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ANSI/ASSE Z359.4-2013
Safety Requirements for Assisted-Rescue and
Self-Rescue Systems, Subsystems and Components
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Foreword (This Foreword is not a part of American National Standard Z359.4-2013.)
Individuals engaged in rescue operations in areas where exposure to a fall hazard exists will bene¿t from
the information contained in this standard. This standard addresses equipment and performance criteria
for systems, subsystems and components used in preplanned assisted-rescue and self-rescue where a fall
hazard exists. Requirements for adequate training and thorough pre-planning efforts prior to the initiation
of assisted-rescue or self-rescue operations address the needs of both the rescuer and the rescue subject.
This standard establishes criteria for equipment marking, testing, care and use.
This standard is part of a series of American National Standards for Fall Protection for all occupational and
non-occupational activities. It is not intended to apply to sports activities such as mountaineering, nor to
specialized rescue efforts that may be associated with such activities. The ¿rst ANSI standard of this series,
Z359.1 published in 1992 and was revised in 2007, addresses personal fall arrest systems. Other standards
planned for the Z359 series will address related subjects, and the overall fall protection program.
Whenever fall arrest systems are used, indeed, whenever a fall hazard exists, it is necessary to plan for the
effective rescue of persons who have experienced a fall event, whether it be a self-rescue application or
assisted rescue application. Considering the diverse technical and environmental circumstances that can
be presented to rescue personnel, development of a comprehensive rescue plan is integral to the safety of
rescue personnel, the rescue subject, and the eventual success of the rescue effort.
The comprehensive rescue plan predicts circumstances that might require rescue activities, anticipates
hazards associated with rescue operations, identi¿es methods to control those hazards, recommends the
appropriate response measures and identi¿es the fall arrest and retrieval equipment to be used. The rescue
plan may call for methods or equipment that are outside the scope of this standard, such as technical rope
rescue, when such methods are reasonable and feasible and estimated to be the most effective rescue
method.
The Z359 Committee solicits public input that may suggest the need for revisions to this standard. Such
input should be sent to the Secretariat, ASC Z359, American Society of Safety Engineers, 1800 E. Oakton
Street, Des Plaines, Il 60018-2187.
This standard was developed and approved for submittal to ANSI by the American National Standard Com-
mittee on Standards for Fall Protection, Z359. Committee approval of the standard does not necessarily
imply that all Committee members voted for its approval. At the time it approved this standard, the Z359
Committee had the following members:
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Randall Wing¿eld, Chairman
%asil Tominna, P.E., 9ice Chairman
Timothy R. Fisher, CSP, CHMM, ARM, CPEA, Secretary
Jennie Dalesandro, Administrative Technical Support
3M Raymond Mann
Michael Cameron
American Airlines Dean Carlisle
Len %radley
American Society of Safety Engineers Jubal D. Hamernik, Ph.D., P.E.
John Stephen Frost, CSP
%ashlin Industries, Inc. Preston Anderson
%radley S. McGill
%oeing Company Chuck Orebaugh
Joey R. Junio
%uckingham Mfg. Co., Inc. James Rullo
DeForest Can¿eld
Capital Safety Group J. Thomas Wolner, P.E.
Judd Perner
Chevron Craig %erkenmeier
Stephanie Alvarez
Elk River, Inc Kevin Whaley
Ellis Fall Safety Solutions, LLC J. Nigel Ellis, Ph.D., P.E., CSP, CPE
John T. Whitty, P.E.
Flexible Lifeline Systems Hugh Armstrong
David Lee
General Motors Ken Mahnick
Kyle Sullivan
Gravitec Systems, Inc. Randall Wing¿eld
Dave Lough
Hartford Steam %oiler Inspection Insurance Co. Timothy Healey
Jerome Kucharski, CFPS
High Engineering Corp. Greg Small, P.Eng., M.Eng.
