual from confined spaces
36. res Refer to the Shock Absorbing Lanyard and Self Retracting Lifeline Fall Clearance Calculations on pages 10 and 11 O You must be connected to a structure using your safety system at all times Using double action or triple action connectors on your shock absorbing system helps prevent metal components from disconnecting Unintentional disconnection of hardware by itself is called forced rollout Do not disconnect from one safety system unless you have connected to another or are in a secure location The anchor connection point you connect to must be very strong The anchorage you use must be capable of holding the weight of a family sized car This is equal to at least 15kN 1 500kg as required by AS NZS 1891 4 for a single person anchorage or 21KN for a 2 person anchorage point The structure should be free from burrs and sharp edges that might damage your equipment when in use A belt should never be used for fall arrest or limited free fall Belts are no longer recognised by Australian and New Zealand Standards as a legitimate fall protection device A harness Is better for any work situation where you can slip trip slide or fall A full body harness distributes the fall arrest forces better around the body A belt should never be used in a fall arrest situation The harness must be fitted and adjusted correctly All safety equipment shall be used according to the instructions supplied by the manufacturer
37. ress equipment continues to pass the required inspections prescribed dd Feci lemen m by th fact d AS NZS 1891 4 areas lanyards associated personnel squipment TONNY inspection by a Height Safety Eq e EE EIE ves LS y the manufacturer 4 SSS ae aT Bog I E z pes E x Removal from Service E A monty inspection by a Heist safety Equipment Cures maat ancrage Eat z pem z z Capital Safety Group recommends the following regarding removal Inspector Cte 3 Suy A Imitation on various usages YES ves ves ws ves equipment from service meeer Taranii ston a Hei Sey ert E ves ves ves ws wm ves E n mer speci ea Any piece of equipment including both personal and permanently ee Dat first pica nt service ves ves ves ess ves A 3 L DU kde p installed items which has been used to arrest a fall shall be remrded by cio Date amp details of inspection services ves ves ves ves ves ves removed from service immediately Any defect identified during HUNE CU manufacturer Capta ecommerce W221 causea Records should be kept for each piece of fall protection equipment The above table operator or periodic inspections shall be withdrawn from service which is found in AS NZS 1891 4 Section 9 details the information that should be immediately and a replacement obtained if necessary A label WEE Go aes Meri Sun Caps SUE TERRESTRE I recorded and made available
38. rkCover WorkSafe ACT Phone O2 6205 0200 Website www ors act gov au Acts Regulations Codes of Practice Work Safety Act 2008 Work Safety Regulation 2009 New South Wales Authority WorkCover NSW Phone 13 10 50 Website www workcover nsw gov au Acts Regulations Codes of Practice Occupational Health amp Safety Act 2000 Occupational Health amp Safety Regulation 2001 Victoria Authority Worksafe Victoria Phone 1800 136 O89 Phone 03 9641 1444 Website www worksafe vic gov au Acts Regulations Codes of Practice Occupational Health amp Safety Act 2004 Queensland Authority Workplace Health amp Safety QLD Phone 1500 369 915 Website www dir qid gov au Acts Regulations Codes of Practice Work Health amp Safety Act 1995 Workplace Health amp Safety Codes of Practice 2005 Workplace Health amp Safety Regulations 2008 South Australia Authority Safe Work S A Phone 1500 365 255 Phone O8 8303 0400 Website www safework sa gov au Acts Regulations Codes of Practice Occupational Health Safety amp Welfare Act 1986 O H amp S Regulation 2010 Tasmania Authority Workplace Standards Tasmania Phone 1500 566 322 Phone O3 6233 7657 Website www wst tas gov au Acts Regulations Codes of Practice Workplace Health amp Safety Regulation 1998 Northern Territory Authority NT WorkSafe Phone 1800 019 115 Website www worksafe nt gov au Acts Regulations Codes of Practice Work Health
39. rns discolouration excess dirt or wear knots other damage and activation of the impact indicator where applicable ng Ali labels must be present Hardware such as D rings snaphooks and buckles should be free cracks corrosion deformation burrs missing parts or other damage and or wear ny If there is ever any sign of an unsafe condition or if the harness shows signs that it has been used to arrest a fall it should be immediately withdrawn from service amp destroyed VEST STYLE CROSSOVER STYLE inspection amp fitting guide EX FIT pay DETA PRO a fall either over an edge through a surface or due to a failed moveable platform Type 1 Fall Arrest Device Includes rope amp rail grabs A fall arrest device that travels along an anchorage line and when loaded locks to the line The user is connected to the activating lever which locks the device in the event of a fall A typical use of a Type 1 device is as a ladder fall arrest system using a rigid rail or flexible line attached to the ladder Type 2 amp 3 Fall Arrest Device Self Retracting Lifeline SRL A deceleration device containing a drum wound line which may be extracted and retracted under slight tension when the user moves vertically away from and towards the device In the event of a fall the device will quickly lock the drum and prevent the lifeline from paying out thus arresting the user s fall and
