P&P EN358 Manuale utente

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Designers, Manufacturers and Suppliers of
Quality Height Safety & Rescue Equipment, Training & Consultancy
Users Manual
English Version
P&P Work Positioning Belts
EN358
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Thank you for purchasing this
P&P Work Positioning Belt
. Please take time to familiarize yourself with the correct use and operation.
It is imperative that this
P&P Work Positioning Belt
is only used for its intended purpose and that it is subject to a periodic recorded
detailed inspection by a competent person.
To avoid personal injury, prior to using this
P&P Work Positioning Belt
or training others to use it, CAREFULLY READ and
understand these instructions. If there is anything you do not understand DO NOT use the
P&P Work Positioning Belt
, contact the
supplier or
P&P
for further details.
Certain information in this manual is governed by law and is subject to change without prior notice. Great care has been taken to
ensure that the information is correct at the time of publication. However, it is the users sole responsibility to ensure that they fully
comply with all legal requirements.
P&P
will not accept liability for any inaccuracy or incorrectly stated legal requirements.
P&P
operate a policy of continual improvement and reserve the right to change specifications without notice. The Manufacturer and /
or their recognised agents, directors, employees or insurers will not be held liable for consequential or other damages, losses or
expenses in the connection with or by reason of or the inability to use the
P&P Work Positioning Belt
for any other purpose.
Note; training should only be delivered by a suitably qualified and competent person, i.e. a
P&P
products trainer.
Description
Work Positioning Systems are intended for use by linesman
and workers required to work at height, on poles or other
structures, in a supported position, thereby having both hands
free for working. They are not intended for fall arrest. When
working with a work positioning device, it should normally be
used in conjunction with a fall arrest system.
Before Using
P&P
recommend that users are trained in the proper use and
practical/physical limitations of this
P&P Work Positioning
Belt
. Equipment specifiers / users must ensure this device is
used with compatible lanyards and connectors. Failure to
ensure compatibility may result in an unsafe condition or even
connector/link failure.
P&P Work Positioning Belts
P&P produce a range of ‘Work Positioning’ Belts to BSEN 358.
These belts must be used with an approved lanyard and will
provide a work positioning or restraint system when used with
a suitable anchorage.
Warning
This
P&P Work Positioning Belt
is for work positioning and
work restraint applications only.
Example: To prevent the user reaching a position where a fall
can occur, or to hold the user in a position of work. When
using a Work Positioning Belt and a fall is possible, it should be
deployed in conjunction with a fall arrest system.
P&P Linesman Work Positioning Belt #90056
Linesman Work Positioning Belt
Description: Waist Belt with 160mm wide contoured comfort
pad and a rigid bow ‘D’ ring each side for the attachment of
work positioning devices. Manufactured from polyester
webbing with non-corrosive fittings.
1. P&P Adjuster buckle
2. Comfort Pad
3. Work position / restraint ‘D’ ring attachment points
To Fit Linesman Work Positioning Belt
Secure the belt around waist as tight as comfort will allow, by
threading and adjusting the
P&P
adjuster buckle as shown
below.
P&P SB 10/4 Work Positioning Belt #74213
1
3
3
2
Fixed end
of webbing
Knurled bar
of webbing
1
3
2
5
7
6
4
1
9
8
3
1. Adjustable waist belt complete with wide contoured
pad to give maximum comfort and support.
2. Waist belt ‘D’ ring attachment point to accept double
action connector of integral pole strap.
3. Pole strap adjuster buckle.
4. Pole Strap.
5. Double action connector. (snap hook or karabiner)
6. Anti-friction war pad for added protection against
sharp edges.
7. 3 bar slide &
8. Square link of Barlock waist belt adjuster buckle
assembly.
9. Adjustable position 3 bar slide to hold surplus
webbing.
To Fit SB/4 WPB with Integral Pole Strap
A. Connect the waist belt (1) by turning and feeding
3 bar slide (7) of the adjustable portion of the
waist belt through square link (8) of the non-
adjustable portion.
B. Adjust the waist belt to a comfortable fit by
lengthening or shortening the adjustable portion.
Smooth away the surplus webbing by adjusting the
position of the 3 bar slide (9).
C. Arrange the belt around the body in a manner
both convenient and safe prior to climbing to the
required work position.
Unless the user’s body size is radically changed by different
clothing, the initial adjustment of the waist belt need not be
altered.
GENERAL USAGE
Pass the adjustable webbing end of the pole strap (4) around
the pole or structure and connect the snap hook or karabiner
etc. (5) securely to the ‘D’ ring attachment point of the waist
belt (2). Adjust the pole strap to a convenient working length.
To shorten the pole strap, slightly relax your bodyweight
tension and pull webbing through the adjuster buckle (3).
To lengthen the pole strap, slightly relax your bodyweight
tension, tip the front end of the adjuster buckle (3) away from
the webbing and apply slight body tension to allow free
webbing to feed back through the adjuster buckle.
