BSafe user's reference guide for construction workers

8/18/2019 BSafe user's reference guide for construction workers

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FAST GUARD

Collective Fall Prevention System

USER GUIDE


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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

You have just acquired a Collective Fall Prevention System from B Safe Limitedand we thank you for your confidence.

In order for this product to meet all your requirements, we ask that before each useyou to follow the guidance in this manual, ignoring the guidance could give rise toserious consequences.We strongly suggest you read this guide again from time to time

IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THIS GUIDE IS GIVEN TO THE END USER.

Please check that the system is compatible with the recommendations of all othercomponents within your access system. It is necessary to be completely sure,before use, that the recommendations specific to each element associated withthis product are respected.

Wherever possible it is strongly advised to personally attribute responsibility forthis system, its operation and safe keeping to an individual user.

While in use protect your system and its components against all risks connectedwith the work environment: thermal, electrical, or mechanical shocks, aciddischarges etc.

Attention

Activities at height are dangerous and can bring about serious accidents andinjuries.

We remind that you are personally responsible in the case of an accident, injury orfatality to either yourself or a third party during or following the use of one of ourproducts.

It is recommended that use of our products is completed under the supervision andinstruction of a competent and experienced person.

Ensure that you have received adequate training in the use of this system and

make sure that you understand how it works. If there is any doubt, do not take anyrisks but seek advice.

A good physical condition is obligatory in order to carry out work from height.

B Safe Limited declines all responsibility for any use, storage methods ormaintenance carried out in any manner whatsoever other than that described

within this guide.


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CONTENTS

Important Information - Guidance Use Page 2

System Overview - Introduction Page 4

- The Fast Guard System Page 4

- Safe Working Practises Page 5

- Inspection General Page 5

- System Components Page 6

Inspections Before Use - Coupler Page 7

- Joiner Page 8

- Wand Page 9

Operation Coupler - Opening and Fitting Page 10

- Tube Loading and Unloading Page 11

- Removing Page 12

- Raising with Wand Page 15

- Lowering with Wand Page 16

- Lowering by Hand Page 18

Joiner - Fitting Page 13

- Releasing Page 14

Wand - Removal Page 17

System - Prepare, Fit & Lock Couplers Page 19

- Fit Temporary Guardrails Page 20 - 21

- Fit Joiners Page 21- Lock Cradles Page 22

- Raise and Level Page 22 - 24

- Stop Ends Page 23

- Fit Permanent Guardrails Page 25 - 26

- Subsequent Platforms Page 26 - 27

- Dismantling Page 28 - 30

User Notes - User Notes Page 31

Important Information - Recommendations Page 32

- Maintenance & Storage Page 32

- Operating Temperature Page 32

- Contacts Page 32, 36

- Compliances Page 33- Delivery Page 33

- Preparation Page 33

- Colour Page 33

- User Guide Revisions Page 31, 33

Warranty - Warranty / Sale Terms Page 34

Issue Certificate - Page 35


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INTRODUCTION

Falls account for more than half of the fatal accidents in the construction industryevery year. Scaffolders are particularly at risk and many are seriously injured, orworse, as a result of a fall from height while carrying out their everyday duties.

All of these accidents could be significantly reduced, or eliminated completely, byproviding the most effective and appropriate safety equipment available andensuring the correct training in its use is given and recorded.

Clear and precise hierarchy of control measures detail the duty holder s legalobligations and responsibilities to those working at height.

Avoid working at height where possible, where that is not deemed reasonablypracticable provide sufficient work equipment for preventing a fall occurring.

When selecting work equipment for use in work at height, give collectiveprotection measures priority over personal protection measures at all times.

Proper consideration of Advance Guardrail Systems is one way to comply withyour legal obligations. More importantly implementation is the only way ofproviding scaffolder s with the best protection from falling from height while carrying

out their everyday duties.

THE FAST GUARD SYSTEM

The key component within the FAST GUARD system is an innovative coupler thatlocks onto a scaffold standard, from any direction without need of tools.

Once fitted onto a scaffold the coupler resists unintentional downward movementwhilst still allowing intentional movement in an upwards direction.

The coupler is designed to locate and receive a standard scaffold handrail, whichwhen fitted can be raised, using a Fast Guard Wand, to a height beyond normalreach, where it will lock without the need of fastening or tightening.

