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FOREWORD
This instruction manual describes installation and use of the DBI-SALA
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Unirail system. It should be used as part of an employee training program.
DESCRIPTION: The UniRail product has been designed to work as part of a complete fall arrest system and provides a secure and practical anchorage for the attachment
of multiple workers.
APPLICATIONS: Figure 1 illustrates the installation of the carriage and typical carabiner to be used on the system. Figure 2 shows illustrations of intended applications of
use.
USE
The system allows the user full freedom in the work zone while securely connected to a safety system. Users should attach to the carriage via an energy absorbing lanyard
attached to a full body harness. Always ensure that the carriage is securely attached to the rail and that the parking brake is o before proceeding.
WARNING: Working at height has inherent risks. Risks include, but are not limited to: falling, suspension/prolonged suspension, striking objects, and
unconsciousness. In the event of a fall arrest and/or subsequent rescue (emergency) situation, some personal medical conditions may aect your safety. Medical
conditions identied as risky for this type of activity include, but are not limited to the following: heart disease, high blood pressure, vertigo, epilepsy, drug or alcohol
dependence, psychiatric illness, impaired limb function, and balance issues. We recommend that your employer/physician determine if you are t to handle normal and
emergency use of this equipment. A rescue plan must be in place to deal with any emergencies that could arise during work.
TRAINING: It is the responsibility of users of this equipment to understand these instructions and be trained in correct installation, use, and maintenance of this
equipment. Users must be aware of the consequences of improper installation or use of this equipment. This instruction manual is not a substitute for a training program.
Training by a competent person trainer
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must be provided on a periodic basis to ensure user prociency. Contact Capital Safety for information on training classes, or if you
have questions regarding use of this equipment.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE): PPE may be attached to the product. PPE used with the product must be tested to relevant EN standards. Fall arrest
equipment such as inertial reel retractable blocks cannot be used with the product, however, Ropegrabs, Retractable Lanyards and Energy Absorbing Lanyards can. Consult
the manufacturer’s instructions for orientation restrictions. A full body harness is the only acceptable body-holding device that can be used with a Fall Arrest system.
No modications are to be made to the system or components without written consent of the manufacturer. The replacement or substitution using
components or subsystems that are not approved could compromise compatibility between equipment and could aect the integrity and safety of the
system as well as warranty. If there is any doubt about the safety of a piece of equipment, contact Capital Safety. All repairs are to be made according to
the procedures detailed by the manufacturer
This product must not be used other than for the purpose recommended by the manufacturer and must not be diverted from its initial and designed
purpose.
Whenever possible, it is highly advisable to assign the system or component personally to the user. Before each use, ensure that the recommendations
for use of each of the components is complied with as stated in the user manual. It is strongly recommended that components used on the system come
from the same manufacturer to ensure product reliability and performance consistency.
CAPACITY: As noted on the product markings, the carriage is rated for a single user only. The system has been designed for a maximum of 2 users per 3 or 4 meter
span. For the maximum allowable weight (including equipment and clothing) for the person connected to the carriage refer to your energy absorbing lanyard instructions.
Suspended Access - Maximum of 2 users per 3 or 4 meter span with two carriages per user. The maximum intermediate spacing is 520mm (20”) refer to datasheets 1040
and 1041.
APPLIED LOADS: Figure 2 shows the loading directions for the product. The carriage is designed for use with systems that limit applied arrest loads to 6 kN (1350 lbf) or
less.
FALL FACTORS: The product can be used in all Fall Factor situations: 0, 1, or 2.
PRE-USE INSPECTIONS: Prior to each use, inspect the product per the instructions in Table 1.
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION: Plan your fall protection system. Consider all factors that will aect safety during use of the equipment. Select a suitable structure with high
strength properties that will prove overall safety and withstand heavy loads. The Fixed Anchorage Point installation should factor in the following considerations: Height
above the work surface, Clearance to rst obstacles, Work area hazards, Type of fall protection system, desired/needed, PPE to be used in the system.
IMPORTANT: Equipment should be removed from use if pre-use inspection creates any doubt about the equipment condition. Equipment must not be put back into
service until a competent person conrms in writing that it is acceptable to do so.
IMPORTANT: In the event of a fall and subsequent fall arrest, the product must be withdrawn from use and inspected by a competent person to determine if it can
be returned to service. If it is returned to service, this action must be recorded in the Inspection and Maintenance Log in this instruction.
ANCHORAGE STRUCTURE: The structure to which the Unirail System is mounted must be capable of sustaining a minimum of 12 kN of force in the anticipated
direction(s) of loading (see Figure 2).
PLANE OF ANCHORAGE SURFACE: If the Unirail System is to be installed on a surface that is not perpendicular to the user walking level (e.g. curved or inclined roof,
narrow ledge at head height), or a curved surface perpendicular to the user walking level (e.g. silo or vat), consult Capital Safety prior to installation.
INSTALLATION HEIGHT: The product may be installed at any practical height above the work surface..
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: Where possible, installations should be designed as a restraint application. Restraint systems prevent the user from reaching a position where a
fall can occur; therefore, no free-fall is possible.
FALL ARREST SYSTEMS: When the carriage is used in a fall arrest system, it is essential for safety that the anchor device/point should always be positioned and the
work carried out in such a way as to minimise both the potential for falls and the potential fall distance. These considerations will minimize possible free fall, making rescue
easier and less distressing on the victim. Avoid anchor locations that increase the chance of swing fall. Swing falls occur when the anchorage point is not directly above the
point where a fall occurs. The force of striking an object in a swing fall may cause serious injury or death. Minimize swing falls by working as close to the anchorage point
as possible. The maximum value of deection on a 4m length of Unirail with 2 users is 250mm (9.8”). This value must be taken into consideration when deciding where to
locate the anchor during the install.
• Anchor Orientation - (See Figure 2).
• Hazards - The work area and path below should be free of any hazards (vehicles, fences, balconies, pedestrians, water/chemicals, etc.) that could injure the user or
others if a fall occurs.
• Lanyard - Select an energy absorbing lanyard which is as short as possible to reduce fall distance.
• Fastening Requirements - Please see the Installers Guide or Individual datasheets for specic requirements.
INSTALLATION: All components within this product must be installed. All fasteners should be tightened to the fastener manufacturer’s torque recommendations. (See
Figure 1)
NOTE: Capital Safety strongly recommends that all anchors be tted in accordance with the manufacturers instructions for use and is marked with the date of the next
or last inspection.
INSPECTION AND SERVICE
Table 1 lists inspection and service processes and their frequency. Servicing should only be performed by a trained Competent Person . Do not use the
Fixed Anchorage Point being inspected/serviced. A dierent anchorage point and independent fall protection should be utilized.
1 TRAINED COMPETENT PERSON: An individual designated by the employer to be responsible for the immediate supervision, implementation, and monitoring of the
employer’s managed fall protection program who, through training and knowledge, is capable of identifying, evaluating, and addressing existing and potential fall hazards,
and who has the employer’s authority to take prompt corrective action with regard to such hazards.
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