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1.0 APPLICATION

1.1

PURPOSE: The Saﬂ ok

System (PFAS) when climbing and working on wooden utility poles (power poles, telephone poles, etc.).

1.2

STANDARDS: Refer to local, state, and federal (OSHA) requirements governing occupational safety for

additional information regarding Personal Fall Arrest Systems. Refer to the following national standards on fall

protection:

ANSI

Z359-0

ANSI

Z359-1

ANSI

Z359-2

CSA

Z259.2.1

1.3

TRAINING: This equipment is intended to be used by persons trained in its correct application and use. It is the

responsibility of the user to assure they are familiar with these instructions and are trained in the correct care and use

of this equipment. Users must also be aware of the operating characteristics, application limits, and the consequences of

improper use.

2.0 SYSTEM LIMITATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Consider the following limitations/requirements prior to installing or using this equipment:

2.1

CAPACITY: This equipment is designed for use by a one climber at a time. Combined weight of the climber

(person, clothing, tools, etc.) should not exceed 310 lbs (141 kg).

2.2

ANCHORAGE: In accordance with ANSI Z359.1, anchorages selected for Fall Arrest Systems must have a

strength capable of sustaining static loads applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least:

Non-Certiﬁ ed Anchorages:

Certiﬁ ed Anchorages:

2.3

FALL ARREST FORCES: The Personal Fall Arrest System must limit fall arrest forces to 1,800 lbs (8 kN) and

deceleration distance must not exceed 42 inches (107 cm).

2.4

FREE FALL: Per ANSI Z359.1, Personal Fall Arrest subsystems used with the Pole Anchor System must limit free

fall to 6 feet (1.8 m). To avoid increased fall distance, do not work above the anchorage level.

2.5

FALL CLEARANCE: Ensure that adequate clearance exists in the fall path to prevent striking an object during

a fall. The clearance required is dependent on the type of connecting subsystem (rope grab, lanyard), the

anchorage location, and the elongation characteristics of the lifeline. Table 1 approximates elongation for varied

lengths of dry Lifeline. Wet Lifelines generally elongate further than dry Lifelines.

10 ft

(3.0 m)

Elongation:

0.4 ft

(11.1 cm)

2.6

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: Use of this equipment in areas where environmental hazards exist 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: high heat, caustic chemicals, corrosive environments, high voltage power lines,

explosive or toxic gases, moving machinery, or sharp edges.

2.7

BODY SUPPORT: A Full Body Harness must be used with the Saﬂ ok Pole Anchor System. The harness

connection point must be above the user's center of gravity. A body belt is not authorized for use with the

Pole Anchor System. If a fall occurs when using a body belt it may cause unintentional release and possible

suffocation because of improper body support. Substitutions of equipment or system components must not be

made without the written consent of Capital Safety.

2.8

COMPATIBILITY OF COMPONENTS: Unless otherwise noted, DBI-SALA equipment is designed for use with

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

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

complete system.

Pole Anchor System is is a Vertical Lifeline System for use as part of a Personal Fall Arrest

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Deﬁ nitions and Nomenclature User for Fall Protection and Fall Arrest

Safety Requirements for Personal Fall Arrest Systems, Subsystems, and Components

Minimum Requirements for a Comprehensive Managed Fall Protection Program

Fall Arrestors, Vertical Lifelines, and Rails

5,000 lbs (22.2 kN)

2 times the Maximum Arresting Force

Table 1 - Lifeline Elongation

20 ft

30 ft

(6.1 m)

(9.1 m)

0.7 ft

1.1 ft

(22.6 cm)

(33.7 cm)

Lifeline Length

40 ft

50 ft

(12.2 m)

(15.2 m)

1.5 ft

1.9 ft

(45.2 cm)

(56.3 cm)

(67.5 cm)

60 ft

70 ft

(18.3 m)

(21.3 m)

(24.4 m)

2.2 ft

2.6 ft

(78.7 cm)

(90.1 cm)

80 ft

3.0 ft