Designed for installation on fixed, permanent ladders of virtually any height, Gemtor ladder climber's safety systems feature a safety sleeve that automatically follows the ascending and descending movements of a worker along a fixed ladder. If a slip or fall occurs, a locking mechanism engages, limiting the fall to a few inches and reducing the possibility of serious injury.

Common features of Gemtor ladder climber safety systems include:
• Full-body harness with front D-ring
• 100' of stainless steel cable (other lengths available, 30' minimum)
• Most installations can be completed by maintenance personnel in less than one hour.

The 6000 Series features a removable safety sleeve, so that a worker can take the sleeve with him from site to site. The 6000 Series is an economical solution for situations with many ladders in use. A worker needs only one sleeve and can hook up to any Gemtor 6000 Series system.

Model 6001 (shown) Complete system includes:
• Model 6002 - Safety sleeve with energy absorber and carabiner (additional sleeves available separately)
• Model 933 - Ladder climber's harness
• 100' of ^-le" diameter stainless steel cable (other lengths are available)
• Model 6006 - Cable guides to be spaced at 35' intervals
• Upper and lower mounting brackets and necessary installation hardware

Model 6010
Complete 100' assembly without a safety sleeve, or harness.

The safety sleeve in this system is permanently attached to the cable so that it reliably remains with the system at all times. The 5000 Series is good for use in situations where many different workers at different times may need to have access to the same safety system. Additional sleeves can be added to the cable to accommodate more than one worker at the same time.

Model5001 Complete system includes:
• Model 5002 - Safety sleeve (Additional sleeves available separately)
• Model 933 - Ladder climber's harness
• Model 5105 - Carabiner
• 100' of 7/32" diameter stainless steel cable (other lengths are available)
• Model 5006 - Cable guides to be spaced at 35' intervals
• Upper and lower mounting brackets and necessary installation hardware.

Model 5050
Complete 100' assembly without harness.

WITH HARDWOOD RUNGS

2" wide x 1" thick x 15" long oval shaped hardwood rungs. Side rails may be ordered in S/S" diameter nylon, polyester, poly-blend, or HSP rope. Side rails pass through and are secured to rungs using steel drive pins. Rungs are spaced 12" apart. Ladders come standard with 5' tie-down lines. See page 3 for snaphooks and carabiners that can be ordered permanently spliced to ends of tie-down lines.
Available Models:

Model 322 - Nylon rope side rails
Model 323 - Polyester rope side rails
Model 324 - Poly-blend rope side rails
Model 326 - HSP rope side rails

WITH SERRATED ALUMINUM RUNGS

1-3/4" diameter x 15" long hardwood-filled, serrated, aluminum rungs. Side rails may be ordered in S/S" diameter nylon, polyester, poly-blend, or HSP rope. Side rails pass through and are secured to rungs using steel drive pins. Rungs are spaced 12" apart. Ladders come standard with 5' tie-down lines. See page 3 for snaphooks and carabiners that can be ordered permanently spliced to ends of tie-down lines.

Available Models:

Model 332 - Nylon rope side rails
Model 333 - Polyester rope side rails
Model 334 - Poly-blend rope side rails
Model 336 - HSP rope side rails

CRASH AXES

15" long drop forged steel crash axe with rubber handle insulated for 20,000 volts. Weight: 2-1/2 Ibs. each.

Available Models:

Model D42 - Smooth Cutting Edge
Model D56 - Serrated Cutting Edge

AXE SHEATH

Designed to hold the Model # D42 or Model # D56 crash axe. Made of durable vinyl coated polyester. Can be worn on any belt up to 2" wide.

Model 560

Model TB7 - Carrying bag for Model # TP-7 tripod, made of tough, 600-denier woven nylon fabric.

Model TB9 - Carrying bag for Model # TP-9 tripod, made of tough, 600-denier woven nylon fabric.