Doug Myette
Honeywell Safety Products %radley Rohlf
ISEA – International Safety Equipment Association Dustin Hawkins
Dan Shipp
Indianapolis Power and Light David H. Pate, CUSA
INSPEC International Ltd. Paul Clarke
Andrew Diamond
LJ% Inc. Thomas Kramer, P.E., CSP
Rupert Noton, CEng, MIStructE
Latchways PLC Tim %issett, %Eng (Hons) CEng, MIMechE
Tim Fletcher
Lawrence Livermore National Security Lynn Camp
Liberty Mutual Group John Rabovsky, MS, CSP, ARM
Cal Sparks
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Lighthouse Safety LLC John Corriveau
MSA Marc Harkins
John Giovengo
Monsanto Robert Kling, P.E., CSP
Adam Chapin
Murdock Webbing Co. Inc. %ob Golz
Greg Pilgrim
National Association of Tower Erectors Gordon Lyman
Don Doty
Pamela R. Huck, Inc. Pamela Huck, CSP
Peakworks Tim Accursi
Gabe Fusco
PenSafe Keith Smith
Reliance Industries, LLC Dan Henn
W. Joe Shaw
SPRAT – Society of Professional Rope
Access Technicians Loui McCurley
Jim Frank
Safety Connection, Inc. Clint Honeycutt, Sr.
Janice Honeycutt
Safety Equipment Institute Steve Sanders
Safety Through Engineering, Inc. Michael C. Wright, P.E., CPE, CSP
Mark Williams
Sellstrom Manufacturing Co./RTC Division Kenneth Lemke
Tim Higgins
Shell Exploration Production Co. Steven Kim %iggs
Joe %. George
Skylotec N.A., LP Mark Conover
Kurani Seyhan
SPANCO, Inc. / Rigid Lifelines Arnie Galpin, P.E.
George Nolan
Sturges Manufacturing Co., Inc. Richard Grif¿th
Tyler Grif¿th
Superior Energy Services, Inc. Noel Spicuzza, III
David Turner
Tractel Inc. Doug Knapp
Catalin Anesia
Transport Workers Union James Mark
Travelers Scott H. Richert, CSP, ARM, ALCM
Tritech Fall Protection Systems, Inc. John Seto, P.E
Craig Siciliani
United Auto Workers Tom Kinman
Matthew S. Uptmor
U.S. Air Force Safety Center Mark S. Kantorowicz
Robert %aker
U.S. %ureau of Reclamation Shawn Smith
Shaun Reed
U.S. Department of Interior – %SEE John M. Cushing, Jr.
Sara Corman
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U.S. Department of the Navy %asil Tominna, P.E.
Shawn Smith
9ertical Access LLC Kelly Streeter, P.E.
Keith Luscinski
Western Area Power Administration
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Contents SECTION ........................................................................................................... PAGE
2. De¿nitions ....................................................................................................... 9
3. Requirements .................................................................................................. 9
3.1 System Requirements .............................................................................. 9
3.2 Component and Element Requirements .................................................. 9
3.3 Corrosion Protection ................................................................................ 17
8. References ..................................................................................................... 40
Figures:
Figure 1 Static Strength Testing of Synthetic Rope Tackle (Section 4.3.4.1) ..... 42
Figure 2a Descent Test (Section 4.3.5.1) .......................................................... 43
Figure 2b Descent Test (Section 4.3.5.1) ........................................................... 44
Figure 3 Descent Device Static Strength Testing
(Figures a, b c) (Section 4.3.5.2) ................................................................... 45
Figure 4a Descent Device Dynamic Strength Test (Section 4.3.5.3) ................ 46
Figure 4b Descent Device Dynamic Strength Test (Section 4.3.5.3) .................47
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1.3 Exceptions.
1.3.2 The competent person shall determine the suit- E1.3.2 For a de¿nition of competent person refer to
ability of equipment addressed within this standard the ANS,ASS( Z359.0 De¿nitions and Nomencla-
for activities conducted in hazardous atmospheres. ture 8sed for Fall 3rotection and Fall Arrest and for
additional information refer to ANSI/ASSE Z359.2,
0inimum Requirements for a ComprehensiYe 0an-
aged Fall 3rotection 3rogram.
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2. DEFINITIONS
3. REQUIREMENTS
3.1.2 The capacity of a one-person rescue system E3.1.2 Some components such as hoists or rope
shall range from 130 to 310 pounds (59 to 141kg). tacNle ElocNs ma\ haYe worNing load ratings that
The capacity of a two-person rescue system shall differ from the capacit\ range. This ma\ Ee for pur-
range from 130 to 620 pounds (59 to 282kg). The poses such as material handling. The requirements
maximum and minimum rated working loads for of this standard onl\ address rescue applications of
each system component shall encompass the ca- these components.
pacity range of the assembled system.
