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3.0
Application
3.1
Purpose: The FallTech® Wood Pole Fall Restrict Device is a pole-climbing device to be used as part of a personal fall restrict system for use
when climbing and working on wood utility poles.
3.2
Personal Fall Restrict System: A Personal Fall Restrict System is an assembly of components and subsystems used to restrict or limit
freefall during a fall event. It typically consists of a WPFRD and a properly fitted lineman's body belt. Maximum permissible free fall in a
typical Personal Fall Restrict System is 2' (0.6 m). Ensure that adequate fall clearance exists in the potential fall path to prevent
contact with a lower level or obstruction. The WPFRD discussed in this manual may be used on wood poles only.
3.3
Rescue: Ensure a written rescue plan, method and system is in place and readily available for rapid response. Rescues may require
specialized equipment or measures. Rescue operations are beyond the scope of this manual. See ANSI Z359.4 and Z359.2. See Section 5
for specific instructions for Pole Top Rescue.
4.0
System Requirements
4.1
Capacity: The Falltech WPFRD is designed for use by a single user with a combined maximum weight of user, tools, clothing, etc.,
of 425 lbs (191 kg).
4.2
Compatibility of Connectors: Connectors are considered to be compatible with connecting elements when they have been designed to
work together in such a way that their sizes and shapes do not cause their gate mechanisms to inadvertently open regardless of how
they become oriented. Contact FallTech if you have any questions about compatibility. Connectors must be compatible with the
anchorage or other system components. Do not use equipment that is not compatible. Non-compatible connectors may unintentionally
disengage. Connectors must be compatible in size, shape, and strength. Self-closing, self-locking connectors are required by ANSI, CSA,
ASTM, and OSHA.
4.3
Compatibility of Components: Equipment is designed for use with approved components and subsystems only. Substitutions or
replacements made with non-approved components or subsystems may jeopardize compatibility of equipment and may affect the safety
and reliability of the complete system.
4.4
Making Connections: Only use self-locking connectors with this equipment. Only use connectors that are suitable to each application.
Ensure all connections are compatible in size, shape, and strength. Do not use equipment that is not compatible, see Figure 2.
Visually ensure all connectors are fully closed and locked. Connectors are designed to be used only as specified in each product's user's
instructions.
A
Never connect two active components (snap hooks or carabiners) to each other.
B
Never connect two active components (snap hooks or carabiners) to a single D-ring at the same time.
C
Never connect in a way that would produce a condition of loading on the gate.
D
Never attach to a object in a manner whereby the gate (of the snap hook or carabiner) would be
prevented from fully closing and locking. Always guard against false connections by visually inspecting for closure and lock.
E
Never attach explicitly to a constituent subcomponent (webbing, cable or rope) unless specifically provided for by the manufacturer's instructions for both
subcomponents (snap hook or carabiner and webbing, cable or rope).
F
Never attach in a manner where an element of the connector (gate or release lever) may become caught on the anchor thereby producing additional risk of
false engagement.
G
Never attach a spreader snap hook to two side/positioning D-rings in a manner whereby the D-rings will engage the gates; the gates on a spreader must
always be facing away from the D-rings during work positioning.
MFRD01 Rev A
Figure 2 - Non-Compatible Connections
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