The anti-friction/wear pad should be located at the back of the
pole or structure to prevent sharp edges etc. working on the
strap.
Warning
Before putting your full weight on the pole strap, always visibly
check that the snap hook or karabiner is securely and properly
connected to the ‘D’ ring attachment point of the belt.
DO NOT
assume, that just because you hear the “click” of
metal against metal, a secure connection has been made.
Do Not
Do not use this belt until you have read and fully
understood these instructions.
Do not use this belt by itself where a fall is possible.
Do not anchor to a structure that itself can fall i.e.
loose or unsecure structure.
Do
Do undertake a full visual inspection of every part of
the belt / work position / restraint system prior to
use.
Do ensure this work position / restraint belt is used
for personal use only.
Do ensure you use connectors (hooks or karabiners
etc.) approved and recommended by
P&P
.
Do ensure that only compatible work position /
restraint items are connected to the belt work
position / restraint attachment ‘D’ ring.
Do check the record card for this belt to ensure that
regular inspections have been correctly recorded.
It is strongly recommended that users are trained in its
proper use and practical/physical limitations.
IF IN DOUBT, CHECK BACK WITH THE SUPPLIER OR
P&P.
Modifications and
Repairs
No repairs, modifications or alterations are to be carried out
on this
P&P Work Positioning Belt.
Rescue Plan
Rescue Plan
As part of your risk assessment you MUST have in place a
rescue plan to deal with any emergency, which may occur
during use. Access to the user, directly or indirectly and their
safe retrieval is of paramount importance, including
preparations for dealing with potential Post Fall Suspension
Syncope
Inspection
This manual contains a Declaration of Conformity on the back
page.
The product name, unique serial number and date of
manufacture will be found on the product label either sewn
into or onto the Belt’s webbing.
Always make sure the product label is present, shows both the
serial number and date of manufacture and that it matches
your Inspection Record Document / this manual. If the
numbers are not legible on the Product Label or do not match
your Inspection Record Document / this manual Do Not Use
the Belt!
The Belt along with all your other Fall Protection PPE must be
subjected to a pre-use check, each time, before use. Failure to
inspect the Belt correctly could cost you your life. You should
be trained to carry out a pre-use check. Detailed recorded
inspections at a frequency of 6 months should only be carried
out by a trained competent person, appointed by the
employer. Additional recorded interim inspections may be
required where risks from transient arduous working
environments exist. This should be identified through Risk
Assessment.
The pre-use check must include (but is not limited to)
Check all webbing/rope for signs of cuts, abrasions,
fraying, tears, burns, mould, discolouration or
chemical attack.
Check all stitching for signs of loosening, pulling or cut
thread. There must be no evidence of damaged
stitching on either side of the stitch pattern.
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If the belt has been subject to significant paint
overspray, it must not be used.
Check connectors for correct operation ensuring
there is no tendency for them to stick or jam.
Adjusters and connectors must be free from rust,
excessive wear, distortion or cracks.
If during the pre-use check the belt is found to be or
believed to be faulty DO NOT use it. Remove from site to
ensure it cannot be used by anyone else.
Marking of PPE
Textile products including webbing and rope
must
not
be
marked using ink or paint. Marker pens and paint will
contaminate textile fibres leading to potential damage from
material stiffening or even chemical attack.
Plastic or Metal casings of components
must not
be marked by
stamping, etching or engraving. These processes may weaken
the material or damage protective coatings.
P&P
advise that if additional identification is required a tagging
system (label or electronic) should be used that does not
interfere in any way with the operation of equipment or
devices. Contact
P&P
or your supplier for advice on additional
labelling.
Cleaning, Maintenance and Storage
Keep the
P&P Work Positioning Belt
clean and dry. Remove
excess moisture with a clean cloth then allow drying naturally
in a warm room away from direct heat.
You may clean this belt using water but avoid getting
soap/detergent into buckles. First rinse in clean cold water if
still soiled; wash in clean warm water (40ºC max) using a mild
detergent if necessary. Thoroughly rinse in clean cold water
and dry as described above.
Chemical Attack
Avoid contact with any chemical, which might affect the
performance of this belt, e.g these include all acids and strong
caustic substances (vehicle battery acid, bleach etc)
If subject to chemical attack, you must remove it from service
and check with the supplier or
P&P
for advice on the possible
consequence of chemical degradation.
Storage
After any necessary cleaning, dry completely then store in a
cool dry place, which will protect it from extreme humidity and
direct heat.
Transportation
Care should be taken to protect the belt against risks such as
those detailed under Service Life. A simple effective way is to
transport the belt in a suitable bag or container which prevents
abrasion.
Service Life
The
Belt
has a maximum life span of 10 years from date of
manufacture, provided it is correctly stored and maintained.
However, if the belt fails any inspection it MUST be destroyed.
See the Statement of Obsolescence within this manual.