3.2 Component and Element Requirements. E3.2 The component and element requirements
contained within this section are minimum design
and performance requirements and are not intend-
ed to control the design or manufacturing process.
It is the responsiEilit\ of the manufacturer to ensure
appropriate controls and procedures are applied to
ensure consistent qualit\. %asic engineering princi-
pals including Eut not limited to material selection
and compatiEilit\, factors of safet\, enYironmental
considerations and process YiaEilit\ should Ee ap-
plied.
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3.2.2.1 Full Body Harness. E3.2.2.1 Full Eod\ harness as de¿ned in ANSI/
ASSE Z359.0 and for additional information see
ANSI/ASSE Z359.1.
3.2.2.1.1 Full body harnesses shall meet the re- E3.2.2.1.1 In some situations, the manufacturer
quirements of ANSI/ASSE Z359.1. Unless speci¿- ma\ prohiEit use of the dorsal attachment element
cally prohibited for rescue use by the manufacturer, for rescue. For e[ample, if the dorsal attachment
the dorsal attachment element is suitable for res- element is occupied E\ another suEs\stem, con-
cue application and need not be evaluated in ac- nection of a second connector (to the same point)
cordance with 3.2.2.1.2 or 3.2.2.1.3. for rescue purposes ma\ not Ee possiEle or recom-
mended.
3.2.2.2.1 The evacuation harness shall at minimum E3.2.2.2.1 The eYacuation harness should prop-
provide support for the body around the shoulders erl\ ¿t and Ee designed to securel\ hold the rescue
and thighs. suEject during rescue whether conscious or uncon-
scious.
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3.2.5 Self-Retracting Lanyard Component with E3.2.5 SRL-Rs compl\ing with these requirements
Integral Rescue Capability. Self-Retracting Lan- are suitaEle for use in one person rescue s\stems.
yard with integral rescue capability (SRL-R) used in
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3.2.6.2 Rope tackle blocks shall have a secondary E3.2.6.2 The primar\ method is actions of the op-
means to prevent uncontrolled lowering of the load. erator. The secondar\ method, independent of op-
Rope tackle blocks shall have a minimum theoreti- erator’s actions, is a passiYe mechanical method
cal mechanical advantage of 3:1. for preYenting uncontrolled descent.
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3.2.7.6 Design.
3.2.7.6.1 Line Material. E3.2.7.6.1 The line material strength Yalues speci-
¿ed in this section are not appropriate for use with
descent deYices for worN positioning applications
or other applications requiring a person to Ee sus-
pended on line for purposes other than preplanned
rescue.
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4. QUALIFICATION TESTING
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4.3.1.1 Static Strength Testing. The test torso E4.3.1.1 The test torso ma\ need to Ee ¿tted with
and static tensile strength test equipment shall be temporar\ limEs to allow testing of some rescue
as speci¿ed in 4.1.9 and 4.1.6 respectively. The test harness con¿gurations.
sample shall be put on the test torso as though the
torso was a person and adjusted for a snug ¿t. The
test torso shall be anchored by its crotch ring and a
load of 3,600 pounds (16kN) shall be applied to the
test sample via the connection point(s) in the direc-
tion simulating a rescue. The load shall be applied
using the static tensile test equipment. Maintain the
load for a period of one minute. Release the load
and evaluate sample in accordance with 3.2.2.1.2
or 3.2.2.2.5 as applicable before removing it from
the torso.
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4.3.4.1 Static Strength. The static tensile strength E4.3.4.1 For an e[ample of drop test structure an-
test equipment shall be as speci¿ed in 4.1.6. Attach chorage see Figure 1.
the synthetic rope tackle block to the static tensile
test equipment in accordance with the manufac-
turer’s instructions such that the load is applied
through the device as in use (see Figure 1). Us-
ing the secondary means to prevent uncontrolled
lowering of the load (as prescribed by the manufac-
turer) ¿x the load line of the synthetic rope tackle
block. Apply a load of 3,100 pounds (13.8kN) using
the static tensile test equipment. The time to reach
the test load shall be greater than 30 seconds to
avoid dynamic effects. Sustain the load for a period
of one minute. Compare the test results with the
requirements set forth in 3.2.6.3.