40. ted to a full inspection and service by factory Accredited Service Centres or every 12 months in the absence of any instructions recommendations from the manufacturer They must also be re certified by the manufacturer or their accredited service agent after they have been used to arrest a fall You must be competently trained If you are required to perform any tasks at height you must be competently trained as per AS NZS 1891 4 A successful fall protection training program should cover the following e Requirements of standards and legislation e identification of relative hazards e Application of the hierarchy of control and other measures to minimise and control risk e Rescue plans and procedures e The use fit inspection and maintenance of fall protection equipment When selecting your training provider ensure they are a Registered Training Organisation RTO certified and accredited under the AQTF This is an indicator that the organisation is a credible training provider that meets nationally recognised standards Also choose a course that carries a competency relevant to the work tasks being completed All employers and employees have a duty of care to maintain a safe working environment Workers must be competently trained to identify the hazards and when required use fall protection equipment and systems safely to reduce or eliminate the risk of injury This guide is not a substitute for competent train
41. tend to reduce the forces on the worker in the event of a fall to less that 6kN DBI HT cr rr cn cn T gt lt T1 m B prem 0 ad RE C i P RN P lt Snap Hook A connector with a hook shaped body that has an opening for attachment to a fall protection component and a self closing gate to retain the component within the opening Hooks must be double acting to be compliant Sub Pelvic Strap A strap incorporated into a full body harness which passes under the buttocks connecting the two leg loops It is designed to distribute the forces from the inside of the legs to the outside to lessen the effect of injury following a fall Total Restraint Control on a person s movement by means of connection to an anchorage using non adjustable equipment in such a way that it will physically prevent the person from reaching any position at which there is risk of a fall either over an edge through a surface or due to a failed moveable platform Training Levels Levels of Competency Height Safety Operator A person who is able to perform harness based work at heights under the direct supervision of a height safety supervisor Height Safety Equipment Inspector A person who is competent in the skills needed to detect faults in height safety equipment and to determine remedial action Height Safety Manager A person who is com
42. worker s fall arrest harness while the it will physically prevent the person from event of a fall The unit is equipped wearer is working on the pole reaching any position at which there is risk of Anchorage Connector Provides a connection point onto an anchorage or building structure in order to attach the rest of the fall arrest system Arresting Force The force imposed upon the worker and the anchorage point the moment the fall arrest system stops the fall It is measured in kilo newtons kN a maximum of 6kN is allowable Connector A device used to join together componentsofa personal fall arrest system or parts of a component within the system Compatibility Equipment is deemed compatible when they have been designed to work together in such a way that their size and shape do not cause them to separate inadvertently during use Competent Person AS NZS 1891 1 defines a Competent Person as A person who has through a combination of training education and experience acquired knowledge and skills enabling that person to correctly perform a specified task D Ring Attachment Point An attachment point on the harness which allows for the connection of othercomponentsofa fall protection positioning system such as a lifeline or deceleration device Deceleration Device Any device which utilises an energy absorption component to minimise irm www capitalsafety com 150 9001 1800 245 002 AUS 0800 212 505 NZ
43. worker without endangering other workers in the process 1 o rri Ps GJ c eA EN EN ra m s rri C _ DBI PCI 12 FUNDAMENTAL FACTS OF FALL PROTECTION Gravity never takes a rest A person can always e Fall through a gap or weak surface e Fall over an edge or e Trip or slip down a slope Gravity is there waiting for your bad day when you have a momentary slip up It is not the fall that causes the death or injury Injury is caused by the shock of suddenly stopping or hitting objects or the ground during the fall If there is any risk of a fall consideration should be given to clearance distances and the pendulum effect Australian and New Zealand Standards requires that when using a fall arrest system the maximum fall arrest force that a person can be exposed to is 6kN 611kg Falls from height represent 16 of all fatalities in the workplace in Australia e 5996 of these fatalities were in the construction industry e Most fatal falls are from roofs scaffolding and ladders Source Safe work Australia Notified Fatalities Statistical Report 2009 2010 An effective fall protection plan uses Levels of control This is called a hierarchy of control It uses administrative such as a lock out system and engineering control measures These measures are elimination substitution isolation and fall protection e Hazard a
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