Product Name: Single Stanchion

Part #: 15225

Instruction Manual

Do not throw away these instructions!

Read and understand these instructions before using equipment!

Introduction

Applicable Safety Standards

Worker Classifications

Product Specific Applications

Components and Specifications

Installation and Use

Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage

Inspection

Inspection Log

Safety Information

Labels

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a Guardian Fall Protection Single Stanchion. This manual must be read and understood in its entirety, and used as part of an employee training program as required by OSHA or any applicable state agency.

This and any other included instructions must be made available to the user of the equipment. The user must understand how to safely and effectively use the Single Stanchion, and all fall safety equipment used in combination with the Single Stanchion.

User Information

Date of First Use:

Serial #:

Trainer:

User:

Applicable Safety Standards

When used according to instruction specifications, this product meets or exceeds all applicable OSHA 1926

Subpart M and OSHA 1910 standards for fall protection. Applicable standards and regulations depend on the type of work being done, and also might include state-specific regulations. Consult regulatory agencies for more information on personal fall arrest systems and associated components.

Worker Classifications

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CAUTION

Understand the following definitions of those who work near or who may be exposed to fall hazards.

Qualified Person: A person with an accredited degree or certification, and with extensive experience or sufficient professional standing, who is considered proficient in planning and reviewing the conformity of fall protection and rescue systems.

Competent Person: A highly trained and experienced person who is ASSIGNED BY THE EMPLOYER to be responsible for all elements of a fall safety program, including, but not limited to, its regulation, management, and application. A person who is proficient in identifying existing and predictable fall hazards, and who has the authority to stop work in order to eliminate hazards.

Authorized Person: A person who is assigned by their employer to work around or be subject to potential or existing fall hazards.

It is the responsibility of a Qualified or Competent person to supervise the job site and ensure all applicable safety regulations are complied with.

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Product Specific Applications

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WARNING

Use of equipment in unintended applications may result in serious injury or death. Maximum 1 attachment per connection point.

Fall Prevention: Single Stanchions may be used in Fall Prevention applications ONLY. Fall

Prevention Systems are placed around the leading edges of any and all fall hazards to prevent a worker from going over an edge, and may be used in substitute of Fall Protection or safety netting systems. Installation requirements for Single Stanchions set forth in this manual

MUST be adhered to. Personal Fall Arrest, Work Positioning, Climbing, Rescue, and any other systems must NEVER be connected to Fall Prevention Systems.

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WARNING

NEVER lean or climb on Fall Prevention systems.

Surfaces more than 6’ above lower levels require the use of a Fall Prevention or Fall Protection system.

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Components and Specifications

Materials: powder-coated steel

Carrying Handle

Stanchion Leg

Warning Line

Connection Point

Single Stanchion height: 39”.

#01400: 3/8” diameter wire rope (not included)

#15308: Steel Warning Flag (not included).

#15231: Synthetic warning line with flags (not included).

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Installation and Use

Prior to installation, plan your system:

1. All equipment to be used in combination with the Single Stanchion must be selected and deemed compatible by a Competent Person.

2. Ensure work surface on which Single Stanchion System is to be installed is free of all damage, including, but not limited to, rot, rust, cracking, sharp or abrasive edges and surfaces, and hazardous materials.

3. Ensure all fall hazards will be surrounded on all sides by a Fall Prevention system, such as a Single

Stanchion warning line system. If unobstructed fall hazards are present, a separate PFAS must be used together with (but never attached to) the Fall Prevention system.

4. Completely plan the layout of the Single Stanchion warning line system.

• Single Stanchions must be placed a MINIMUM 6’ from the leading edge of all fall hazards.

• When mechanical equipment is in use, Single Stanchions must be placed a MINIMUM 6’ from the leading edge parallel to the direction of the mechanical equipment, and 10’ from the leading edge perpendicular to the direction of the mechanical equipment.

• Single Stanchions may be placed a MAXIMUM 50’.

• Warning Line MUST be rigged so its lowest point is not below 34” and its highest point is not above 39”.

• Warning flags MUST be installed on Warning Line no more than 6’ apart.

Installation:

1. Twist open Single Stanchion legs.

2. Lift up stem until vertical.

3. Lock into place with provided pin.

4. Place all Single Stanchions at selected installation locations.

5. Run Warning Line between Single

Stanchion by pulling up on Warning

Line Connection Point, wrapping line around prongs, and then releasing.

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Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage

If Single Stanchion fails inspection in any way, immediately remove it from service, and contact Guardian to inquire about its return or repair.

Cleaning after use is important for maintaining the safety and longevity of Single Stanchion. Remove all dirt, corrosives, and contaminants from Single Stanchion before and after each use. If Single Stanchion cannot be cleaned with plain water, use mild soap and water, then rinse and wipe dry. NEVER clean Single Stanchion with corrosive substances.

When not in use, store equipment where it will not be affected by heat, light, excessive moisture, chemicals, or other degrading elements.