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4.3.5.1 Descent Energy. For both single and mul- E4.3.5.1 For e[ample, alternatiYe descent energ\
tiple use descent devices, the descent distance test method for descent control deYices (source
used to apply the descent energy shall be equal to CSA Z259.1) see Figures 2a and 2E.
the maximum allowable descent distance of the de-
vice. The test weight shall be 310 pounds (141kg).
For multiple use devices, individual descents shall
be conducted directly after another until the rated
descent energy of the device is reached or until 20
tests have been completed. Note: Alternative to
vertical descents, descent energy testing can be
conducted using an apparatus similar to that de-
scribed in Figure 2a and Figure 2b. Measure the
descent velocity by timing the descent over a 10-
20 feet (3-6m) distance and calculating the descent
speed or by direct velocity measurement. For de-
scent velocity evaluation, manual descent devices
shall be operated at a nearly constant rate of speed,
but not greater than 6.6 feet/second (2m/s). Evalu-
ate the descent speed result in accordance with the
requirements of 3.2.7.2. Following the energy test,
evaluate the descent device and line in accordance
with the requirements of 3.2.7.1.
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4.3.5.2 Static Strength Testing. The descent E4.3.5.2 For an e[ample, see Figures 3a, 3E and 3c.
device shall be connected to the test structure as
shown in Figure 3a or 3b for the static test. If the
test con¿guration of Figure 3a is used, a load of
1,350 pounds (6kN) shall be applied using the stat-
ic tensile test equipment in accordance with 4.1.6.
If the test con¿guration of Figure 3b is used, a load
of 2,700 pounds (12kN) shall be applied using the
static tensile test equipment. The prescribed load
shall be maintained for a period of one minute upon
completion of this period. Examine the test sample
in accordance with the requirements of 3.2.7.3.
4.3.5.3 Dynamic Strength Test. The test structure, E4.3.5.3 For an e[ample see Figures 4a and 4E.
test weight, test lanyard and quick release mecha-
nism shall be in accordance with 4.1.1, 4.1.2, 4.1.3
and 4.1.5 respectively. The descent device or line
shall be connected to the test structure anchorage
in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
For this test, there shall be no manual control of
manually operated descent devices i.e. hands free
test. The 220 pound (100kg) test weight shall be
connected directly (or via the test lanyard) to the
descent device or the descent line as if to lower
the weight. In either case, the descent device shall
be located within 2 feet (0.6m) from the anchorage
(see Figures 4a and 4b). The test weight shall then
be raised from a point within 12 inches (305mm)
horizontally of the descent device attachment to the
anchorage such that upon release, the test weight
will free fall 2 feet (.6m) before the descent device
engages. Release the test weight using the quick
release mechanism. For devices designed to low-
er the weight at a controlled rate following loss of
control, measure the descent speed starting at a
point within 5 feet (1.52m) of activation of the de-
vice. Time the descent over a distance of 10-20 feet
(3-6m) and calculate the descent speed. Evaluate
test results in accordance with the requirements of
3.2.7.4.
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5.2 Speci¿c Marking Requirements. E5.2 Additional marNings ma\ Ee proYided E\ the
manufacturer as deemed necessar\.
5.2.2 Harnesses, Full Body. In addition to the E5.2.2 3ictograms ma\ Ee used in lieu of te[t to il-
requirements in 5.1, full body harnesses shall be lustrate and identif\ attachment elements.
marked in accordance with the requirements of
ANSI/ASSE Z359.1.
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5.4.7 Descent Control Device. In addition to the E5.4.7 When used as prescriEed E\ the manufac-
requirements in 5.3, instructions for descent control turer, it should not Ee possiEle to e[ceed the de-
devices shall include: scent energ\ rating in a single descent.
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6.1 Inspection.
6.1.1 Equipment shall be inspected by the rescuer E6.1.1 The purpose of two-leYel inspection of
before each use and additionally by a competent equipment is to proYide two independent means for
person other than the rescuer at intervals of no detecting and preYenting the use of defectiYe, dam-
more than one year. aged or improperl\ maintained equipment. If such
equipment conditions are oEserYed E\ the compe-
tent person’s inspection, measures should Ee taNen
to proYide the rescuer with additional training or re-
training in equipment inspection, maintenance, use
and storage. Such oEserYations ma\ also suggest
the need for selection of alternatiYe equipment more
suitaEle for the conditions of use. The frequenc\ of
periodic inspections E\ a competent person should
Ee estaElished E\ the rescuer’s organization Eased
upon careful consideration of releYant factors. Such
factors include the nature and seYerit\ of worNplace
conditions affecting the equipment and the modes
of use and e[posure time of the equipment.
