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2. Instruction manual - Safety area
1. This anchorage point AP-Fix type / AP-Fix S; as per
approved for the safeguarding of a maximum of 2 persons against falls, and for rescue-related purposes.
Please note: The AP-Fix anchorage point can be mounted in the available steel structures. Alternatively, the enclosed
reaction-anchor cartridge can be used to anchor it in concrete of a minimum quality level of C 20 / C 25.
2. Before the item in question is put into operation and used, the instruction manual and assembly
instructions must be read in their entirety and understood. Caution: Failure to do so will result in mortal
danger!
3. Failure to observe these instructions for use can lead to fatal injuries. in case of a fall it schould be ensured that the person
is not left hanging for longer than 15 minutes (danger of shock).
4. A rescue plan has to be available that considers all potential incidents which may occur during work.
5. The anchorage point may only be used by persons who have been trained accordingly or have been instructed by a
competent person. Health-related impediments should not exist! (E.g. alcohol-related, narcotics-related, medicine-
related or circulation problems)
6. Prior to each use, the anchor point should be inspected for visible defects (loose screw connections, deformations, wear
and tear, corrosion, ruptures in the subfoundations), to ensure defect-free functioning and to verify the legibility of the
product labeling.
7. The anchor point may only be used with a suitable personal fall protection system according to EN 363 that limits the
possible fall height to a minimum. Only a full harness that complies with EN 361 may be used as a body holding device.
Sufficient clearance below the operator must be ensured before using the fall protection system, so that the ground or
other obstacles are not hit before the protection has safely arrested the fall. The specifications from the instruction
manuals for the individual components of the specific fall protection system in use should be observed in order to
determine the required clearance. Where individual components of the fall protection system are combined, it should be
ensured that the functionality of each individual component is retained without restriction and that combined components
do not cause mutual interference. The instruction manuals for the individual systems should be observed at all times.
8. When disposal systems are used, the maximum stress on the anchorage point may not dynamically exceed 6 kN.
9. A system is damaged or strained by a fall, or if doubts exist regarding the secure status of the system, the system should
immediately be withdrawn from use. It may only be re-used after an expert has inspected it and written approval has been
obtained.
10. Depending on the stress to which it is subjected - but at least every 12 months - the anchorage point must be inspected by
the manufacturer or an expert whose field of expertise relates to personal protective equipment providing anti-fall
protection and who has been trained in accordance with
documented in the enclosed test book. Guaranteeing an optimal level of security for the components depends on regular
inspections.The usage period of the anchorage point must be determined during the annual inspection. Depending on the
load it is a minimum of 30 years.
11. DGUV R112-198 and DGUV R112-199 should be considered.
12. A lifting-and-lowering facility for loads may not be connected to the anchorage point.
13. The anchorage point should be protected from the effects of welding flames and welding sparks, fire, acids, lyes, extreme
temperatures and other similar environmental influences. After the anchorage point has been used and disassembled, it
should be stored in a clean, dry and well-ventilated place until it is used again.
14. The complete system may not be changed or complemented.
15. A suitable seating surface should be chosen for the assembly of the anchorage point. The anchorage point should be
positioned vertically above the workspace of the person who is to be safeguarded in order to rule out pendular
movements in case of a fall.
16. Before operations are initiated a qualified person should check the correct assembly of the anchorage point in
accordance with § 14 of the Ordinance on Industrial Safety and Health and document it in the acceptance
protocol.
17. The anchorage point should be subjected to a test load if the recurring inspections lead to the detection of
ruptures in the sub-foundations in the direct vicinity of the anchorage point.
EN 795:2012 Type A and CEN/TS 16415:2013
DGUV-G 312-906 (principles of workplace safety) . This must be
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has been tested and