Latchways™ ManSafe Systems User Manual Whitebeck Court FCB
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1. If due to circumstances beyond the control of Eurosafe Solutions Ltd a revisit is required each extra visit will be charged at a rate of 430 plus VAT Payment We to invoice monthly allowing 28 days credit from date of invoice We trust that the above meets with your requirements if however you have any further queries please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned Yours faithfully Louise Powell 13 Unit G Centenary Works Little London Road Sheffield S8 OUJ Tel 0870 777 6940 Fax 0870 777 6941 Email info eurosafesolutions co uk www eurosafesolutions co uk lt gt eurosafesolutions FALL PROTEC TON 6 Annual Test and Inspection Records System Description Test Date Pass Fail Inspection Company Engineer Comments Signature Please Copy as Required aao Unit G Centenary Works Little London Road Sheffield S8 OUJ Tel 0870 777 6940 Fax 0870 777 6941 Email info eurosafesolutions co uk www eurosafesolutions co uk2. VEN aie Petes Latchways ManSafe Systems User Manual Whitebeck Court FCB Roofing 1 Unit G Centenary Works Little London Road Sheffield S8 OUJ Tel 0870 777 6940 Fax 0870 777 6941 Email info eurosafesolutions co uk www eurosafesolutions co uk eurosafesolutions PALL PaAOGTEC TION VEN CONTENTS 1 General Information Contact Information Site Specific Details Use of Fall Protection Systems Personal Protective Equipment PPE Annual Test and Inspection Records Appendix 1 Test certificates Oo N O oO A WO PD Appendix 2 Layout drawings 2 Unit G Centenary Works Little London Road Sheffield S8 OUJ Tel 0870 777 6940 Fax 0870 777 6941 Email info eurosafesolutions co uk www eurosafesolutions co uk eurosafesolutions PALL PAaAOGTECT ON 1 General Information The fall protection system on this project has been installed to reduce the risk experienced by the users when carrying out light maintenance tasks in areas where risks of a fall have been identified It is imperative that the contents of this manual are read and understood by all potential users of the fall protection system The contents of this manual are intended as a reference guide for operatives that have received the relevant training for using the fall protection system IMPORTANT Work at Height should not be attempted by a lone worker All fall protection systems are subject to an a
3. conforms to BS EN361 in conjunction with a fixed length lanyard that conforms to BS EN362 A lanyard and a harness should be used in combination with an energy absorber and this in turn will meet BS EN354 355 5 2 Using a Harness and Lanyard A full body harness must be used by one person only as it is intended for personal protection A good quality harness will allow the end user to adjust the fittings to meet their own physical stature 4 Unit G Centenary Works Little London Road Sheffield S8 OUJ Tel 0870 777 6940 Fax 0870 777 6941 Email info eurosafesolutions co uk www eurosafesolutions co uk S eurosafesolutions PALL PROTECTION The lanyard must be used in conjunction with a full body harness The lanyard comes complete with an energy shock absorber that serves to reduce loads generated in the event of a fall The energy absorber is protected by a protective sleeve and should always be connected to the full body harness and NOT the anchor point The key points to the harness and lanyard are shown below Adjustable Shoulder Straps Screw gate Karabiners _ Back Dorsal Plate to sit between shoulder blades Chest Strap Buckle Shock Absorber Leg Fixings Images Appear Courtesy of P P Ltd Be especially careful when e Using the harness and lanyard in high temperatures such as welding work as the harness should be protected from heat in excess of 60 c e Using acids or other c
4. Schedule 5 part 1 paragraph 1 b states that personal fall protection systems shall be used only if the user and a sufficient number of available persons have received adequate training specific to the operations envisaged To meet your obligation in line with the Work at Height Regulations 2005 Eurosafe Solutions deliver a Latchways approved tailor made training session at the end user s premises and involves both a classroom based and a practical on the system session This site specific course is designed for up to 6no delegates All for the sum of 600 00 six hundred pounds plus VAT 11 Unit G Centenary Works Little London Road Sheffield S8 OUJ Tel 0870 777 6940 Fax 0870 777 6941 