JSP LIFELINE FAR0804 Instructions Pour L'utilisation, L'entretien Et L'inspection page 3

The horizontal lifeline must be used for fall protection equipment and not for lifting equipment or persons.
1. Identify two suitable anchorage points that will provide access to the areas required
once the Temporary Horizontal Lifeline is fully rigged. Ensure that the strength
of these anchor is equal to, or exceeds, 18kN for textile and 12kN for metal, by
consulting a competent person who can assess such anchorage points.
2. Attach the connector on the shorter side of the Temporary Horizontal Lifeline to one
of the anchor points (using if necessary the anchor sling delivered FAR0515).
3. Unreel the webbing roll, taking the other connector and connecting to the other
anchor point (using the second anchor sling FAR0515 if necessary).
4. Pull the extra webbing through the ratchet such that the Temporary Horizontal
Lifeline line becomes fairly taught.
5. Use the Ratchet Tensioner to tighten the Temporary Horizontal Lifeline such that it
becomes taught. Ensure that it is not tightened excessively. Roll the extra webbing
manually and place it in to the bag.
6. Connect either the termination connector of the lanyard, or a retractable lanyard to the
anchorage line while connecting the other end to the attachment element of your harness.
7. You can now work comfortably along the Temporary Horizontal Lifeline line while
remaining anchored at all times.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Temporary Horizontal Lifeline & the anchor points need to be above the user's head when it is possible. The
Temporary Horizontal Lifeline is intended for use on spans up to 20 metres. A fall of a person of 100 kg with the anchor
line fitted on spans of 5m, 10m & 20m results in the following typical peak line deflection, from the original position:
Span Peak Line Tension (kN)
5 11.1
20 7.6
LIMITATIONS
• Do not use if you have any medical conditions which could affect your safety in both normal and emergency use.
• The equipment shall only be used by a person trained and competent in its safe use.
• A rescue plan shall be in place to deal with any emergencies that could arise during work.
• Do not make any alterations or additions to the equipment without the manufacturer's prior written consent.
• The equipment should not be used outside its limitation, or for any purpose other than that for which it is intended.
• The equipment should be the personal property of the user.
• Ensure the compatibility of items of equipment when assembled into a system.
Deflection (m)
0.83
2.44
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• It is important to check before use for any dangers that may arise by the use of combinations of equipment in which
the safe function of any one item is affected by or interferes with the safe function of another.
• Carry out a pre-use check of the product, to ensure that it is in a serviceable condition & operates correctly before it
is used.
• Withdraw from use any equipment where there is any doubt about its condition for safe use or if it has been used to
arrest a fall. Do not use again until it is confirmed by a competent person.
• Ensure that the anchor devices are of sufficient strength for the potential end loadings in the event of a fall (18kN for
textile and 12 kN for metal) and that it should be only used for personal fall protection equipment and not for lifting
equipment.
• Connect to the Temporary Horizontal Lifeline using connectors as per EN 362 & ensure that they are locked properly. It
is advisable to connect the dorsal attachment D-Ring of the harness of the user. However the front attachment element
may be used if situation does not permit.
• When intended to be used in a fall arrest systems, it is essential for safety that the anchor device or anchor point
should always be positioned and the work carried out in such a way as to minimise both the pendulum and the
potential fall distance. When the fall arrest system must be placed above the position of the user, the manufacturer
shall make a statement to that effect.
• The device should be used as a part of a fall arrest system, this system limit the maximum dynamic forces exerted
on the user during the arrest of a fall to a maximum of 6 kN.
• 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. It should be min. 6 meters below the feet of the user with this product.
• Be aware of hazards that may affect the performance or cause failure of the equipment, such as:
• extreme temperatures (below -15°C and above +50°C)
• 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.
• A full body harness is the only acceptable body holding device that can be used in a fall arrest system.
• 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 Temporary Horizontal Lifeline shall only be used within a fall arrest/prevention system according to EN 363 in
combination with carabiners conforming to EN 362, a guided-type fall arrester on a flexible anchor line conforming to EN
353-2, a work positioning system according to EN 358, a lanyard with energy absorber conforming to EN 355, a lanyard
conforming to EN 354 or a retractable type fall arrester conforming to EN 360. Please note that JSP do not recommend
the use of the Temporary Horizontal Lifeline with a retractable type fall arrester conforming to EN 360.
The instructions for use for the individual components are to be observed.
LIFETIME
The maximum life span of the product is 10 years from the date of manufacture. The life span greatly depends upon the
conditions of usage of the product. Products must be inspected at least once a year by a trained and competent person.
If in any doubts, please contact JSP Safety.
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