FALLTECH Roughneck Basic Bosun Seat Instructions

FALLTECH Roughneck Basic Bosun

DESCRIPTION

A cushioned secure seat to support workers at height to enable hands-free work. Equipped with 2 lifting Drings, optional tool clips, a padded safety belt.

MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS

Webbing – Polyester with a minimum 5,000 lbs tensile strength D-rings – Alloy steel, with a minimum 5,000 lbs tensile strength Buckles and Adjusters – Alloy steel with a minimum 3,375 lbs tensile strength.

PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum Capacity – 425 lbs

RELEVANT STANDARDS

OSHA – CFR1926.502, CFR1910.66

WARNING: This product is part of a personal restraint, work positioning, suspension, or rescue system. These instructions must be provided to the user and rescuer. The user must read and understand these instructions or have them explained to them before using this equipment. This equipment is to be used in conjunction with a properly fitted and approved Full Body Harness (FBH) as part of a complete Fall Arrest System. The user must read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for each component or part of the complete system. Manufacturer’s instructions must be followed for proper use and maintenance of this product. Alterations or misuse of this product or failure to follow instructions may result in serious injury or death. Pregnant women and minors should not use this equipment.

IMPORTANT: If you have questions on the use, care, or suitability for use of this safety equipment, contact FallTech. Avoid sharp edges and abrasive surfaces.

APPLICATION

Bosun’s seats are designed for use as part of a personnel riding or suspension system in conjunction with a backup fall arrest system, for those users working at height and subject to falls. The bosun’s seat may be used in window washing, painting, maintenance and inspection applications. Bosun’s seats by themselves are not suited for fall protection.

ANCHORAGE STRENGTH

Anchorage requirements are dependent on the application. The bosun’s seat is not designed to be the fall arrest system. Anchorage strength for work positioning must be at least 3,000 lbs, or twice the impact load, whichever is greater. Personnel riding systems anchorages must be able to sustain a static load of 2,500 lbs applied in the direction permitted by the riding system when in use.

Swing Fall: Swing falls occur when the user is not directly under the anchor point. Take action to minimize swing falls by working as close to directly under the anchor as possible. Swing falls may cause serious injury or death.

OPERATION

Inspect the bosun’s seat before each use. Don the FBH in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Stand with the seat behind you. Buckle the seat belt, if so equipped, around your body to a snug fit. Bring the two connecting D-rings together in front of you. Connect the seat support lanyard snap hook to both D-rings. Ensure you are fully in the seat, the D-rings connected and your weight comfortably supported. Connect the Fall Protection System to the FBH in accordance with instructions from that equipment manufacturer.

INSPECTION

Inspect wood parts for cracks, ensure hardware is in good working order, and the webbing is free of cuts, burns, frayed areas and chemical damage.

MAINTENANCE SERVICE AND STORAGE

Avoid a build-up of contaminants like paint, dirt and grease. Clean the webbing with a mild detergent solution. Wipe hardware with clean dry cloth. Allow to air dry. Service must be completed by an authorized service repair facility. Store the seat by hanging it indoors, out of direct sunlight, away from harmful vapors. Inspect the seat after an extended period of storage.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

1306 S. Alameda St. Compton, CA
323-752-0066 www.falltech.com