EZY iD WASS, WASG Wire Anchor Slings User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- EZY iD
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EZY iD WASS, WASG Wire Anchor Slings User Manual
Product Details
These instructions cover the use of At Height Ltd Wire Anchor Slings, conforming to CE EN795:2012 Type B for the use of one person only and PD CEN/ TS 16415:2013 Type B for two persons use during a rescue.
This equipment may be used in conjunction with any appropriate item of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) relevant to European Union Directive 2016/425. They may be acceptable for use in other applications, if in doubt please consult At Height Ltd.
Available Variants
- A WASG050S/WASG050T = 0.5m
- B WASG100S/WASG100T = 1m
- C WASG150S/WASG150T = 1.5m
- D WASG200S/WASG200T = 2m
- E WASG300S/WASG300T = 3m
- F WASS100T = 1m
- G WASS200T = 2m
Markings/Labelling:
- A Manufacturers identification
- B CE 2849 – CE mark with Notified Body number (Inspec International BV) UKCA 0194 – UKCA mark with Notified Body number (Inspec International Ltd)
- C EN795:2012 Type B – Protection against falls from height – portable anchor devices
- D Read and follow instructions supplied by the manufacturer
- E Product Code – WASGxxx/WASSxxx where WASG – Wire Anchor Sling Galvanised; WASS – Wire Anchor Sling Stainless and xxx = the length of the sling in cm
- F Unique number – XXYYZZZZZ, where XX= year of manufacture; YY= batch number; ZZZZZ = serial number G 25kN – Minimum Breaking Strength
WARNING!
Working at height and related activities are inherently dangerous. It is the responsibility of any person using this equipment to learn, understand and practice the proper techniques for use of the equipment for its designated purposes. It is impossible for this document to cover every eventuality and incorrect use of this equipment may result in fatal consequences. This equipment should only be used by a competent person or a person specifically trained in its use. This equipment should not be used by persons with medical conditions that may affect the safety of the user.
You are responsible for your own actions and any person using this equipment assumes all risks and full responsibility for all damages or injury which may result from the use of it.
When the anchor device is used as part of a fall arrest system the user shall be equipped with a means of limiting the maximum dynamic forces exerted on the
user during the arrest of a fall to a maximum of 6kN.
It is impossible in this booklet to cover all methods of use. The following instructions and pictograms show some of the common correct and incorrect methods of use; it is impossible to predict them all. There is no substitute for instruction by a trained and competent person.
It is essential that a risk assessment is carried out prior to any use and a rescue plan shall be in place to deal with any emergencies that could arise during the work.
If this product is resold outside the original country of destination the reseller should provide these instructions for use in the language of the country in which the product is sold.
General Use
This product is a temporary portable anchor designed to be used as part of a fall arrest system for work at height purposes. Please note it is a piece of PPE and not designed for lifting purposes/ equipment.
Only connect to the eyes of the sling and always use an EN362 approved connector. Do not use more than one connector in each eye. Beware of creating a sharp angle in the wire as this may cause damage and ideally make sure that the where the ends of the sling meet is less than 90 degrees. The ultimate strength of the sling may be reduced by choke hitching around an anchor point.
Any force will be transmitted directly to the structure in the direction in which it is applied. The protective tubing is included to reduce wear/ damage to the wire cable and therefore can suffer damage which is non-critical. Thorough inspection will allow the competent person to determine if the sling is still safe to use.
Inspection
The whole sling should be checked by visual inspection on a regular basis (in
line with the PPE
Regs or more frequently if local regulations require it) noting in particular the condition of the wire cable, the ferrules and the eyes. There should be no broken strands in the wire, the ferrules should not be damaged and should not move and there should be no deformation of the eyes or thimbles.
All thorough examinations should be recorded on an equipment record card.
Maintenance, Cleaning and Storage
The materials used are either galvanised wire with aluminium ferrules and stainless steel thimbles or stainless steel wire with copper ferrules and stainless steel thimbles. The protective tubing is made from heavy duty PVC.
The anchor sling should be cleaned regularly with clean water and/or a mild detergent. Dry away from heat in a well-ventilated area. Store in a clean dry environment free from chemicals, corrosive substances, UV and high humidity. Care should be taken to protect the product against damage during transit.
It is recommended that the anchor sling should be marked with the date of the next (or last) inspection. The lifetime of this product is potentially indefinite depending on manner of use and storage.
No alterations should be made to this product.
EZYiD Compatibility
The WAS range includes a depression or ‘pocket’ in the ferrules. This is done
to allow an EZYID tag to be glued in place. The WAS can be ‘factory fitted’ or
retro-fitted.
At Height Ltd (www.atheightuk.com) declares that the product:
Wire Anchor Sling with prefix WASG and WASS is in conformity with the provisions of Module B of the Regulation EU 2016/425 PPE and the following applicable Standards
EN795:2012 and EN365:2004
The PPE is the subject of EU certification No
2777/14770-01/E01.01 dated 27/08/2020 issued by SATRA Technology Europe Ltd, (Notified Body
- No: 2777)
- Bracetown Business Park,
- Clonee,
- Co. Meath
- D15 YN2P
- Ireland
and is subject to the procedure of ongoing control set out in Module D of Regulation EU 2016/425 PPE under the supervision of the Notified Body
INSPEC INTERNATIONAL B.V. ; (Notified Body No: 2849) Beechavenue 54-62, 1119 PW, Schiphol-Rijk, Netherlands
The following Notified Body performed the UKCA type examination certificate and issued the UKCA type examination certificate
No: XXXX/XXXXX-XX/XXXXXX – date of issue XX/ XX/2022 issued by
- SATRA Technology Centre Ltd (Approved Body
- No: 0321)
- Wyndham Way, Telford Way,
- Kettering
- Northamptonshire
- NN16 8SD
- UK
and is subject to the procedure of ongoing control set out in Module D of Regulation EU 2016/425 as brought into UK law and amended PPE under the supervision of the Approved Body
INSPEC INTERNATIONAL LTD. ; (Approved Body
No: 0194)
56 Leslie Hough Way, Salford, Greater Manchester,
M6 6AJ, United Kingdom.
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