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shall make a statement to that effect.
• When intended to be used in fall arrest systems, it is essential for safety to verify the free space required beneath the
user at the workplace before each use, so that in case of a fall there will be no collision with the ground or other
obstacle in the fall path.
• Be aware of hazards that may affect the performance or cause failure of the equipment, such as:
• Extreme temperatures (below -15° and above +50°) UV degradation
• Aggressive environmental conditions including sand & grit, cement, hot surfaces, naked flames, welding splatter,
sparks, electrical conductivity
• Contact with: sharp edges, abrasive surfaces, chemicals
• Immediately stop using the product if it is exposed to any of the above or is damaged in any way until it has been
inspected by a competent person.
• Ensure that when using a "Y" energy absorbing lanyard, that when one leg / lanyard is not attached to the structure it
must not be clipped back into the user's harness, only on the lanyard keepers made specially for this use. Ideally, both
ends should stay attached to the structure at all times, or when one leg / lanyard is not in use it is attached to the other
leg that is attached.
• Ensure that the Date of First use is recorded in this instruction booklet.
• It is essential for the safety of the user that if the product is re-sold outside the original country of destination the
reseller shall provide instructions for use, for maintenance, for periodic examination and for repair in the language of
the country in which the product is to be used.
COMPATIBILITY
The system must use connectors conforming to EN 362, fall arrest lanyard conforming to EN 355 or restraint lanyard
conforming to EN 354 or work positioning lanyard conforming to EN 358 or retractable fall arrester conforming to EN 360
or fall arrest system confirming to EN 353, an anchor point conforming to EN 795.
A full body harness (including EN 361, EN 358, EN 813 and EN 1497) is the only body-holding device that may be used.
It may be dangerous to create one's own fall arrest system where each safety function can interfere with another safety
function. Read the recommendations on using each component in the system before use.
The instructions for use for the individual components are to be observed. Also ensure that the harness has an
attachment point located appropriately in relation to the fall arrester.
LIFETIME
The life of the lanyard depends on the condition of the harness, it must be free from defects as identified in section
INSPECTION. If free from defects, the maximum life span of the lanyard is 10 years from the date of manufacture.
If in any doubts, please contact JSP Safety.
STORAGE AND TRANSPORT
The Personal Protective Equipment must be transported in a package that protects against moisture, mechanical,
chemical and thermal attack. Store in a cool dry place. Avoid humid & acidic environment for storage
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance of this JSP Lanyard must only be carried out by a trained and competent person, who will:
• Ensure that NO alterations to the lanyard are made
• Clean the product using the following procedure: using only warm water and a mild detergent if required, clean
with a sponge or soft nylon brush. Use fresh clean water to rinse the detergent off the lanyard and then drip dry the
equipment, allowing the lanyard to thoroughly dry out before next use.
• Ensure that the following cleaning methods are NOT used: water over 40º C, bleach, any detergent not suitable for
bare skin, wire brushes or other scouring agents, jet wash or other power products, radiators or other direct heat sources.
• Ensure that a thorough visual and tactile examination of the lanyard is made after cleaning, before the item is allowed
to be re-used.
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INSPECTION
PRE-USE CHECK
Users of JSP Lanyards must carry out a pre use inspection before each and every use:
• One fall indicator is present on the karabiner side of the energy absorber on
certain lanyards. If the label is not present and the stitching is destroyed or
if the red cross is visible, do not use the Lanyard.
• Checking the webbing and/or rope for: cuts, tears and nicks, abrasion, fraying,
thinning, heat damage, mould and paint, evidence of chemical & U.V light
attack, which will be seen as discolouration, softening or hardening of the
webbing and/or rope.
• Checking the stitch patterns for: broken or abraded stitches, loosened stitching,
pulled and loops of stitching, long tails of thread.
• Checking the metal fittings for: rust and pitting, cracks, distortion / deformity, excessive wear.
• Checking the connectors for: rust and pitting, cracks, distortion / deformity, excessive wear, functioning freely and
correctly, correct alignment of the gate.
• Checking any triangular link interconnection within a lanyard for: rust and pitting, cracks, distortion / deformity,excessive
wear, secure and tight connection.
• Checking any plastic primary or secondary components for: correct placement, cracks, distortion / deformity, excessive
wear, damage.
• Checking the legibility of the product markings
If any defect or damage is identified, the connector should not be used. It should be taken to a competent person
responsible for the detailed recorded inspections for a thorough visual and tactile examination.
DETAILED RECORDED INSPECTION
Detailed recorded inspections should:
• Be carried out by a trained competent person to ensure the safety and integrity of the product
• Recorded in the record table contained within these User Instructions
• Be carried out on a regular basis. The frequency of the detailed recorded inspection should:
• Be deemed through risk assessment taking into account legislation, equipment type, frequency of use, and
environmental conditions, which may accelerate the rate of deterioration and physical damage
• Be carried out at least every 12 months regardless of usage
• If any damage of failure are observed, the product should be removed from service and replaced immediately
INSPECTION CARD
This user manual and operating instructions are part of the safety system and all users should be totally familiar with its
contents. It should be kept in a safe place and be freely available to users at all times. When this product is removed
from its packaging the table on the opposite page should be completed taking the information from the product label. The
table below should be used to record all Detailed Recorded Inspections at a frequency deemed through risk assessment
but at least every 12 months.
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