USER`S MANUAL - EZ Safety Supply
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1. not structurally capable of withstanding anticipated loads in the direction of the fall TRAINING SHOULD BE CONDUCTED WITHOUT EXPOSING ANYONE TO A FALL HAZARD TRAINING SHOULD BE REPEATED ON A PERIODIC BASIS IN ACCORDANCE WITH YOUR ORGANIZATION S POLICY AND COMPLIANCE WITH OSHA REGULATIONS Guardian Fall Protection Kent WA 800 466 6385 www guardianfall com Page 10 GUARDIAN FALL PROTECTION SWIVEL CONCRETE ANCHOR INSTALLATION INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS To ensure the safe use of the Swivel Concrete Anchor the following requirements must be observed e The Swivel Concrete Anchor is NOT intended for use in wood steel hollow block grout or lightweight concrete e The concrete in which the anchor is secured must have a compressive strength of 3 000 psi e The concrete base material must be at least 6 inches thick e The mounting hole must be at least 15 inches away from any obstruction that might prevent the D Ring from swiveling freely when a PFAS is attached to it e When mounting more than one Swivel Concrete Anchor they must be separated by at least 10 inches e Drill bits used to create the mounting holes must conform to ANSI B212 5 e Arotary hammer and a hammer are required for installation INSTALLATION STEP 1 Inspect the Swivel Concrete Anchor before installation Do NOT use if there are signs of damage defect or missing parts Guardian Fall Protection Kent WA 800 466 6385 www guardian2. protect the user in the event of a fall PFAS typically include a full body harness a connecting component and a secure anchor point Maximum permissible fall is six 6 feet e RESTRAINT The Swivel Concrete Anchor can be used as a component of a restraint system to prevent the user from reaching a fall hazard Restraint systems typically include a full body harness a lanyard or restraint line and a secure anchor point NO VERTICAL FREE FALL IS PERMITTED e PERSONNEL RIDING The Swivel Concrete Anchor can be used as a component of a personnel riding system to transport or suspend the user the user vertically Typical personnel riding systems include full body harness boatswains chair or seat board and a back up PFAS NO VERTICAL FREE FALL IS PERMITTED e RESCUE The Swivel Concrete Anchor can be used as a component of a rescue system There are various configurations for rescue systems depending on the type of rescue NO VERTICAL FREE FALL IS PERMITTED APPLICABLE STANDARDS This product is designed to comply with OSHA and ANSI Z359 1 standards when used properly and in accordance with manufacturer s instructions Standards might include OSHA regulations depending on the type of work being done and also might include state regulations if applicable Consult regulatory agencies for more information on personal fall arrest systems and associated components Guardian Fall Protection equipment is designed to be used with Guardian approv
3. GUARDIAN FALL PROTECTION PERFORMANCE SAFETY GEAR Swivel Concrete Anchor USER S MANUAL DO NOT THROW AWAY THESE INSTRUCTIONS READ AND UNDERSTAND BEFORE USING EQUIPMENT Guardian Fall Protection Kent WA 800 466 6385 www guardianfall com Page 1 GUARDIAN FALL PROTECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION USER INFORMATION GENERAL SYSTEM SELECTION CRITERIA Serva she E E A aimed TRAINING REQUIREMENT ic cerenraneccricecermeen nana NT OEA mete RESCUE PLAN DESCRIPTION OF GUARDIAN SWIVEL CONCRETE ANCHOR ee ee MAINTENANCE CLEANING AND STORAGE cee ceeeeececeeceseeeaceceeceeaeaeeeesceaaaeceeeeseeaaeeceeeeeeeseaeaeeees LIMITATIONS SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS os rn Tree eT een een rr rene ANCHORAGE STRENGTH REQUIREMENTS snd gaat vaste PEE A BEFORE INSTALLING THE SWIVEL CONCRETE ANCHOR eee cecceeceeeeeeeeceeceeeeeaeeceeeeeenaaeees SWIVEL CONCRETE ANCHOR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS eee seseseeeeceseeeeeeeeseeeneenes Page 3 Page 3 Page 4 Page 4 Page 4 Page 5 Page 5 Page 6 Page 6 Page 7 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 13 Page 14 Do not alter or misuse the equipment unless approved by manufacturer Do not use combinations of components or subsystems that may affect or interfere with the safe compatible function of each other Do not expose the equipment to chemicals which may produce a harmful effect or degrade the equipment Consult manufacturer in cases where doub
