Proper Use Of D-Rings; Calculating Fall Clearance Distance - Honeywell Miller 650T/UGK Manuel D'utilisation

5.0 Proper Use of D-Rings

are for
fall arrest
or retrieval only.
[Note Exception: Front D-rings may be used for fall arrest only in applications where the personal fall arrest sys-
tem limits the maximum free fall distance to 2 ft. (0.6m) and limits the maximum arrest force to 900 lbs. (4.0kN).]

6.0 Calculating Fall Clearance Distance

each work application to avoid contact with a lower level. The following basic calcula-
tions are used to determine Required Fall Clearance when using a shock-absorbing lanyard or
self-retracting lifeline in an overhead application. As many variables can affect fall clearance, it
is imperative that the user refer to the instructions provided with the connecting device for more
comprehensive information.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
connection point of the lanyard (to the anchorage connector or anchorage) to the next
obstruction.
Us er In stru ctio ns - Engli sh
Grasp the loose end webbing
1
strap and pull to tighten. Tuck
excess webbing into elastic
keepers. Use web finials to
secure webbing strap (if ap-
plicable).
2
are for
positioning. Note front
D-ring exception below.
WARNING! Always ensure that the connecting device snap hook
is properly engaged, and is closed and locked.
Note: An improper or incomplete engagement is possible when the inside diam-
eter of the D-ring is very close to the width of the snap hook. As a result, when at-
tempting to engage the snap hook of a connecting device with a D-ring at the back
of a harness, the user experiences a feeling of proper engagement while in fact
the snap hook sits only inside the D-ring. This improper or incomplete engage-
ment is unsafe and is likely to come apart during a fall arrest.
To loosen, press ridged side
of cam to release grip, and
push buckle outward to allow
webbing to pull through.
positioning only.
10
are for
for retrieval only.
are
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