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E. Directly to webbing or rope lanyard or tie-back (unless the manufacturer's instructions for both the lanyard and

connector specifically allow such a connection).

To any object which is shaped or dimensioned such that the snap hook or carabiner will not close and lock, or

that roll-out could occur.

2.4

ANCHORAGE CONNECTORS: DBI/SALA does not supply anchorage fasteners. Connectors used to attach the

horizontal lifeline to end anchors must be compatible with the connection point. The connection must be positive;

and, with connecting elements, capable of sustaining a 5,000 lbs. load without failure.

The intermediate brackets require a 1/2-13 UNC bolt meeting SAE Grade 5 strength minimum. A flat washer, lock

washer and a nut are also required. A locking nut may be used in place of the lock washer and plain nut.

2.5

STRUCTURE LOAD: Structural anchorage points must be rigid, and capable of supporting at least 5,000 lbs. along

the axis of the horizontal lifeline. Anchorages, including the intermediate brackets, must also support at least 3,600 lbs.

applied in all potential directions of fall arrest that are perpendicular to the axis of the horizontal lifeline. See Figure 5.

WARNING: Anchorages must be rigid. Large deformations of the anchorage will affect system performance, and may

increase the required fall clearance below the system, which could result in serious injury or death.

2.6

CONNECTING SUBSYSTEM: The connecting subsystem is the portion of the personal fall arrest system that is

used to connect between the horizontal lifeline subsystem and harness fall arrest attachment element. The

connecting subsystem must limit forces applied to the horizontal lifeline to 900 lbs. or less.

3.0

INSTALLATION

3.1

Inspection

Upon receipt of the Sayfline Horizontal Lifeline System, inspect all components and user equipment for defects

and/or damage. If any Sayfline components or DBI/SALA equipment are found to be damaged, defective, or

missing, contact DBI/SALA immediately for replacements. Do not use any defective or damaged parts in a

Sayfline Horizontal Lifeline System installation.

WARNING: Use of defective or damaged parts will hinder the performance of the Sayfline system, potentially causing

serious injury or death in the event of a fall.

3.2

Safety

A separate means of fall protection must be utilized during the installation of a Sayfline System. A separate

means of fall protection must be used when inspecting or servicing a Sayfline System following a fall.

DBI/SALA recommends the use of certified eye protection, steel toe boots and gloves be worn during the

installation of the horizontal lifeline system.

Figure 5 - Anchorage Strength