4. NING DAMAGED UNITS PRIOR TO EACH USE e Fall protection passive and active equipment shall be inspected by the user for defects damage or deterioration e Any suspected defective equipment shall be removed from service e Ifthe manufacturer s label is not legible or is missing the equipment shall be removed from service CONSULT WITH YOUR DOCTOR IS THERE IS REASON TO DOUBT YOUR FITNESS TO SAFELY ABSORB THE SHOCK FROM A FALL ARREST AGE FITNESS AND HEALTH CONDITIONS CAN SERIOUSLY AFFECT A WORKER S ABILITY TO WITHSTAND FALLS PREGNANT WOMEN OR MINORS MUST NOT USE ANY GUARDIAN FALL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT Guardian Fall Protection Kent WA 800 466 6385 www guardianfall com Page 6 GUARDIAN FALL PROTECTION PRODUCT APPLICATION INFORMATION The Guardian Swivel Concrete Anchor is designed for use as an anchor point for personal fall arrest fall restraint personnel riding and as part of a rescue system Do NOT use the Swivel Concrete Anchor in ways not addressed in this instruction manual e WORK POSITIONING The Swivel Concrete Anchor can be used as a component of a work positioning system to support the user at a work position Typical work positioning systems include a full body harness positioning lanyard and a back up personal fall arrest system Maximum permissible free fall is two 2 feet e PERSONAL FALL ARREST The Swivel Concrete Anchor can be used as a component of a Personal Fall Arrest System PFAS to
5. Swivel Concrete Anchor is attached must sustain static loads applied in the directions permitted by the work positioning system of at least 3 000 Ibs or twice the potential impact load whichever is greater Only one work positioning system may be attached to the Swivel Concrete Anchor e FALL ARREST The structure to which the Swivel Concrete Anchor is attached must sustain static loads applied in the directions permitted by the fall arrest system of at least 3 600 Ibs with the certification of a Qualified Person or 5 000 Ibs without certification Refer to OSHA and ANSI for specific definition This anchor is to be used by one worker only Do not tie off equipment Anchorages used for attachment of a personal fall arrest system shall be independent of any anchorage being used to support or suspend platforms e RESTRAINT The structure to which the anchor point is attached must sustain static loads applied in the directions permitted by the restraint system or at least 3 000 Ibs Only one fall restraint system may be attached to the Swivel Concrete Anchor Guardian Fall Protection Kent WA 800 466 6385 www guardianfall com Page 9 GUARDIAN FALL PROTECTION ANCHORAGE STRENGTH REQUIREMENT continued e RESCUE The structure to which the anchor point is attached must sustain static loads applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least 3 000 Ibs e PERSONNEL RIDING The structure to which the Swivel Concrete Anchor is attached
6. age 3 GUARDIAN FALL PROTECTION GENERAL SYSTEM SELECTION CRITERIA Selection of fall protection shall be made by a Competent Person All fall protection equipment shall be purchased new and unused The equipment is designed for use as a part of a personal fall protection system Components shall not be used for any other operation other than that which it has been designed and approved Fall Protection Systems shall be designed to comply with OSHA or applicable state regulatory limitations Systems must be used in a compliant manner Consult a doctor if there is any reason to doubt a user s ability to withstand and safely absorb fall arrest forces or perform setup of equipment Age fitness and health conditions can seriously affect the worker should a fall occur Pregnant women and minors should not use this equipment DO NOT HANG EQUIPMENT RIGGING OR STAGING FROM FALL PROTECTION ANCHORS TRAINING REQUIREMENTS The employer must ensure that each employee who might be exposed to fall hazards has been trained by a Competent or Qualified Person The training program must include the following e The ability to recognize the hazards of falling e The procedures to be followed in order to minimize these hazards e All Relevant Federal State and local regulatory requirements procedures and standards e Correct erecting maintaining disassembling and inspection of the fall protection systems being used e Use of personal