About This Manual
This User Manual is for English speaking countries only. If you
require this manual in a different language, please Contact
P&P
.
When this item is sold on, this manual must accompany it and
be supplied in the language of the destination country.
Product Details
The Product Code, Serial number and Date of Manufacture of the
P&P Work Positioning Belt
should be entered on the back page of
this manual for future reference and inspection purposes.
Warning
This
P&P Work Positioning Belt
must be used by persons who are
medically fit to do so. If you have any medical condition, are
recovering from any medical condition or suffer from any physical or
mental disability you must seek professional medical advice before
using this
P&P Work Positioning Belt
.
Statement of Obsolescence
Due to the ingress of dirt and grit, chemical contamination, edge and
surface damage, ultraviolet light degradation, and wear and tear, Fall
Protection Equipment manufactured from synthetic fibres (webbing
and/or rope) is subject to a manufacturer’s statement of obsolescence,
which is a requirement of BS EN 365:2004 a European Product
Standard.
Any item of Fall Protection Equipment manufactured by
P&P
with
synthetic fibre components (webbing and/or rope) is subject to
maximum life span of 10 years from date of manufacture, provided
that the item has been correctly stored, maintained and subjected to
regular recorded inspections by a trained and competent person.
However, if the item fails any inspection, it MUST immediately be
withdrawn from service and destroyed.
An item of Fall Protection Equipment incorporating synthetic fibre
components (webbing and/or rope), manufactured by
P&P
from
January 2015, which has been subject to a lifetime recorded inspection
plan, may give a maximum life span of 10 years. The lifetime recorded
inspection plan must be continuous from date of first use and be
undertaken by a competent person appointed by the employer.
Competent persons must be trained in the use and inspection of the
equipment. The lifetime inspection plan must include as a minimum
requirement, a pre use check and 6 monthly recorded inspections.
The frequency of inspections should be determined by risk
assessment, use and environmental conditions.
Reference should also be made to the British Standard BS 8437:2005
‘The code of practice selection, use and maintenance of personal fall
protection systems and equipment for use in the workplace’ - clause
13.2 Lifespan, which states:
‘Some equipment is given a life span or obsolescence date by the
manufacturer. Equipment that has reached such a limit, which has not
already been rejected for other reasons, should be withdrawn from
service and not used again, unless or until confirmed by a competent
person, in writing, that it is acceptable to do so.’
It should be noted that inspections carried out by a trained and
competent person are only visual and tactile observations of the
condition of the product; they are not testing the residual strength of
the equipment. All synthetic fibres deteriorate slowly with age
regardless of use and as a result,
P&P
strongly advises all users of Fall
Protection Equipment to follow the manufacturer's statement of
obsolescence.
For further advice on this statement, as well as training in the use and
inspection of Fall Protection Equipment, please contact
P&P Safety
Ltd.
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Designers, Manufacturers and Suppliers of Quality Height Safety & Rescue Equipment, Training & Consultancy
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The Manufacturer in the Community
P&P Safety Limited, 131 New John Street, Aston, Birmingham
B6 4LD United Kingdom
Declares that the PPE described hereafter as the
P&P Linesman Work Positioning Belt #90056
is in conformity with the provisions of Council Directive 89/686/EEC and where such
is the case, with the national standard transposing harmonizing standard numbers:
BSEN 358: 1993
is identical to the PPE which is subject to EC certificate of conformity number(s)
BSEN 358/94/001 dated 20/12/94, issued by TUV NEL Limited, East Kilbride,
Glasgow, G75 0QU, United Kingdom
EC Notified Body No 0320
Declares that the PPE described hereafter as the
P&P SB 10/4 Work Positioning Belt #74213
is in conformity with the provisions of Council Directive 89/686/EEC and where such
is the case, with the national standard transposing harmonizing standard numbers:
BSEN 358: 2000
is identical to the PPE which is subject to EC certificate of conformity number(s)
BSEN 358/98/001 dated 18/03/98 amended by AD136, dated 17/12/10, issued by TUV NEL Limited, East Kilbride,
Glasgow, G75 0QU, United Kingdom
EC Notified Body No 0320
is subject to the procedures set out in Article 11 point B of Directive 89/686/EEC
under the supervision of the approved body:
The British Standards Institute, 389 Chiswick High Road, London
W4 4AL, United Kingdom
EC Notified Body No 0086
Done at Birmingham, United Kingdom on 11 January 2017
Senior Technical Manager
P&P Safety Limited, 131 New John Street, Aston,
Birmingham B6 4LD, England.
Telephone: 0121 359 4561 Facsimile: 0121 359 4136
Email: sales@ppsafety.co.uk
Website: www.ppsafety.co.uk
This Manual and its contents © P&P Safety Limited 2017
P&P Work Positioning Belts
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means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior permission of
P&P
Safety Limited.
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&P Safety
Limited, 131 New John Street, Aston, Birmingham B6 4LD, England.
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