Email info eurosafesolutions co uk www eurosafesolutions co uk eurosafesolutions PALL PAaOGTECT ON VEN bog Qualifications This quotation does not include for any repair making good of any system s that may require attention All PPE should be available on the date of inspection Unhindered access to all areas Works to be undertaken in 1 no visit Works to be undertaken in normal working hours Stand down time to be charged at 22 50 per hour Access to roof to be confirmed Any access equipment to be provided by others Free use of shared welfare facilities power lighting and water Any damage caused by testing of eyebolts when applicable in particular to the surrounding area to be rectified by others
5. ase See Test Certificates Number of Users 2No Quantity 8 Systems 99 Linear metres Purpose of System General maintenance i e Gutter access and visual Layout inspection of localised roof areas Access Initial roof access gained by scaffolding Project Reference No 6918 System Reference 6918 GA 01 A 6918 GA 03 A 6918 GA 05 A See attached drawing s 4 Use of Fall Protection System 4 1 Background Prior to using any fall protection system all potential users should have received the relevant training on how to use the systems and the PPE Having received the training users should have read and understood all aspects of this manual If the end user has not received training please contact Eurosafe Solutions on 0870 777 6940 to discuss your requirements 4 2 Pre Use Checks 4 Unit G Centenary Works Little London Road Sheffield S8 OUJ Tel 0870 777 6940 Fax 0870 777 6941 Email info eurosafesolutions co uk www eurosafesolutions co uk VEN aie Ogee e ls there an ID tag on the system and is it in date The maximum number of users on the system should also be indicated on the tag e Check the tensioning discs If this is too tight or too loose it is a key sign of a system fault e Visually inspect the tension of the wire rope this should be fairly tight Signs of slackness are another key sign of a system fault e Check for obvious damage to the end posts and componentry e Always notify the correct personnel tha
6. effield S8 OUJ Tel 0870 777 6940 Fax 0870 777 6941 Email info eurosafesolutions co uk www eurosafesolutions co uk VEN aie Getty It is a legislative requirement under BS EN795 that fall protection solutions are tested and re certified annually by suitably qualified personnel who are approved by Latchways PLC and Eurosafe Solutions Ltd As a Latchways approved Installer Company Eurosafe Solutions Ltd has a team dedicated to the test and inspection of fall protection systems and associated personal protective equipment PPE Our on site engineers are well supported by a dedicated office based team who oversee every stage of the contract Legislation states the following e Fall protection systems to be tested every 12 months BS EN 795 e PPE to be inspected every 12 months BS EN 365 e Eyebolts abseil anchors to be tested every 6 months EN795 amp BS7883 Eurosafe Solutions Ltd understand the headache involved in meeting this legal obligation and that is why a dedicated team offer a nationwide service which is designed specifically to manage the test and inspection works to your building For further details please contact Nicola Andrews Eurosafe Solutions Ltd Unit G Centenary Works Tel 0870 777 6940 Little London Road Fax 0870 777 6941 Sheffield Mail South Yorkshire NicolaA eurosafesolutions co uk S8 OUJ 5 Personal Protective Equipment PPE 5 1 Legislation End users should only wear a full body harness that
7. full body harness as per the manufacturer s instructions All operatives that have received the end user training will be cognisant with the use of a full body harness 5 Unit G Centenary Works Little London Road Sheffield S8 OUJ Tel 0870 777 6940 Fax 0870 777 6941 Email info eurosafesolutions co uk www eurosafesolutions co uk urosafesolutions P A i DOA T ri x E e h amp mw ES ILO N 4 3 2 Attach the Latchways transfastener to the system as shown below 1 Visually inspect the tranfastener 2 Open the gate to one side and pull for any obvious damage defects the slipper to the same side 3 Place the transfastener over the wire 4 Close the gate by pulling the top on the open side with the slipper at portion across the wire the opposite side to the wire 5 Complete the closing of the gate 6 Pull the gate together so the eyelets line up and the slipper is against the wire see Section 4 3 3 4 3 3 Fasten the lanyard to the transfastener via the screw gate karabiner 6 Unit G Centenary Works Little London Road Sheffield S8 OUJ Tel 0870 777 6940 Fax 0870 777 6941 Email info eurosafesolutions co uk www eurosafesolutions co uk 4 3 4 4 3 5 4 3 6 VEN aie Qana Once securely fastened onto the horizontal system progress may be made Carry out works as necessary by moving around the roof area attached to the horizontal ManSafe system as required Ensure that the transfa