Inspection

Prior to EACH use, inspect Single Stanchion for deficiencies, including, but not limited to, corrosion, deformation, pits, burrs, rough surfaces, sharp edges, cracking, rust, paint buildup, excessive heating, alteration, and missing or illegible labels. IMMEDIATELY remove Single Stanchion from service if defects or damage are found, or if exposed to forces of fall arrest.

Ensure that applicable work area is free of all damage, including, but not limited to, debris, rot, rust, decay, cracking, and hazardous materials. Ensure that selected work area will support the application-specific minimum loads set forth in this instruction manual. Work area MUST be stable.

At least every 6 months, a Competent Person other than the user must inspect Single Stanchion. Competent

Person inspections MUST be recorded in inspection log in instruction manual and on equipment inspection grid label. The Competent Person must sign their initials in the box corresponding to the month and year the inspection took place.

During inspection, consider all applications and hazards Single Stanchion have been subjected to.

Inspection Log

Date of First Use: __________________.

Product lifetime is indefinite as long as it passes pre-use and Competent Person inspections. User must inspect prior to EACH use. Competent Person other than user must complete formal inspection at least every 6 months. Competent Person to inspect and initial.

This inspection log must be specific to one Single Stanchion. Separate inspection logs must be used for each Single Stanchion. All inspection records must be made visible and available to all users at all times.

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If equipment fails inspection IMMEDIATELY REMOVE FROM SERVICE.

Safety Information

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WARNING

Failure to understand and comply with safety regulations may result in serious injury or death. Regulations included herein are not all-inclusive, are for reference only, and are not intended to replace a Competent

Person’s judgment or knowledge of federal or state standards.

Do not alter equipment. Do not misuse equipment.

Workplace conditions, including, but not limited to, flame, corrosive chemicals, electrical shock, sharp objects, machinery, abrasive substances, weather conditions, and uneven surfaces, must be assessed by a Competent

Person before fall protection equipment is selected.

The analysis of the workplace must anticipate where workers will be performing their duties, the routes they will take to reach their work, and the potential and existing fall hazards they may be exposed to. Fall protection equipment must be chosen by a Competent Person. Selections must account for all potential hazardous workplace conditions. All fall protection equipment should be purchased new and in an unused condition.

Fall protection systems must be selected and installed under the supervision of a Competent Person, and used in a compliant manner. Fall protection systems must be designed in a manner compliant with all federal, state, and safety regulations. Forces applied to anchors must be calculated by a Competent Person.

Unless explicitly stated otherwise, the maximum allowable free fall distance for lanyards must not exceed 6’.

No free fall allowed for non-LE SRLs. Class A SRLs must arrest falls within 24”; Class B SRLs must arrest falls within 54”.

Harnesses and connectors selected must be compliant with manufacturer’s instructions, and must be of compatible size and configuration. Snap hooks, carabiners, and other connectors must be selected and applied in a compatible fashion. All risk of disengagement must be eliminated. All snap hooks and carabiners must be self-locking and self-closing, and must never be connected to each other.

A pre-planned rescue procedure in the case of a fall is required. The rescue plan must be project-specific. The rescue plan must allow for employees to rescue themselves, or provide an alternative means for their prompt rescue. Store rescue equipment in an easily accessible and clearly marked area.

Training of Authorized Persons to correctly erect, disassemble, inspect, maintain, store, and use equipment must be provided by a Competent Person. Training must include the ability to recognize fall hazards, minimize the likelihood of fall hazards, and the correct use of personal fall arrest systems.

NEVER use fall protection equipment of any kind to hang, lift, support, or hoist tools or equipment, unless explicitly certified for such use.

Equipment subjected to forces of fall arrest must immediately be removed from use.

Age, fitness, and health conditions can seriously affect the worker should a fall occur. Consult a doctor if there is any reason to doubt a user’s ability to withstand and safely absorb fall arrest forces or perform set-up of equipment. Pregnant women and minors must not use this equipment.

Physical harm may still occur even if fall safety equipment functions correctly. Sustained post-fall suspension may result in serious injury or death. Use trauma relief straps to reduce the effects of suspension trauma.

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90197

(Rev. B)

Single

Stanchion

Part #: 15225

6305 S. 231st St.

Kent, WA 98032

1-800-466-6385 www.guardianfall.com

Prior to use, read and understand all manufacturer’s instructions provided with equipment at time of shipment.

Compliant with OSHA 1910 and

OSHA 1926 Subpart M regulations.

Warning Line MUST be between

34” - 39” above working surface.

Single Stanchions may be placed MAXIMUM 50’ apart.

Must be placed MINIMUM 6’ from all leading edges of fall hazards, and 10’ from leading edges perpendicular to the direction of any mechanical equipment.

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WARNING

NEVER make any connections to any part of Single Stanchion warning line systems.

NEVER lean or climb on Single

Stanchion warning line systems.

INSPECTION GRID

User must inspect prior to

EACH use. Competent Person must complete formal inspection every 6 months. Competent

Person to inspect and initial.

Date of First Use: _______________.

Product lifetime is indefinite as long as equipment passes pre-use and Competent

Person inspections.

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If equipment fails inspection,

IMMEDIATELY REMOVE

FROM SERVICE

DO NOT REMOVE LABELS

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85221 (Rev. C)