FAST GUARD is designed to self level advance guard rails from a previouslylevelled datum, allowing subsequent permanent guard rails to be placed without the

need for additional levelling techniques. This feature saves significant time andresults in the use of Fast Guard being virtually time neutral, making it the fastestcollective fall prevention system available.

The FAST GUARD system is light and compact and can easily be moved from one job to another. The installation of the system follows the same principals as otherroutine scaffold operations and will easily become second nature to operatives whouse it.


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SAFE WORKING PRACTICES

Use of a Collective Fall Prevention System (CFPS) does not completely eliminate therisk of falling.

Personal fall protection equipment should always be worn when; raising or loweringscaffold boards or decks between working platforms, undertaking alterations,adaption's or other non standard scaffolding tasks.

Always follow training received and the advice contained within this guide for the safeuse of the Fast Guard system.

Never use any part of the FAST GUARD system, or scaffold tubes supported by thesystem as a hop up or as an attachment point for a safety harness or any otherfall arrest system.

Never use the FAST GUARD coupler as a load bearing coupler with otherapplications.

Plan the installation method of the FAST GUARD system prior to commencing eachproject.

Ensure that all personnel using the equipment have been adequately trained.

We remind that you have a personal legal duty of care to ensure the safety of bothyourself and those around you.

SAFETY NOTE

Never use any part of the FAST GUARD system, or scaffold tubes supportedby the system as a hop up or an attachment point for a safety harness or anyother fall arrest system.

If equipment has been subjected to impact load take out of service and returnto manufacturer for inspection.

INSPECTION GENERAL

Periodic examination of work equipment is crucial to its continuing safe performanceand to the safety of workers who use it.

This is particularly important with equipment used as part of a fall prevention system.

Please read Important Notes on pages 2 & 32.


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WAND ASSEMBLY

TRANSPORT BAGCOUPLER and CRADLE

JOINER

SYSTEM COMPONENTS

The FAST GUARD FGS8 system comprises of

8 Couplers and Cradles3 Joiners1 Wand

Transport BagUser GuideFast Start Notes


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Whilst standing on the ground, take the firstFAST GUARD coupler and with a slightupwards movement fit to the scaffoldstandard. Page 10.

Rotate the coupler around standard, to alignguardrail inside scaffold platform.

Ensure the coupler gate catch lock is in thelocked position.

Open cradle cam lock ready to receiveguardrail.

Complete the scaffold structureto the first lift setting out inaccordance with TG20:08.

Load out FAST GUARD andhandrail.

STEP 3 Repeat and Set Out CouplersR

TIP Do not install boards at this time

Fit further couplers along length of first lift, setting out to ensure each guardrail issupported by two couplers. For stop ends / returns detail see page 23 Fig d.

Note: Abutting guardrails must be linked with Fast Guard Joiners page 13.

USING FAST GUARD

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When setting out ensuresupporting standards are longenough and without joints tosupport the couplers when theyascend to their intended height.

Example configuration is shownin page 21 Fig c.

STEP 1 Prepare

STEP 2 Fit, Lock, Open Cradles


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Select appropriate length tubes and load into Fast Guard couplers.

Do not close cradle locks at this time, but align the guardrail overhangs withinthe couplers such that one cradle can be set Tube Slide (Fig. a) and the otherTube Locked (Fig. b).

Example configuration page 21 Fig c.

SAFETY Ensure overhang is sufficient to prevent tube slidingcompletely through coupler during operation.

TIP As a guide the tubeoverhang should exceed the length

of an extended wand

Fig. b Tube Locked

TIPMinimum overhang 200mm to

allow Joiner connection, if required

Fig. a Tube Slide

STEP 4 Load Guard Rails


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For each guardrail securely attach one Joiner using the fixing thumb screw.Take care to ensure correct alignment of the Joiners with adjoining section ofguardrail. Page 13 details 1 & 2.

After Joiner is fitted and aligned set locking arm position to open allowingguardrails to be raised in due course. Page 14 detail 3.

STEP 5 Fit Joiners

At Points a the cradle cam locks are in the Tube Slide position and the tubeoverhang is sufficient to allow safe travel through coupler when raising.