7. ces to under 1 800 bs Inspect before immediately Do not remove this label it must be present at all times STEP 1 inspect the Swivel Concrete Anchor before installation Do NOT use if there are signs of damage defect or missing parts STEP 2 Use a rotary hammer and 11 16 44 or 18 mm bit to drill a hole to the depth of 4 3 8 STEP 3 Clean the hole using compressed air or a blow out hammer The hole must be empty of all debris a STEP 4 Use a hammer to drive the Swivel Concrete Anchor into the hole The a D Ring bracket should be seated firmly against the concrete Do not expand the anchor bolt by hand before completing installation STEP 5 Use a 15 16 wrench to tighten the bolt to 59 Ibs Guardian Fall Protection Kent WA 800 466 6385 www guardianfall com Page 13 GUARDIAN FALL PROTECTION INSPECTION LOG USER MUST INSPECT EQUIPMENT BEFORE EACH USE COMPETENT PERSON TO INSPECT AND INITIAL AT LEAST EVERY 6 MONTHS Date of First Use pw sf ef Mitel sfrlafsfofwi po This is a permanent system and has no expiration date However regular semi annual inspection is required Guardian Fall Protection Inc 800 466 6385 26609 79 Ave S Kent WA 98032 www guardianfall com Guardian Fall Protection Kent WA 800 466 6385 www guardianfall com Page 14
8. ed components Please contact Guardian if you have a question regarding compatibility Making substitutions without approval from Guardian Fall Protection may lead to injuries or death by compromising the safety and reliability of the complete system Guardian Fall Protection Kent WA 800 466 6385 www guardianfall com Page 7 GUARDIAN FALL PROTECTION LIMITATIONS Consider the following application limitations before using this equipment e CAPACITY The Swivel Concrete Anchor is designed for use by persons with a combined weight clothing tools etc or no more than 310 Ibs using an approved connecting system No more than one personal protective system may be connected at one time e FREE FALL Personal Fall Arrest Systems PFAS used with this equipment must be rigged to limit the freefall to six 6 feet as called out in ANSI Z359 1 Only qualified and personnel trained on the proper use of fall protection such as this anchor are allowed to use this product Restraint Personnel Riding and Rescue systems must be rigged so that no vertical free fall is possible e FALL CLEARANCE There must be sufficient clearance below the use to arrest a fall before the user strikes the ground or any other obstruction A hazard assessment by a trained and Competent Person is recommended before any work is started that would include the use of fall protection Consider the following when calculating distance Deceleration Distance Mov
9. ement of harness attachment D Ring Free Fall Distance User Height how tall the user is could affect the free fall distance Elevation of the Swivel Concrete Anchor Connecting Subsystem Length e SWING FALLS Swing falls occur when the anchorage point is not directly above the point where a fall occurs The force of striking an object in a swing fall may cause serious injury or death Minimize the risk of swing falls by working as close to the anchorage point as possible Do NOT permit a swing fall if injury could occur Swing falls will significantly increase the clearance required when a self retracting lifeline or other variable length connecting system is used ATTACH TO OVERHEAD ANCHORS SWING FALLS INCREASE FALL ARREST DISTANCE e POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS Use of fall protection equipment in areas with environmental hazards may require additional precautions to prevent injury to the user or damage to the equipment Hazards may include but are not limited to chemicals corrosive environments high voltage power lines gases moving machinery and sharp edges Guardian Fall Protection Kent WA 800 466 6385 www guardianfall com Page 8 GUARDIAN FALL PROTECTION SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS e COMPATIBILITY OF COMPONENTS Guardian Fall Protection equipment is designed to be used with Guardian approved components Please contact Guardian if you have a question regarding compatibility Making substitutions without approval fr
