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D. CONNECTING SUBSYSTEM: A DBI/SALA Force 2 Energy Absorbing Lanyard must be used as the connecting

subsystem with the Vacuum Anchor Horizontal Lifeline.

E. FREE FALL: Whenever possible, locate the horizontal lifeline such that the user is restrained from reaching a

fall hazard. If rigging as a restraint system is not possible, rig system such that the potential free fall is

minimized by positioning the horizontal lifeline as high and as far from the edge as possible, and by limiting the

lanyard length. Potential free fall must not exceed 11 ft. (3.4 m).

F. SWING FALLS: Swing falls occur when a worker is positioned to the side of a horizontal lifeline when a fall

occurs. The force of striking an object in a swing fall may cause serious injury or death. Swing falls can be

minimized by working as close to the horizontal lifeline as possible.

G. FALL CLEARANCE: There must be sufficient clearance below the worker to arrest a fall before striking the lower

level or obstruction. See section 3.0 for required clearance information.

H. BODY SUPPORT: The Vacuum Anchor Horizontal Lifeline must be used as part of a personal fall arrest system

incorporating a full body harness.

I. ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: Use of this equipment in areas with environmental hazards may require

additional precautions to reduce the possibility of injury to the user or damage to the equipment. Hazards may

include, but are not limited to; heat, chemicals, corrosive environments, high voltage power lines, gases, moving

machinery, and sharp edges. Contact DBI/SALA if you have questions about using this equipment where

environmental hazards exist.

J. TRAINING: This equipment must be installed and used by persons trained in its correct application and use. See

section 4.0.

1.3 APPLICABLE STANDARDS: Refer to national standards, including ANSI Z359.1 and local, state, and federal

(OSHA 1910.66 and 1926.502) requirements for more information on personal fall arrest systems and associated

components.

2.0 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

2.1 PERSONAL FALL ARREST SYSTEM COMPONENTS: The Vacuum Anchor horizontal lifeline must be used with

DBI/SALA approved components and subsystems. Substitutions or replacements made with non-approved

components or subsystems may jeopardize compatibility of equipment and may effect the safety and reliability of

the complete system. Personal fall arrest components used with this system must meet all applicable OSHA and

ANSI requirements. A full body harness must be used with this system.

2.2 PERSONAL FALL ARREST SYSTEM CONNECTORS: Connectors are considered to be compatible with

connecting elements when they have been designed to work together in such a way that their sizes and shapes do

not cause their gate mechanisms to inadvertently open regardless of how they become oriented. Contact DBI/SALA

if you have any questions about compatibility.

Connectors (hooks, carabiners, and D-rings) must be capable of supporting at least 5,000 lbs. (22kN). Connectors

must be compatible with the anchorage or other system components. Do not use equipment that is not compatible.

Non-compatible connectors may unintentionally disengage. See Figure 3. Connectors must be compatible in size,

shape, and strength. Self locking snap hooks and carabiners are required by ANSI Z359.1 and OSHA.

2.3 MAKING CONNECTIONS: Only use self-locking snap hooks and carabiners with this equipment. Only use

connectors that are suitable to each application. Ensure all connections are compatible in size, shape and strength.

Do not use equipment that is not compatible. Ensure all connectors are fully closed and locked.

DBI/SALA connectors (snap hooks and carabiners) are designed to be used only as specified in each product's

user's instructions. See Figure 4 for inappropriate connections. DBI/SALA snap hooks and carabiners should not be

connected:

A. To a D-ring to which another connector is attached.

B. In a manner that would result in a load on the gate.