8. hemicals 5 3 Inspection All harnesses and lanyards should be comprehensively inspected both before and after use paying particular attention to the webbing and the buckles Also be sure to look for any cuts in the harness material Should you have any queries concerning your harness or lanyard please call Eurosafe Solutions on 0870 777 6940 to arrange for the item to be sent and an inspection to be undertaken Other key areas to look for include 9 Unit G Centenary Works Little London Road Sheffield S8 OUJ Tel 0870 777 6940 Fax 0870 777 6941 Email info eurosafesolutions co uk www eurosafesolutions co uk eurosafesolutions PALL PAGTECTION Damaged webbing and Wear at the end shock absorber protector of the absorber loop by abrasion at connection The simple criteria for all PPE is If in doubt don t use it 5 4Cleaning and Storage All PPE should be stored in a clean cool dry area that is free from chemical fumes and or corrosive elements Direct sunlight should also be avoided All harnesses lanyards should be cleaned after use as this actively prolongs the life of the harness A harness should be cleaned in 30 c water with mild detergent if preferred but rinsed afterwards with clean fresh water The harness should then be dried naturally before storage PPE harnesses lanyards should be hung up and stored in a ventilated cabinet where possible 1 0 Unit G Centenary Works Litt
9. le London Road Sheffield S8 OUJ Tel 0870 777 6940 Fax 0870 777 6941 Email info eurosafesolutions co uk www eurosafesolutions co uk eurosafesolutions PALL PAaOGTECT ON LP amp 1284 24 November 2010 Quotation No 284 Dear Sirs Re Annual Test and Inspection of Fall Protection Systems Whitebeck Court Further to our visit last year to install the fall protection systems please note that these systems are due for an annual test and inspection on 1 July 2011 Please find below our quotation for undertaking these works required under EN795 the European normative laid down for the design and installation of ManSafe systems and to maintain the manufacturers warranty for the system Our quotation also includes for a tactile inspection of the personal protective equipment PPE which is used in conjunction with the fall protection systems Under BS EN 365 1993 PPE should be inspected every 12 months This quotation includes for a full visual inspection of all components a mechanical swage joint test the updating of all relevant signage and the subsequent issue of test certificates One Year We are able to offer 2 no engineers to attend site to undertake the annual test and inspection of the 8 no fall protection systems installed For the sum of 430 00 four hundred and thirty pounds Plus VAT We now offer our services on a longer term contract invoiced annually to enable all customers to take advan
10. nnual test and inspection This is required under BS EN 795 Before each use all preliminary inspections see Section 4 3 should be carried out as stated in their end user training The manual is NOT intended as a substitute for training 2 Contact Info Eurosafe Solutions Ltd carried out the installation of the fall protection systems Should you have any queries or if you require any assistance concerning the use maintenance or training in the use of the fall protection system please contact Eurosafe Solutions Ltd using the details below and quoting your reference number see page 4 Eurosafe Solutions Ltd Unit G Centenary Works T 0870 777 6940 Little London Road F 0870 777 6941 Sheffield E info eurosafesolutions co uk South Yorkshire S8 OUJ Eurosafe Solutions Ltd carried out these works on behalf of FCB Roofing OL10 1NH FCB House 121 Railway Street Heywood Simon Whittle Lancashire 0870 803 5190 3 Unit G Centenary Works Little London Road Sheffield S8 OUJ Tel 0870 777 6940 Fax 0870 777 6941 Email info eurosafesolutions co uk www eurosafesolutions co uk eurosafesolutions PALL PAaOGTECT ON VEN kog 3 Site Specific Details Equipment Provided Latchways ManSafe Fall Protection System System type Fall Restraint Designed to cope with fall arrest loadings Location Various Please See Test Certificates Installation Date Various Please See Test Certificates Inspection Date Various Ple
