ANSI FRONTLINE ACEL18S - User Manual

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Positioning Lanyard
THE INSTRUCTIONS APPLIES TO THE FOLLOWING MODELS:
ACEL18S, LPO61SADJ

Summary

Warning

Limitations for Use

Anchorage Requirements

Basic Rules of Using the Snap Hook

Compatibility of Components and Subsystems

Compatibility of Connectors

Training

Inspection

Inspection Frequency

Defines the required inspection frequency for positioning lanyards.

Component Inspection

Details the inspection process for all components of positioning lanyards.

Webbing and Rope Inspection

Outlines the method for inspecting webbing and rope for damage and wear.

Cleaning, Maintenance, and Storage

Cleaning Procedures

Instructions for cleaning positioning lanyards with mild detergent.

Maintenance and Service

Procedure for handling positioning lanyards requiring maintenance.

Storage and Transport

Guidelines for storing and transporting positioning lanyards safely.

Labeling

Label Requirements and Examples

Describes mandatory labels, warning labels, and provides an example for twin-legged lanyards.

Notes

Inspection Record and Product Lifetime

Provides guidance on equipment inspection records, product lifetime, and removal from service.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Usage Features
4. Maintenance Features

This document is an instruction manual for FRONTLINE Positioning Lanyards, designed for fall protection.

Function Description

Positioning lanyards are used to connect a safety harness or positioning belt to an anchorage point, preventing the user from reaching a position where a fall is possible. They are specifically designed to support the user when working at height, providing a hands-free environment. It is crucial that the lanyard's length is adjusted to prevent a fall situation from occurring. These lanyards are not intended for fall arrest unless they are fitted with a shock absorber that conforms to ANSI Z359.13-2013, and the overall length must not exceed 6 feet. When used for work positioning, a fall arrest backup system must always be employed if there is a risk of a fall.

Important Technical Specifications

• Models Covered: ACEL18S, LPO61SADJ
• Standards Compliance: ANSI Z359.3-2019, OSHA1910, OSHA1926
• Material: Polyester
• Capacity (Worker Weight): 130-310 lbs (59-140 kg), including clothing and tools.
• Length: 6 ft (1.8 m)
• Anchorage Strength Requirements (for work positioning systems):
  • 3,000 pounds (13.3kN) for non-certified anchorages.
  • Two times the foreseeable force for certified anchorages.
  • If multiple systems are attached to an anchorage, these strengths must be multiplied by the number of systems.
• Foreseeable Free Fall Distance (for work positioning anchorages): Limited to less than 2 feet (61 cm).
• Connectors (hooks, carabiners, D-rings): Must be capable of supporting at least 5,000 lb (22 kN).
• Product Lifetime: 5 years from the date of first use (or manufacture if first use date is not recorded), provided it passes pre-use and Competent Person inspections.

Usage Features

• Compatibility: Lanyards must be used with an approved full body harness or waist belt. All components and subsystems must be ANSI approved and compatible to ensure safety and reliability. Non-compatible connectors may unintentionally disengage.
• Snap Hook Usage:
  • Before each use, a visual examination of the snap hook's body, gate, and locking gear is required for mechanical, chemical, and thermal defects. Any defect or doubt about its condition necessitates immediate removal from use.
  • Snap hooks with manual locking are acceptable only when frequent attachment/removal is not required.
  • The snap hook must be protected from acids, solvents, open fire, hot metal drops, and sharp edges.
  • The structural anchor point's shape should prevent self-acting snap hook disconnection.
  • The snap hook gate must be protected with locking gear.
  • Avoid "rollout" conditions, which can occur with non-locking snap hooks. These include direct connection to a horizontal lifeline, multiple snap hooks on one D-ring, snap hooks connected to each other, a snap hook connected back onto its integral lanyard, a snap hook connected to a webbing loop, or improper dimensions of the connection point relative to the snap hook.
• General Safety:
  • Never wrap positioning lanyards around any structure and connect them back onto themselves unless specifically designed for this.
  • Do not misuse the lanyard; never use it to hang, lift, support, or hoist tools or equipment unless explicitly certified for such use.
  • Do not use around moving machinery, electrical hazards, sharp edges, or abrasive surfaces.
  • Avoid exposure to chemicals that may cause harm; consult Frontline in cases of doubt.
  • Ensure compatible connections and understand any limitations.
  • Always use in conjunction with a fall arrest or restraint system.
  • Properly couple and check that connectors are closed and locked.
  • Never attach the leg of a twin-legged positioning lanyard back to the harness at any location other than a lanyard storage keeper.

Maintenance Features

• Inspection Frequency:
  • Prior to Each Use: User must inspect.
  • Annually: Inspected by a "Competent Person" other than the user.
  • Every 6 Months: Competent Person to inspect (as per labeling).
• Inspection Components:
  • All components, including snap hooks, carabiners, and hardware, must be inspected for corrosion, chemical attack, alteration, excessive heating, wear cracks, sharp edges, deformation, or any other defects.
  • Snap hooks and carabiners must self-close and lock.
  • Webbing/Rope: Bend into a 'U' shape and inspect for tears, cuts, fraying, abrasion, discoloration, burns, holes, mold, pulled or broken stitches, or other damage.
  • Keepers, buckles, padding, and D-rings must be adjusted to inspect hidden webbing.
  • Sewn terminations must be secure and undamaged.
  • Buckles must be checked for damage, distortion, cracks, breaks, rough/sharp edges, unusual wear, frayed/cut fibers, or broken stitching. Ensure buckles properly engage and lock.
  • Adjustment devices must be checked for performance.
• Cleaning:
  • Wipe down with a mild detergent and then with a clean cloth to remove detergent.
  • Hardware can be wiped with a clean, dry cloth to remove grease or dirt.
• Storage & Transport:
  • Store in a cool, dry place, out of direct sunlight.
  • Avoid areas with heat, light, excessive moisture, oil, chemicals, or other degrading elements.
  • Do not store damaged equipment or equipment needing maintenance in the same area as approved equipment.
  • Equipment must be cleaned and dried prior to storage.
  • Equipment stored for extended periods must be inspected before use.
  • Transport in packaging that protects against moisture, mechanical, chemical, and thermal attacks.
• Removal from Service:
  • Immediately remove equipment from service if it fails inspection.
  • Remove from service 5 years after the date of first use (or manufacture if not recorded).
  • Do not repair equipment on-site unless explicitly permitted by Frontline.
  • Any Frontline positioning lanyards requiring maintenance must be tagged "unusable" and removed from service.
• Training: Employers are responsible for providing training to employees exposed to fall hazards. Training must be conducted by a Competent or Qualified Person, and trainees must not be exposed to fall hazards during training.
• Rescue Plan: A pre-planned, project-specific rescue procedure is required as part of a complete work positioning program, allowing for self-rescue or providing alternative means for prompt rescue. Rescue equipment must be stored in an easily accessible and clearly marked area.

ANSI FRONTLINE ACEL18S Specifications