MSA Latchways SRL - User Instructions and Safety; Intended Purpose and Product Limitations; Personnel and Safety Requirements; Product Capability and Environmental Suitability

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Latchways SRL user instructions
Product capability:
Maximum user weight
(including tools)
EN/ IRAM/
NBR
CSA ANSI OSHA
Webbing SRL 140 kg/310 lbs 140 kg/310 lbs 310 lbs/141 kg 310 lbs/141 kg
Cable SRL 140 kg/310 lbs 140 kg/310 lbs 310 lbs/141 kg 400 lbs/181 kg
Sealed SRL 140 kg/310 lbs 140 kg/310 lbs 310 lbs/141 kg 310 lbs/141 kg
Temperature range
suitability
Latchways SRLs can be used in temperatures ranging from -40°C
(-40°F) to 54°C (130°F).
Vertical use only See individual product labels for guidance.
ATEX The Latchways SRL is suitable for use in areas in which explosive
atmospheres caused by mixtures of air and gases, vapours or mists
or by air/dusts mixtures are likely to occur, as per BS EN 13463-
1:2001 equipment group II, category 2.
Secondary tether
lines
If required, cable Latchways SRLs can be supplied with a
secondary tether line facility—for more details contact Latchways
Contact Latchways if there are any concerns regarding the use, maintenance, applications or
operation of this device.
Intended purpose: The Latchways SRL, in accordance with EN/ANSI/CSA/OSHA/IRAM/
NBR standards, is intended to be used as a connecting element within a personal fall arrest
system. It must be used vertically in situations where user mobility is required and fall
protection is needed. The Mini SRL is a personal issue item. The Latchways Retrieval SRL
is intended to be used where an integral means of retrieving a casualty is required in the
case of a fall, e.g. in conned space environments.
Product limitations: The Latchways SRL shall only be used within it’s limitations and for the
purpose for which it is intended. No attempt shall be made to modify or repair the equipment.
All instructions shall be followed to ensure the safety of the User. Authorised repairs are to be
conducted by a Technician.
1. Latchways SRLs are for a single user only, only one person can be connected at any time.
2. Latchways SRLs must be protected from re, acids, caustic solutions, welding ames,
sparks or similar.
3. Latchways SRLs shall not be used if there is any risk of the device contacting high voltage
power lines. This warning also applies to webbing-type devices, as moisture can be
absorbed by the lifeline providing a path for electrical current.
4. Latchways SRLs shall only be used within a cage when a risk assesment has considered
the risk of striking the cage during a fall.
5. Latchways SRL’s retrieval function (where present) is intended for use in lifting a single
casualty in an emergency (e.g. following a fall). It must not be used for lifting material or
equipment, lifting multiple users or for man-riding purposes.
Personnel requirements: The Latchways SRL shall only be used by a person who is trained
and competent in its safe use (see Glossary of Key Terms on page 9). Fitness and age
signicantly affect a person’s ability to safely withstand fall arrest loads. Only people who are
physically and mentally t and healthy, not under the inuence of drugs or alcohol, are suitable
to use this equipment. Medical advice should be sought if a User’s suitability is unclear. The
Latchways SRL shall not be used by pregnant women or minors. A written rescue plan and the
means to implement it shall be inplace to deal with emergencies that may arise during use.
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