GENERAL
SPECIFICATIONS FOR ALL WANDS
* Maximum working load: 350 lbs. (158.9 kg).
* Maximum M.A.F. rating of retractable SRL to be used is 900lbs. (4kN).
* Static load tested to 3648 lbs. (16.2kN).
* Rotation of tie-off swivel plate 360 degree (on GM 120 only).
* Weight: 5 lbs. (2.3kg).
* General Construction: Aluminum.
* Hardware: stainless steel 18-8.
* Finish: Powder coated safety yellow GM120, deep red GM121 and Orange
GM184.
* Personnel must be connected with a self-retracting lifeline with
a maximum arrest force of 900lbs. (4kN) or less.
* Personnel must use a full body harness.
* Meets all requirements of fall protection systems in
29 CFR-OSHA 1918.85 (k).
* Tested in accordance with ANSI Z359.1-1992 (R1999).
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Container Top Anchor Wand
Model GM120 
US patent No. 6834745 CE certified
When using the anchor wand on top of containers
to disengage a stock twist lock below, the worker shall wear a full
body harness and have an approved, self-retracting web lanyard attached
between the back D ring of the harness and the anchor eye on the
head of the wand. The SRL housing shall be connected at the back
D ring of the harness, and the web double lock snap shall be connected
to the anchor eye on the head of the wand (see Figure 3).
Before approaching the corner casting, the worker shall pull out
sufficient web lifeline to enable him to reach out a full arm's
length with the wand. The correct method of approaching the corner
casting is at a 45 degree angle from the side and leading edges.
Before approaching at the angle, the worker shall rotate the head
of the wand slightly so that the anchor jaws are parallel to the
top opening hole of the casting. He shall then approach the corner
casting at a 45 degree angle and, reaching out at full arm's length,
insert the jaws into the casting (see Figure 4). It may or may not
be necessary to squeeze the release handle while inserting, depending
on the hole size. A click sound may be heard as the jaws lock into
position. Before the worker approaches further, the wand handle
shall be maneuvered to assure the head is locked into the casting.
At no time is the worker to be closer than 3 feet (.9 meters) from
a leading edge unless the wand is engaged.
Once the wand is locked into position, the worker shall move to
the corner and perform the required task (see Figure 5). Upon completion,
the worker shall step back and disengage the wand by squeezing the
handle and lifting the wand out of the casting (see Figure 6).
The GM120 wand may also be used to protect lashers when working
on the end of containers, provided a deck casting is available (see
Figure 7).
When hatch covers are open, the GM120 wand provides protection for
workers approaching the opening by again locking into a deck casting
(see Figure 8). Careful selection of the SRL is necessary to reduce
the swing factor, yet allowing sufficient length to perform the
work.
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Figure 5 |
Figure 6 |
Figure 7
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Figure 8
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Operating Instructions
Container End Anchor Wand
Model GM121
US patent No. 6834745 CE certified
When using the anchor wand at the end of
containers for the protection of lashers, the worker shall
wear a full body harness and have an approved, self-retracting
web lanyard attached between the back D ring of the harness
and the anchor eye on the head of the wand. The SRL housing
shall be connected at the back D ring of the harness, and
the web double lock snap shall be connected to the anchor
eye on the head of the wand.
Before approaching the end casting, the worker shall pull
out sufficient web lifeline to enable him to reach out a
full arm's length with the wand. The correct method of insertion
into the top casting and hole is to squeeze the release
handle first, thus pulling the locking jaws into the head
housing and then reaching up and inserting the head into
the casting opening. The squeeze handle is then released,
and the wand should be firmly locked into position. The
handle shall be maneuvered to assure the head is locked
into the casting (see Figure 1). When working on outside
containers, the wand is to be locked into the inside top
casting (see Figure 2).
The GM121 wand may also be used to protect mechanics when
working on reefer units (se Figure 3 and 4).
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Figure 1
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Figure 2 |
Figure 3 |
Figure 4
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Operating Instructions
Container Top Access - End Lock Wand
Model GM184
US patent No. 6834745
When using the Top Access - End Lock Anchor
Want on top of container to lock into the end hole of the
corner casting, the worker shall wear a full body harness
and have an approved self-retracting web lanyard attached
between the back D ring of the harness and the anchor eye
on the head of the wand. The SRL housing shall be connected
at the back D ring of the harness, and the web double lock
snap shall be connected to the anchor eye on the head of the
wand
Before approaching the corner casting, the
worker shall pull out sufficient web lifeline to enable him
to reach out a full arm's length with the wand. The correct
method of approaching the corner casting is at a 45 degree
angle from the side and leading edges. The worker shall then
approach the corner casting at a 45 degree angle and, reaching
out at full arm's length, insert the jaws into the end hole
of the casting (see Figure 1 & 2). It may or may not be
necessary to squeeze the release handle while inserting, depending
on the hole size. A click sound may be heard as the jaws lock
into position. Before the worker approaches further, the wand
handle shall be maneuvered to assure the head is locked into
the casting. At no time is the worker to be closer than 3
feet (.9 meters) from a leading edge unless the wand is engaged.