6.1.2 Inspection criteria for the equipment shall E6.1.2 The rescuer’s organization ma\ consider
be set by the rescuer’s organization. Such crite- marNing equipment with tags or other distinct indi-
ria shall equal or exceed the greater of the criteria cators that identif\ the equipment as aYailaEle for
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• defects in equipment; or
• damage to equipment; or
• inadequate maintenance of equipment; or
• activated stress indicators; or
• activated warning systems or devices.
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6.2.1 Maintenance and storage of equipment shall E6.2.1 0aintenance refers to an\ act of cleaning,
be conducted by the rescuer’s organization in ac- repair, resetting, etc. of equipment. An e[ample of
cordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. a unique issue ma\ Ee heaY\ soiling of an article E\
Unique issues, which may arise due to conditions a suEstance not addressed in the manufacturer’s
of use, shall be addressed with the manufacturer. instructions.
The manufacturer’s instructions shall be retained
for reference.
6.2.3 Equipment shall be stored in a manner as to E6.2.3 Equipment, which is damaged or in need
preclude damage from environmental factors such of maintenance, should not Ee stored in the same
as heat, light, excessive moisture, oil, chemicals and area as usaEle equipment. 3rior to using equipment
their vapors or other degrading elements. Rescue which has Eeen stored for long periods (greater than
equipment shall be stored in a clearly marked area one \ear) of time, a detailed inspection should Ee
and be readily accessible for rescue purposes. performed E\ a competent person. +eaYil\ soiled,
wet or otherwise contaminated equipment should
receiYe proper maintenance (e.g. dr\ing and clean-
ing) prior to storage.
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7.2.1 Snaphooks and carabiners shall be compati- E7.2.1 0ultiple connectors of snaphooNs into a sin-
bly matched to their associated connector to reduce gle ring are not recommended (i.e. two snaphooNs;
the possibility of rollout. Snaphooks and carabiners snaphooN and weEEing; snaphooN and caraEiner).
shall be securely closed and locked once coupled
to an associated connector. Snaphooks and carabi-
ners shall not be connected to each other.
7.2.2 Anchorages selected for rescue systems shall E7.2.2 See 4uali¿ed 3erson ANSI/ASSE Z359.2.
have a strength capable of sustaining static loads,
applied in the directions permitted by the rescue
system of at least 3,100 pounds (13.8kN) for con-
nection of rescue system only, or meet a factor of
safety of 5:1 based on the static load placed on the
system when the system is designed, installed and
used under the supervision of a quali¿ed person.
7.2.3 Anchorage connectors shall not be attached E7.2.3 Anchorages intended for use as fall ar-
to anchorages where such attachment would re- rest shall conform to ANSI/ASSE Z359.2. A 3,100
duce the anchorage system strength below the ap- pound (13.NN) rated rescue anchorage is not in-
plicable level set forth in 7.2.2 or reduce the an- tended for fall arrest. When an anchorage ma\ Ee
chorage strength below the allowable level set by utilized for Eoth fall arrest and rescue, the greater
applicable structural codes. A suitable anchorage load requirement shall appl\.
connector shall be used for rigging the connection
of lanyards and lifelines to structural members. A
lanyard shall not be connected back onto itself for
use as an anchorage connector unless designed
for this purpose.
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7.2.6 Winches, hoists and rope tackle blocks se- E7.2.6 The competent person should assess the
lected for the rescue system shall provide the ap- conditions of the rescue application and identif\ the
propriate mechanical advantage. The rescue plan components of the rescue equipment that will meet
shall identify an appropriate mechanical advantage the load demands of the planned rescue applica-
to accommodate one person or two person loads or tion.
extended raising or lowering operations.
