Hog Slat Inc. Newton Grove, NC USA January 2024 2 Feed Bins Safety User must read, understand, and follow all safety and usage information contained within this manual prior to use of this equipment. Failure to observe the cautions and warnings within these instructions or improper use could result in serious personal injury or death. These instructions must be provided to user of this equipment. Retain these instructions for future use. Intended Use: This system is intended for use as a complete personal fall protection system for Bulk Feed Bins Only. Only a full body harness equipped with a sternal (front) D-ring is suitable for use with this Hog Slat Fall Arrest System. Use in any other application including but not limited to, material handling, recreational or sports activities, or any other activities not described in these instructions, is not approved by Hog Slat Inc. and could result in serious personal injury or death. To reduce the risks associated with working with a Personal Fall Arrest System which, if not avoided, could result in serious personal injury or death: o DO NOT use this equipment in any way not described in this manual. o DO NOT alter this equipment. o DO NOT attempt to shorten, extend, or modify the connection linkage length. o DO NOT use the Hog Slat Fall Arrest System for work positioning. A separate work positioning system must be utilized. o Inspect all components of the system before each use and at least annually. o If inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition in a component of the system, remove the component from service and return to Hog Slat or destroy it. o Any Fall Arrest System that has been subject to fall arrest or impact force must be immediately removed from service. o Only use approved Hog Slat Components. Do not use any additional connecting devices. o The maximum length of connector to cable grab from the harness should not exceed 9 inches o Always maintain three points of contact while climbing. o Ensure that fall protection systems/subsystems assembled from components made by different manufacturers are compatible and meet the requirements of applicable standards, including the ANSI Z359 and OSHA 1910.28 To reduce the risks associated with working at height which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death: o Ensure your health and physical condition allows you to safely withstand all of the forces associated with working at height. Consult with your doctor if you have any questions regarding your ability to use this equipment. o Never exceed allowable capacity of your fall protection equipment. o Never exceed maximum free fall distance of your fall protection equipment. o Do not use any fall protection equipment that fails pre-use or other scheduled inspections, or if you have concerns about the use or suitability of the equipment for your application. Contact Hog Slat with any questions. o Some subsystem and component combinations may interfere with the operation of this equipment. Only use compatible connections. Consult Hog Slat prior to using this equipment in combination with components or subsystems other than those described in the User Instructions. o Ensure there is adequate fall clearance when working at height. o Never modify or alter your fall protection equipment. Only Hog Slat or parties authorized in writing by Hog Slat may make repairs to the equipment. o Prior to use of fall protection equipment, ensure a rescue plan is in place which allows for prompt rescue if a fall incident occurs. o Do not use a body belt for fall arrest applications. Use only a Full Body Harness with sternal (front) D-ring. o Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment when installing, using, or inspecting the device/system.
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