Once the wand is locked into position, the
worker shall move to the corner and perform the required task
(see Figure 3). Upon completion, the worker shall step back
and disengage the wand by squeezing the handle and lifting
the wand out of the casting (see Figure 1).
When hatch covers are open, the GM184 wand
provides protection for workers approaching the opening by
again locking into a deck casting end hole. Careful selection
of the SRL is necessary to reduce the swing factor, yet allowing
sufficient length to perform the work
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ANCHOR WAND
CARRY BAGS |
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Recommended Self Retracting Lifeline and Carabiner to be used
with Winsafe Anchor Wands
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Web Self Retracting
Lifeline 3103107
• Durable and lightweight aluminum housing
• 11 ft. one-inch nylon web lifeline for reduced weight
• Reserve lifeline retention system for added safety
• Self-locking swivel snap hook with impact indicator
• Anti-ratcheting twin disk brake
• Meets or exceeds all applicable industry standards
including OSHA, ANSI and the stringent ANSI Z359
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| Saflok® Steel Carabiner 2000523
• 11/16" gate opening
• Self-closing/self-locking gate for increased safety
and security
• Steel construction for durability
• User-friendly design for simple operation even while
wearing gloves
• High stregth construction with a minimum tensile strength
of 5,000 lbs.
• Compatible with most connecting rings
• Meets or exceeds all applicable industry standards
including OSHA, ANSI and the stringent ANSI Z359
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MODEL GM681
RESCUE KIT FOR USE ON SHIPPING CONTAINERS
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• Specifically designed to provide rescue of a worker
that has fallen from a shipping container and is suspended by
their self retracting life line which in turn is anchored to
a Winsafe Corner Casting Anchor Wand.
• Easy to use—has only 3 parts—telescopic
pole, 600cm (20ft) rope w/2 braided self locking snap hooks.
Specifically designed aluminum snap hook retainer.
• Designed for quick set up and uses a large aluminum
snap hook with a 63mm (2.5”) opening to connect to the
back D ring of the suspended worker and a large alloy steel
snap hook with a 63 mm (2.5”) opening to connect to the
hook of the rescue crane.
• Adjustable telescopic pole that extends from 160 cm
(5.25 ft) to 282 cm (9.25 ft). Smooth fibre glass handle with
rubberized grip and tri-oval anodized aluminum slider. Has patented
positive locking device and smart-lok quick on/off system.
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• The snap hook retainer is designed for quick positive
loading and holds the aluminum snap hook firmly in position
for connection to the back D ring of the suspended workers harness.
A firm pull of the pole will release the snap hook from the
pole & leave it firmly locked into the D ring of the harness.
• 600 cm (20 ft) length of super
low stretch double braid polyester rope that is braided to the
snap hooks on each end to retain 90% of the ropes strength.
The rope is 1.1 cm (7/16”) diameter with an approximate
strength of 2475 kg.
• The aluminum snap hook
is rated at 20KN (4496 lbs) tensile strength.
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OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS FOR RESCUE KIT
MODEL GM681 |
When performing a rescue of
a suspended worker, the rescue worker shall first position
the aluminum snap hook in the retainer located at the top
of the rescue pole. This is done by squeezing the double lock
snap & opening the gate. Then insert the snap into the
retainer so that the gate is held open by the retainer. Secondly,
adjust the length of the rescue pole by pressing the red button
on the pole and extend the pole to desired length before locking
into place.
When performing a rescue of a suspended worker, the rescue
worker shall follow the operating instructions provided for
use of the GM120 top lock yellow anchor wand and anchor themselves
to the closest open corner casting related to the suspended
worker.
Once anchored to the corner casting the rescue worker shall
reach down with the rescue pole & hook the open snap into
the back D ring of the suspended worker. Once this action
is accomplished the rescue worker shall give the pole a positive
pull upwards to release the snap hook from its retainer.
Once accomplished the rescue worker shall set aside the rescue
pole and connect the steel lock snap on the opposite end of
the rope to the hook of the rescue cranes.
The suspended worker is then slowly raised by the crane to
the rescue team on the top of the container.
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Winsafe
Corp.
One Valleywood Dr. Unit # 1
Markham, ON L3R 5L9
Ph. 905-474-9340
Fax. 905-474-9341
www.winsafe.com
Contact person: George Mackay
Ph. 770-639-2266
e-mail – george@winsafe.com |
Copyright
© 2003 WINSAFE Corp. All rights reserved.
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