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Warning
Never alter an MSA RTFA-R
Use only for the fall arrest or rescue of one person.
Do not use to arrest falls due to the collapse of sliding masses, e.g. grain, sand, and liquids.
Do not use an RTFA-R as a materials hoist.
Misuse can result in death or serious injury.
Warning
Anchor the device to prevent swing falls and impact with objects in or adjacent to the fall path. Swing falls can
increase the fall distance, see gure 15c, gure 15d.
Anchor the device such that the line will not be exposed to sharp edges or abrasive surfaces during a fall arrest.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death.
Warning
Do not use an RTFA-R that was subjected to a fall arrest other than to rescue the user. Immediately remove RTFA-R
from service after rescuing the user and tag as “UNUSABLE.” Do not use a RTFA-R that was subjected to abuse,
such as being dropped from a signicant height. Misuse can result in death or serious injury.
Warning
Do not rely on feel or sound to verify proper snaphook engagement. Always check visually for proper engagement.
Ensure that gate and keeper are closed before use.
Warning
Keep line clear of other workers, objects, and obstructions.
Do not clamp off, knot, or stand on line.
Do not permit line slack.
Do not allow the line to pass around the body or limbs.
Do not lengthen line by connecting to another line.
Do not release the line and allow it to freely retract back into the housing.
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