At Points b the cradle cam locks are in the Tube Lock position with sufficient

overhang to allow a Fast Guard Joiner to be fitted, if required.

SAFETY Two couplers must ALWAYS be used with each tube length.

Ensure Point a overhang is sufficient to prevent tube slidingcompletely through coupler during operation. See page 23

Points a Tube Slide

Joiner fixed to Rail 2

Fig. c Example Configuration

Points b Tube Locked

Rail 2

Rail 1


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Close and lock all coupler cradles in their respective Tube Slide or Tube Lockpositions, ensuring the cam blades click fully closed.

STEP 6 Lock Coupler Cradles

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Using an extended Wand, raise Rail 1 Point a into position, setting the correctheight and level by aligning the Wand positioning mark with the fixed outsideledger of the scaffold structure.

STEP 7 Raise & Level Phase 1

WAND

Point a

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TIP Use the alignment groove on the Wand handle to set guard rail fromledger to your preferred height.

Rail 1

Align


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Stop end / return guard rails can be achievedby using two Fast Guard couplers.

Alternatively these details can be fixed byusing a right angle scaffold coupler at one endand a Fast Guard coupler at the other.

In a similar way move Rail 1 Point b to leave first section of guardrail raisedand level.

Point b

TIP Take care to level the temporary rail as this will be used toset the permanent guard rail level later.

Two Fast Guard wands can be used to raise, lower & levelsections of guard rail in one operation.

SAFETY Ensure standards are long enough to support Fast Guardcouplers until they reach their intended height.

If necessary use a sacrificial puncheon.


Rail 1

Fig. d Stop Ends / Return Detail


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Move Rail 2 Point b into position making sureJoiner docks and locks correctly with Rail 1.

LOCKED


Rail 2

Point b Rail 1

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Now raise Rail 2 Point a setting the correct height and level by aligning theWand positioning marks with the fixed outside ledger of the scaffold.


SAFETY Ensure joiners dock and lock correctly as described inpage 13.

Point a Rail 2


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Once all Fast Guard couplers and temporary guardrails are in place, including any stop-end rails and shortreturns enter first lift.

Fit right angle couplers directly under the Fast Guardcouplers ready to receive permanent guard rail.

TIP The previous Wand levelling procedure will have automatically setthe permanent handrail position and level.

Completely board first lift prior to entering.

STEP 12 Fit Right Angle Couplers

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Install a permanent guard rail into the right angle couplers leaving the FastGuard temporary rail in place at this time Fig e. The Fast Guard temporary railcan now be moved upwards (after unlocking joiners) ready to protect the nextplatform level.

Alternatively move the Fast Guard rail into additional right angle scaffoldcouplers to form an intermediate guardrail Fig f.

STEP 13 Fit Permanent Rail

Fig. e Fig. f

STEP 11 Board Platform

TIP On occasions it may be beneficial to slightly raise the Fast Guardcouplers prior to transferring rails to allow easier access.


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STEP 14 Repeat

Working along lift repeat Step 13 and complete primary guard rail.

If Fast Guard is not being used for progressive lifts at this time, remove couplersand return to transport bag for safe keeping.

NOTE: When not in use, ALWAYS store couplers with cradle locks in Tube

Slide position. This will ensure continued correct operation of the coupler cradle.

STEP 15 Remove Couplers

When installing subsequent lifts, working safely within the permanent guardrail,repeat steps 2 to 6. Initially fit and set Fast Guard at a comfortable height abovethe permanent guardrail (chest height) Fig g. Next slide temporary guardrail, byhand, above the next ledger line.

At any point after fixing and levelling the next working platform ledger, raiseFast Guard to the correct position, repeating steps 7-11 Fig h.

STEP 16 Fit Couplers for Subsequent Platform

TIP Raise Fast Guard by hand to an approximate position justabove the ledger line before installing ledger or transoms.

Always lift under coupler not cradle

SAFETY Ensure standards are long enough to support Fast Guardcouplers until they reach their intended height.

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Following completion of platform boardsascend to lift and install permanent rails assteps 12 to 15.

Either remove Fast Guard couplers totransport bag or raise the temporary railfor use in next lift (Step 13).

STEP 18 Complete lift

On completion of the scaffold remove all FAST GUARD couplers and using thetransport bag store safely ready for use at the next job.

