System Requirements - 3M DBI Sala Truck Hitch Davit Mount System Sicherheitshinweise & Installationshandbuch

1.0 PRODUCT APPLICATION
1.1 PURPOSE: Davit Bases are designed mounting points for compatible 3M Davit Systems. See the respective Davit System
instruction for system use and functionality.
1.2 STANDARDS: This Davit Base conforms to the national or regional standard(s) identified on the front cover of these
instructions. If this product is resold outside the original country of destination, the re-seller must provide these
instructions in the language of the country in which the product will be used.
1.3 INSTALLATION & SUPERVISION: Installation of the Davit Base must be supervised by a Competent Person
Qualified Person must verify the structural installation meets local and federal regulations. A Qualified Person must
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recommend the appropriate fasteners and proper Davit Base placement. Use of the Davit and attached Fall Protection
equipment must be supervised by a Competent Person.
1.4 SITE DOCUMENTATION: After assembly and installation of the Davit Bases, Installation Documentation meeting the
informational requirements of EN795 Annex A must be completed by the installer and handed over to the user's designated
representative. The Installation Documentation should be kept at the job site for purposes of subsequent examination.
1.5 TRAINING: This equipment must be installed and used by persons trained in its correct application. This manual may
be used as part of an employee training program and/or regional regulations. It is the responsibility of the users and
installers of this equipment to ensure they are familiar with these instructions, trained in the correct care and use of this
equipment, and are aware of the operating characteristics, application limitations, and consequences of improper use of
this equipment.
1.6 RESCUE PLAN: When using the Davit and connected Fall Protection equipment, the employer must have a rescue plan
and means at hand to implement and communicate that plan to users. A trained on-site rescue team is recommended.
Team members should be provided with the equipment and techniques to perform a successful rescue. Training should be
provided on a periodic basis to ensure rescue proficiency.
1.7 INSPECTION FREQUENCY: The Davit Base shall be inspected by the User before each use and, additionally, by a
Competent Person other than the user at intervals of no longer than one year.
the "Inspection and Maintenance Log". Results of each Competent Person inspection should be recorded on copies of the
"Inspection and Maintenance Log".
2.0

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

2.1 ANCHORAGE AND FASTENERS: Any structure and fasteners (fasteners if applicable) used to attach the Davit Base must
meet the "Mounting Requirements" defined in Table 1.
2.1 COMPONENT COMPATIBILITY: 3M equipment is designed for use with other 3M-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.
2.2 PERSONAL FALL ARREST SYSTEM: Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS) used with the system must meet applicable Fall
Protection standards, codes, and requirements. The PFAS must use a Full Body Harness, and limit Arresting Force to the
following values:
PFAS with Shock Absorbing Lanyard
PFAS with Self Retracting Device (SRD)
2.3 HAZARDS: Use of this equipment in areas with environmental hazards may require additional precautions to prevent
injury to the user or damage to the equipment. See the 3M davit mast instruction for specific hazards that may affect
system use.
1 Competent Person: One who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or
dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them.
2 Qualified Person: An individual with a recognized degree or professional certificate, and extensive experience in Fall Protection. This individual must be capable of
design, analysis, evaluation, and specification in Fall Protection.
3 Inspection Frequency: Extreme working conditions (harsh environments, prolonged use, etc.) may require increasing the frequency of competent person inspections.
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Maximum Arresting Force
6 kN (1,350 lb)
6 kN (1,350 lb)
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Inspection procedures are described in
Free Fall
Refer to the instruction(s) included with your
Lanyard or SRD for Free Fall limitations.
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