- in lanyards and textile guides: rope, loops, thimbles, connectors, regulating parts, splices;
- in lanyards and steel guides: rope, wires, clamps, loops, thimbles, connectors, regulating parts;
- in retractable type fall arresters: lanyard or webbing, retractor and locking mechanism for proper
operation, housing, energy absorber, connectors;
- in guided type fall arresters: body, proper guiding, locking mechanism for proper operation, rollers, bolts
and rivets, connectors, energy absorber;
- in metal parts (connectors, hooks, snap hooks): load-bearing body, rivets, main pawl, function of locking
gear.
at least once a year, after each 12 months of use, personal fall protection equipment must be withdrawn
from use to carry out periodic detailed inspection. Periodic inspection may be carried out by a properly
qualified and skilled person. Also, periodic inspection can be carried by manufacturer of the equipment or
his authorized representative.
in some cases, if fall protection equipment has a complex design (e.g. fall arresters), periodic inspections
can be carried out by manufacturer of the equipment, or his authorized representative only. After the
periodic inspection, date of the next inspection should be defined.
regular periodic inspections are essential in respect of the equipment condition and safety of users which is
dependent on functionality and durability of the equipment.
during periodic inspection it is necessary to check the legibility of all markings on the equipment (identity
label of the device). Do not use the equipment if marking is illegible.
It is essential for the user's safety that the product is re-sold outside the original country of destination the
reseller must provide instructions for use, for maintenance, for periodic inspection and for repair in
language of the country where the product is to be used.
Personal fall protection equipment must be withdrawn from use and discarded immediately (or other
procedures based on instruction manual should be applied) if it has been used to arrest a fall.
full body harness compliant with EN 361 is the only device supporting user's body in fall arrest systems.
fall arrest system can be connected to attachment points (buckles, loops) on full body harness marked with
capital letter "A"
anchor point (device) of the fall protection equipment should have a stable structure and position so as to
prevent a possibility of the load fall and minimize a free fall distance. The equipment's anchor point should
be located above the user's work station. The shape and construction of the anchor point shall not allow for
a self-acting disconnection of the equipment. Minimum strength of anchor point of the equipment should be
12kN. It is recommended to use certified and marked anchor points of the equipment compliant with EN
795.
it is obligatory to verify the free space required under the user at workplace before each occasion of using
the fall protection system, so that, in case of a fall, there is no collision with the ground or other obstacle in
the fall path. The required free space should be determined on basis of the data given in the instruction
manual of the equipment to be used.
When using the equipment, inspect it on a regular basis, paying special attention to risks and damages
affecting operation of the equipment and the user's safety, and in particular to kinks and rope movement on
sharp edges, oscillatory falls, electrical conductivity, any damages such as cuts, abrasions, corrosion,
influence of extreme temperatures, negative influence of environmental factors, chemical substances.
personal fall protection equipment must be transported in a package (e.g.: bag made of moisture-proof
textile or foil bag or cases made of steel or plastic) to protect it against damage or moisture.
personal fall protection equipment should be cleaned without causing adverse effect on the materials used
in the production of the equipment. For textile materials (webbings, ropes) use agents suitable for delicate
fabrics. Can be washed in hands or in a washing machine. Rinse thoroughly. Clean energy absorbers using
damp cloth only. Do not immerse energy absorber in water. Wash textile products with water only. When
the equipment becomes wet, either from being in use or after cleaning, allow it to dry naturally, and keep it
away from sources of heat. In metallic products lubricate slightly some mechanical parts (springs, hinges,
pawls, etc.) regularly to ensure their better operation.
personal fall protection equipment should be stored loosely packed in well-ventilated rooms, protected
from direct light, UV degradation, dust, sharp edges, extreme temperatures and aggressive chemical
substances.
all parts of personal fall protection equipment must conform to instruction manuals for the equipment and
standards in force:
- EN 353-1, EN 353-2, EN 354, EN 355, EN 360 - for fall arrest systems;
- EN 362 - for connectors
- EN341, EN1496, EN1497, EN1498 - for rescue equipment
- EN 361 - for full body harnesses;
- EN 813 - for sit harnesses;
- EN 358 - for work positioning systems;
- EN 795 - for anchor devices.
Manufacturer:
PROTEKT - Starorudzka 9 - 93-403 Łódź - Poland
tel. +4842 6802083 - fax. +4842 6802093 - www.protekt.com.pl
Notified body responsible for EU type test certification in accordance with Regulation 2016/425:
PRS - No.1463, Polski Rejestr Statków S.A. al. gen. Józefa Hallera 126 80-416 Gdańsk, Poland
Notified body responsible for supervision of manufacturing of the equipment:
APAVE SUD EUROPE SAS (no 0082) - CS 60193 - F13322 MARSEILLE CEDEX 16 - France
Louis Reyners BV, Symon Spiersweg 13A
1506 RZ, Zaandam, The Netherlands
Tel: +31 (0)756504750, fax +31 (0)756504760
www.lr.nl
IDENTITY CARD
It is the responsibility of the user organisation to provide the identity card and to fill in the
details required. The identity card should be filled in before the first use by a competent
person, responsible inthe user organization for protective equipment. Any information
about the equipment like periodic inspections, repairs, reasons of equipment's withdrawal
from use shall be noted into the identity card by a competent person in the user
organization. The identity card should be stored during a whole period of equipment
utilization. Do not use the equipment without the identity card.
MODEL AND TYPE OF EQUIPMENT
SERIAL/BATCH NUMBER
REFERENCE NUMBER
DATE OF MANUFACTURE
DATE OF PURCHASE
DATE OF FIRST USE
USER NAME
PERIODIC INSPECTION AND REPAIR HISTORY CARD
DATE OF
REASON FOR
DEFECTS,
INSPECTION
INSPECTION
CONDITION NOTED
OR REPAIR
REPAIRS CARRIED OUT
NAME AND SIGNATURE
NEXT
OF COMPETENT
INSPECTION
DATE
PERSON