NOTE: When not in use, ALWAYS store couplers with cradle locks in TubeSlide position. This will ensure continued correct operation of the coupler cradle.

STEP 19 Store Couplers

STEP 17 Install Permanent Guard

TIP When not in use, ALWAYS store couplers with cradle locks inTube Slide position.

This will ensure continued correct operation of the coupler cradle.


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To safely dismantle the scaffold, fit the FAST GUARD couplers at a point justabove the existing top permanent guardrail Fig i.

Check and make sure the gate of each coupler is firmly closed and locked,Page 10.

Move the intermediate permanent guard rail into the Fast Guard couplers using joiners as necessary following steps 4 to 6 Fig j.

Joiners must be set to locked position at this time.

This will leave a complete temporary guard rail in place.

Following your normal sequencing of work dismantle the remaining top scaffoldplatform completely and descend to boarded platform below.

Note:On base lifts, fit Fast Guard couplers to the outside of standards allowingledgers and transoms to remain in place when lowering guardrails.

STEP 20 Fit Fast GuardDISMANTLING

TIP Ensure standards are long enough, and without joints, to supportFast Guard couplers as they descend to their intended height.

Re-use permanent intermediate guard rail as temporary rail

On base lifts, fit Fast Guard couplers to the outside of standardsallowing ledgers and transoms to remain in place when loweringguardrails.

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Using wand, set locks on joiners to release position (page 14). Dock wand(page 16) into coupler. Prepare to support the weight of coupler and guard rail.

STEP 21 Set Joiner : Dock Wand

Move the wand towards you (away from thestandard) to release coupler locking platesand support the full weight of the cradle andguardrail Fig k.

In a controlled manner lower the guard railto just above head height.

Return the wand towards standard tore-engage coupler locking plates.

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STEP 22 Lower Guard Rail

Fig. k Fig. l

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TIP Maintain Wand removal angle as wandis removed.

DO NOT apply any side force to wand.

Set the Wand removal angle by allowing Wandto hang freely. Now remove Wand by applyinga gentle uniform outward force.

Do not apply any sideways or rotationalmovement to wand. See Fig l and page 17.


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TIP Lower Fast Guard with Wand to head height then lower rail to newguard rail level.

Continue lowering Fast Guard by hand

(page 18).

Position guardrail rail just above permanenttop guard rail on the working platform.

Ensure all couplers are set at correct heightand all Fast Guard joiners are connected andset in locked position.

Now the Fast Guard rail is in place permanentguard rails can be removed.

Continue dismantling scaffold as requiredrepeating Steps 21-23.

STEP 23 Hand Position Rail

SAFETY Ensure standards are long enough and without joints, tosupport Fast Guard couplers as they descend to theirintended height.


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USER NOTES

Revisions

Revision T Paqe 3 - IndexPaqe 28 - Note added - Lowering base lift


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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Recommendations

Before each use carry out an in depth visual examination in order to ensure theintegrity of the FAST GUARD system - see pages 7-9.

Equipment that has been subjected to excessive impact or stress mustnot be used.

Never try to modify or repair a piece of equipment yourself.

Please keep this user guide with the product at all times.

Maintenance & Storage

Good maintenance and storage of your Fast Guard system will prolong its workinglife, while assuring your safety.

It is important to always store couplers with cradle locks in Tube Slide position.

The Fast Guard system should be treated and respected as a specialist tool.

Users should avoid storage or handling situations that may cause impact or damageto components.

Components DO NOT require periodic lubrication.System components should be cleaned with water.Never use acid solvents or anything based upon these.Dry components in a well ventilated area. Avoid sources of heat or UV light.Store the system in the supplied transport bag provided. Avoid any corrosive atmospheres and excessive heat and cold.

Operating Temperature / Humidity Range

0 to +40 deg centigrade. Do not use in freezing conditions.

Relative Humidity not less than 50% RH.

Contact Details & Further Advice

Additional safety and operation information is contained within this publication. Forfurther advice or information please contact your immediate supervisor or manager.

Alternatively please contact B Safe Limited technical department.