11. stener is guided carefully over Latchways components whilst moving around the system Due to the nature of the layout of the ManSafe system on some projects there may be a number of instances where there are 2no adjacent systems The process of transferring from one system to the next is as follows a The operative will traffic to a point as close to the desired system as possible whilst still attached to the current fall protection system we will call this system A The desired system will be called system B The PPE required will be a full body harness with twin lanyards b Upon reaching system B the operative will attach to system B with the spare lanyard lanyard 2 c At this point the operative is connected to both system A and B They will unclip lanyard 1 from the transfastener leaving one point of contact lanyard 2 to system B d With the transfastener free from a screw gate karabiner it can now be detached from system A e The transfastener is then attached to system B f Lanyard 1 which was previously attached to the transfastener on system A is now attached to the transfastener now on system B g It is now safe for the operative to remove lanyard 2 from system B and to progress along the system to the require location This process of transferring can be carried out at any point where there are two adjacent systems 4 4Ongoing Maintenance 1 Unit G Centenary Works Little London Road Sh
12. t you intend working at height e Check that the PPE is in good order and that it has not exceeded the date of obscelesence This date is 5 years from the date of manufacture once removed from packaging or 7 years from the date of manufacture if still in packaging refer to the harness certification Never access the roof in adverse weather conditions 4 3 Use of System Any necessary permit to work on the system must be obtained from the appropriate personnel assumed to be the building manager before using the systems The appropriate personnel should ensure that all annual maintenance inspections of the system are up to date and that warning signs are clearly posted Before use all users should carry out the above pre use checks This applies to each individual system If any of the above checkpoints are noted the system must not be used and an immediate report should be made to the building manager Systems should not be used again until the necessary checks have been carried out and if required repair works undertaken It is imperative that only full body safety harnesses and energy absorbing lanyards are used with the Latchways systems All PPE must comply with EN361 and lanyards to EN360 see section 5 All karabiners must be of the screw gate type and conform to EN362 The use of any other type of harness or lanyard will invalidate the installer s and Latchways warranty for the safety systems 4 3 1 Fit the
13. tage of using Eurosafe Solutions repeatedly Each year we will contact you to arrange the date for testing your fall protection systems thus reducing the administration time and cost involved in arranging our services 11 Unit G Centenary Works Little London Road Sheffield S8 OUJ Tel 0870 777 6940 Fax 0870 777 6941 Email info eurosafesolutions co uk www eurosafesolutions co uk eurosafesolutions PALL PAaAOGTEC TION 3 Year Deal For the sum of 390 00 three hundred and ninety pounds Plus VAT per year 5 Year Deal For the sum of 370 00 three hundred and seventy pounds Plus VAT per year Lightning Conductor Testing amp Gutter Cleaning We are able to offer lightning conductor testing in accordance with BS 6651 1999 BS 62305 2006 and BS 7340 1998 Eurosafe Solutions are also able to offer you a fully comprehensive gutter cleaning service where upon completion we will provide you with a detailed report to show you exactly what is happening in your gutters For further details please do not hesitate to contact us on 0870 777 6940 Training in the Use of Fall protection Systems As your company acts as a principal roofing contractor and therefore a Duty Holder in accordance with the Work at Height Regulations 2005 you have a legal obligation to ensure that anyone required to work at height is provided with competent training in the safe use of fall protection systems The Work at Height Regulations 2005
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