10. fall arrest systems RESCUE PLAN The user is required to have a rescue plan and the means at hand to implement it when using the equipment The plan shall be project specific Employees shall be trained in self rescue or alternate means shall be provided for prompt rescue in the event of a fall Guardian Fall Protection Kent WA 800 466 6385 www guardianfall com Page 4 GUARDIAN FALL PROTECTION ANY EQUIPMENT SUBJECTED TO THE FORCES OF A FALL ARREST MUST BE REMOVED FROM SERVICE IMMEDIATELY CONTACT YOUR DISTRIBUTOR OR GUARDIAN ABOUT POLICIES REGARDING REPLACEMENT OF GUARDIAN COMPONONENTS INVOLVED IN A FALL DESCRIPTION OF GUARDIAN SWIVEL CONCRETE ANCHOR The Guardian Swivel Concrete Anchor consists of a forged steel D Ring an alloy steel anchor bolt and a swivel D Ring bracket It is used for Fall Restraint Fall Arrest Work Positioning or as a Personnel Riding System It can be used as an anchor point for overhead horizontal or vertical concrete applications K lt s gt a 4 MAINTENANCE CLEANING AND STORAGE e Repairs to the Guardian Swivel Concrete Anchor can be made only by a Guardian representative or person authorized by Guardian Contact Guardian for maintenance and repair e Cleaning after use is important for maintaining the safety and life of the equipment e Cleanse the equipment of all dirt corrosives and contaminants e If the Guardian Swivel Concrete Anchor cannot simply be wiped clean u
11. fall com Page 11 GUARDIAN FALL PROTECTION SWIVEL CONCRETE ANCHOR INSTALLATION continued STEP 2 Use a rotary hammer and 11 16 or 18 mm bit to drill a hole to the depth of 4 3 8 STEP 3 Clean the hole using compressed air or a blow out hammer The hole must be empty of all debris STEP 4 Use a hammer to drive the Swivel Concrete Anchor into the hole The D Ring bracket should be seated firmly against the concrete Do not expand the anchor bolt by hand before completing installation Guardian Fall Protection Kent WA 800 466 6385 www guardianfall com Page 12 GUARDIAN FALL PROTECTION SWIVEL CONCRETE ANCHOR INSTALLATION continued STEP 5 Use a 15 16 wrench to tighten the bolt Note the red cap will break off once the proper torque is reached LABELS These labels must be present and legible on the Guardian Swivel Concrete Anchor at all times Complies with OSHA ANSI Z359 1 amp 26609 79th Ave S ANSI A10 32 2004 Kent WA 98032 Part NO Mfg Date 1 800 466 6385 Capacity 1 person 310lbs Call manufacturer for exceptions Materials Stainless steel collar stamped d ring with zinc finish zinc plated bolt Read and fully understand the manufacturer s instructions supplied with this product Use this product only as intended by the manufacturer failure to do so may result in serious injury or death Any connecting sub system attached to this anchor must limit fall arrest for
12. must sustain static loads applied in the directions permitted by the personnel riding system of at least 2 500 Ibs Only one personnel riding system may be attached to a single Swivel Concrete Anchor BEFORE INSTALLING THE SWIVEL CONCRETE ANCHOR Before installation plan your system Consider all factors that will affect your safety during use of this equipment The following list give important points to consider when planning your system e ANCHORAGE Select a rigid anchorage capable of supporting the loads no less than 5 000 Ibs per worker attached e SHARP EDGES Avoid working where system components may be in contact with or abrade against unprotected sharp edges e RESCUE OSHA requires that the employer have a rescue plan when using this equipment The employer must have the ability to perform a rescue quickly and safely e AFTER A FALL Components which have been subjected to the forces of arresting a fall must be removed from service and destroyed e LOCATION Select a location for installing the Swivel Concrete Anchor that has adequate strength and will provide overall safety The anchorage must be free of deformities weather deterioration or defets that may weaken the structure e STRUCTURE The structure to which the Swivel Concrete Anchor is attached must be void of any cracks corrosion and defects that may weaken the structure Do not install anchor to gable ends unknown anchorages damaged framing or framing that is