7.2.7 The rescue plan shall consider the placement E7.2.7 The rescue plan should include a person
of winches, hoists, descent control devices, SRL- assigned to the position of load watch when using
Rs and rope tackle blocks within the rescue system winches, hoists, descent control deYices, SRL-Rs
to ensure that suf¿cient clearances are available to and rope tacNle ElocNs to preYent injur\ to the res-
allow uninterrupted operation of the devices during cue suEject contacting entanglement hazards dur-
a rescue operation. ing the rescue operation. It should Ee noted that
SRL-Rs in rescue mode might not haYe fall arrest
capaEilit\. Therefore, slacN should not Ee allowed
in the Yertical line.
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7.3.2 Training shall be provided in the selection of E7.3.2 Do not comEine components or suEs\stems
rescue equipment and include: to create a rescue s\stem unless speci¿call\ de-
signed for that purpose E\ the manufacturer.
• where and when to use speci¿c equipment and
the selection criteria;
• consideration of environmental and other work-
place factors.
7.3.3 Training shall address inspections of the E7.3.3 3ost-use inspection should also Ee per-
equipment and include the manufacturer’s recom- formed Eefore returning equipment to storage.
mendations for inspection.
7.3.4 Training shall be provided in proper use of the E7.3.4 WorNers and emergenc\ response person-
equipment and include: nel should Ee trained to recognize and respond to
the risNs of suspension trauma. Following a fall,
• how to use the equipment; worNers equipped with a full Eod\ harness should
• proper methods of donning, adjusting and inter- be trained to:
connecting the equipment;
• proper attachment locations on the equipment; • 0oYe their legs in the harness and tr\ to push
• intended function and performance characteris- against an\ footholds; and
tics for each item of equipment; • Adjust their position to a sitting posture with legs
• proper attachment methods including compatibil- up as high as practical.
ity of the sizes of snaphooks, D-Rings and other
connections to reduce the probability of acciden- Rescuers should be trained to rapidl\ respond to
tal disengagement; minimize the dangers of suspension trauma. Time
• what to do after a fall to protect the rescue sub- is of the essence and trauma ma\ occur if a worNer
ject from injury; is suspended in an upright position for longer than
• emergency rescue planning and execution to in- ¿Ye minutes. E[ercise care in handling the sus-
clude: pended worNer, especiall\ if the worNer is uncon-
• methods of rescue; scious. TaNe at least 30 minutes to moYe the res-
• rescue personnel availability; cued worNer from:
• type of equipment available for rescue
and effective means to summon rescue 1. An upright position;
personnel; 2. To Nneeling;
• drilling of rescue personnel in rescue and 3. To sitting; and ¿nall\,
evacuation procedures; 4. To a supine position.
• rescuer safety as the ¿rst priority of the
plan. This will aYoid sudden blood Àow to the heart after
remoYal of a worNer from a suspended position.
7.3.5 Training in maintenance procedures shall in- E7.3.5 3ost-use inspection ma\ also be included
clude those issues set forth in the manufacturer’s as a maintenance procedure.
instructions and Section 6.2.
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7.3.8 Periodic assessment of the effectiveness of E7.3.8 Training effectiYeness ma\ be eYaluated
rescuer training shall be conducted at least annu- b\ seYeral techniques. 3ersonnel should demon-
ally by a competent person and the need for more strate their working knowledge of personal fall ar-
training and retraining determined. rest equipment and procedures through a written or
practical demonstration or both.
8. REFERENCES
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Anchorage
I-Beam
Load Cell
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Anchorage
I-Beam
Pulley
Descent line
Rope direction
Automatic descent
control device
300 lb Rope
(136 kg)
Test weight
Descent line
retrieval system
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Anchorage
I-Beam
Pulley
Engage descent
control device so that
weight is suspended
Rope direction over the ground
Rope
300 lb
(136 kg)
Test weight
Descent line
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Anchorage Anchorage
I-Beam I-Beam
Line stop or
Normal Line
Load Cell
Load Cell
1,350 lb (6 kN)
Figure 3c
2,700 lb 2,700 lb
(12 kN) (12 kN)
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Anchorage
I-Beam
Winch
Descent
Device
Quick Release
Mechanism
Test
Weight
2 ft (0.6 m)
Test
Weight
12 in (0.3 m)
Max.
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Winch
Descent
Device
Quick Release
Mechanism
2 ft (0.6 m)
Test
Weight
2 ft (0.6 m)
Descent
Device
Test
Weight
12 in (0.3 m) max.
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