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Compliances

FAST GUARD complies with BS EN 12811-1:2003 and BS EN 13374:2004requirements for temporary guardrails when used in accordance with:

1. This user guide.

2. Guidance notes BS EN 12811-1:2003 & BS EN 13374:2004.

3. Guidance notes TG20:08.

4. Traditional tube and fitting scaffolds constructed and manufactured toBS EN 39:2001 and BS EN 1139-1.2:1990.

Delivery

We would appreciate your assistance in checking the contents of your newFAST GUARD CFPS as soon as possible and report any defects or omissions toyour supplier or B Safe Limited within seven days of receipt of goods.

Unfortunately we will not be able to offer any replacement for defects or omissionsreported after this date. This statement does not affect your legal or statutory

rights given under UK law.

Preparation

The successful implementation of any temporary work equipment system is in thepre-start planning and preparation.

Plan the installation of the FAST GUARD collective fall prevention system beforecommencing work.

Discard any components considered unfit for purpose.

Colour

Please note the colours used within this publication are intended to assist withguidance and do not fully represent the colours of your delivered Fast Guardsystem. This will not, in any way, be detrimental to the use or performance ofyour Collective Fall Prevention System.

User Guide Revisions

Please check our web site literature page for latest User Guide Revisions


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B SAFE LIMITED

PRODUCT WARRANTY

B Safe Limited warrant to the original purchaser that this Fast Guard C ollectiveFall Prevention System is free of defects in both material and workmanship for aperiod of 12 months.

Note: This warranty expressly excludes consumable parts that are consideredreplaceable from time to time during the normal working life of the system.

a) The warranty date commences from the date the goods are purchased.

b) All warranty claims must be processed through the Dealer from whom theequipment was purchased. The Dealer will co-operate with the purchaserthroughout the warranty claims procedure and will arrange any necessaryrepairs using genuine B Safe Limited parts.

c) If the original Dealer is no longer available to fulfil his obligations pleasecontact B Safe Limited with full details of the claim and proof of purchaseso that this may be processed without delay.

d) Any warranty claim can only relate to the specific part that is proven to beat fault and for which a replacement part will be supplied but cannot beextended to constitute a claim against the complete component or system.

e) B Safe Limited will supply the Dealer with any warranty parts requiredsubject to the claim being validated after return of the faulty items inaccordance with B Safe Limited General Conditions of Sale.

f) Claims will not be accepted if they are as a result of fair wear and tear,misuse or abuse of any kind.

g) No replacement will be given unless the appropriate evidence of thevalidity of the claim has been provided to the satisfaction ofB Safe Limited.

h) B Safe Limited reserve the right to charge for any unnecessary work

carried out as a result of an invalid claim.

i) No variation to this warranty may be made or implied by any member ofB Safe Limited or its Dealers unless such variation is in writing andauthorised by the Company.

Please also refer to B Safe Limited terms and conditions of sale a full copy can befound online www.bsafelimited.co.uk or obtained from our offices upon request.


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ISSUE CERTIFICATE RECORD

1. I acknowledge that I have received and read the B Safe LimitedFast Guard Collective Fall Prevention System User Guide and that Iunderstand and will follow the guidance contained within.

2. I will complete inspection checks before each use, as listed in theguide, and remove from use any damaged components to ensure thecontinuing safe operation of the equipment supplied.

3. I will never use the equipment for anything other than its intendedpurpose and will take good care of the equipment issued to me.

4. I understand that I must not use any part of the Fast Guard system,or scaffold tubes supported by the system as a hop up or anattachment point for a safety harness or any other fall arrest system.

5. I will promote safe working practises for myself and for others.

6. I will follow the WAHR 2006 hierarchy of working at height controlmeasures.

7. I recognise that I have a legal duty of care to keep myself and

colleagues safe during the execution of my duties.

I confirm that I have received ( ) Number Fast Guard CFP systems

Received by Signature

Print Name

Issued By Signature

Print Name

(Position)

Date

User Manual Edition FGCFPS December 2010 Revision T

(Please retain this certificate for your Health and Safety records).


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For more information on bSafe products please contact

B Safe Limited40 Murdock RoadBicesterOxfordshireOX26 4PP

Telephone 01869 242681Fax 01869 321064E-mail [email protected] www.bsafelimited.co.uk

Registered in England No. 6963906 Registered office as above

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