13. om Guardian may lead to injuries and or death by compromising the safety and reliability of the complete system A Qualified Person can make a determination on compatibility of equipment from different manufacturers If in doubt please contact Guardian for clarification e COMPATIBILITY OF CONNECTORS Connectors D Rings hooks carabiners must be capable of supporting at least 5 000 Ibs Non compatible connectors may unintentionally disengage Self locking snap hooks and carabiners are required by ANSI and OSHA Connectors must be compatible in size shape and strength e MAKING CONNECTIONS Only use self locking snaphooks and carabiners with any Guardian equipment Do not use equipment that is not compatible If you have any questions on compatibility please call Guardian LARGE THROAT OPENING SNAPHOOKS 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 SNAPHOOKS ARE DESIGNED FOR USE ON FIXED STRUCTURAL ELEMENTS SUCH AS REBAR OR CROSS MEMEBERS THAT ARE NOT SHAPED IN A WAY THAT CAN CAPTURE THE GATE OF THE HOOK ANCHORAGE STRENGTH REQUIREMENT The anchorage strength required is dependent on the application Following are anchorage strength requirements for specific applications Ensure that any anchorage point used in the personal fall protection system meet the following requirements e WORK POSITIONING The structure to which
14. se a mild soap and water rinse wipe to dry e Store the Guardian Swivel Concrete Anchor where it cannot be affected by heat light excessive moisture oil chemicals or other degrading elements Guardian Fall Protection Kent WA 800 466 6385 www guardianfall com Page 5 GUARDIAN FALL PROTECTION INSPECTION e Before each use the worker must inspect all fall protection equipment A formal inspection must be made by a Competent or Qualified Person other than the user at least every six months Record the results of these inspections in the Inspection Log in the back of this manual e Inspect the torque setting If it is loose the Swivel Concrete Anchor may not have been installed properly or might have been tampered with If the torque setting is loose or shows any other signs of being tampered with it must be removed from service immediately It may not be used in any fall protection applications e Inspect the Swivel Concrete Anchor to insure proper embedment The D Ring flange must be seated firmly against the concrete e Inspect the D Ring for cracks corrosion wear or other damage that may affect its strength or operation e Inspect the D Ring bracket for deformation cracks wear or other damage that may affect its strength or operation The bracket should freely swivel on the bolt IF ANY COMPONONENT OF THE SWIVEL CONCRETE ANCHOR DOES NOT PASS INSPECTION REMOVE FROM SERVICE IMMEDIATELY CONTACT GUARDIAN ABOUT RETUR
15. t exists Do not use the equipment around moving machinery or electrical hazards unless specifically designed for such use Do not use the equipment around sharp edges or abrasive surfaces unless intended for such use Guardian Fall Protection Kent WA 800 466 6385 www guardianfall com Page 2 GUARDIAN FALL PROTECTION INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Guardian Swivel Concrete Anchor This manual should be read and understood in its entirety and used as part of a training program as required by OSHA or any applicable state regulatory agency This and any other included instructions must be made available to the users of the equipment The user must understand the proper equipment use and limitations This product meets all applicable OSHA and ANSI standards for fall protection This manual covers the maintenance installation and use of the Guardian Swivel Concrete Anchor This manual covers Guardian Part Numbers 00240 00241 00242 00243 00244 Swivel Concrete Anchor w Collar No Bolt HSL 3 B M12 5 Bolt Swivel Anchor Bolt Only Swivel Concrete Anchor Kit Includes 1 00240 Swivel Concrete Anchor 1 00241 Swivel Concrete Anchor Bolt HSL 3 B M12 5 Swivel Concrete Anchor Bolt 5 Pack HSL 3 B M12 5 Swivel Concrete Anchor Bolt 12 Pack HSL 3 B M12 5 USER INFORMATION Date of First Use Serial Trainer User Guardian Fall Protection Kent WA 800 466 6385 www guardianfall com P
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