CARRYING BAGS

Model WB1 - Carrying bag for Sentry Self-Retracting Lifelines, retrieval winches or other equipment. Bag is made of tough, 600-denier woven nylon fabric and has a solid reinforced bottom with feet. Measures 12"high x 12" wide x 20" long.
Model WB2 - Same as WB1 except without reinforced bottom and feet.
Model CB1 - Made of tough, 600-denier woven nylon fabric and measures 10" high x 10" wide x 18" long. Used for carrying harnesses, tools and other equipment.

Model CB3 - Same as CB1 except 7" X 7" X 12"

ABSORBER FALL AND DECELERATION DISTANCES

The distance a worker can fall should be kept as short as possible. OSHA requires that fall arrest systems be rigged in such a way as to limit free fall distance to a maximum of 6' and not allow a worker to contact a lower surface. To reduce free fall distances, lanyards should be as short as possible.

Deceleration distance is the distance which is used to arrest a fall. It is important that deceleration distance, as well as free fall distance, be considered when evaluating a fall hazard to ensure that a worker will not come in contact with a lower level and to reduce the possibil-ity of serious injury. When using stitch or tear webbing, the maximum deceleration distance allowed is 42" (3-1/2'). This distance is not included in the 6' maximum free fall. Therefore, a severe fall can include a free fall of up to 6' and a deceleration distance of up to 42" (3-1/2') for a total fall distance of 9-1/2'. (It is also important to keep in mind lifeline elongation and the length of the user's body when determining how much fall space is required). Always allow at least a 2' safety margin when rigging your fall arrest system.

IMPORTANT OSHA INFORMATION

The following applicable regulations for fall protection and safety are excerpted directly from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Standards Sub-part M (1926.500-503), Sub-part F (1910.66) and Sub-part R (1926.750-761) among others. The full text of the code is available in the Federal Register.

• Each employee on a walking/working surface 6 feet (1.8m) or more above lower levels shall be protected from falling by a guardrail system, safety net system, or personal fall arrest system.

• "Personal fall arrest system" means a system used to arrest an employee in a fall from a working level. It consists of an anchorage, connectors, a body harness and may include a lanyard, deceleration device, lifeline, or suitable combination of these. As of January 1, 1998, the use of a body belt for fall arrest is prohibited.

• Personal fall arrest systems, when stopping a fall, shall:

• Limit maximum arresting force on an employee to 1,800 Ibs. (8 kN) when used with a body harness;

• Be rigged such that an employee can neither free fall more than 6 feet (1.8m), nor contact any lower level;

• Bring an employee to a complete stop and limit maximum deceleration distance an employee travels to 3.5 feet (1.07m); and,

• Have sufficient strength to withstand twice the potential impact energy of an employee free falling a distance of 6 feet (1.8m), or the free fall distance permitted by the system, whichever is less.

• The attachment point of the body harness shall be located in the center of the wearer's back near shoulder level, or above the wearer's head.

• Personal fall arrest systems and components subjected to impact loading shall be immediately removed from service and shall not be used again for employee protection until inspected and determined by a competent person to be undamaged and suitable for reuse.

• The employer shall provide for prompt rescue of employees in the event of a fall or shall assure that employees are able to rescue themselves.

• Personal fall arrest systems shall be inspected prior to each use for wear, damage and other deterioration, and defective components shall be removed from service.

• Selection and use considerations — The kind of personal fall arrest system selected should match the particular work situation, and any possible free fall distance should be kept to a minimum.

• Component compatibility considerations — Ideally, a personal fall arrest system is designed, tested, and supplied as a complete system. However, it is common practice for lanyards, connectors, lifelines, deceleration devices, body belts and body harnesses to be interchanged since some components wear out before others. The employer and employee should realize that not all components are interchangeable.

• Employee training considerations — Thorough employee training in the selection and use of personal fall arrest systems is imperative. Employees must be trained in the safe use of the system. This should include the following: application limits; proper anchoring and tie-off techniques; estimation of free fall distance, including determination of deceleration distance, and total fall distance to prevent striking a lower level; methods of use; and inspection and storage of the system. Careless or improper use of the equipment can result in serious injury or death ... Of uppermost importance is the reduction in strength caused by certain tie-offs (such as using knots, tying around sharp edges, etc.) and maximum permitted free fall distance. Also to be stressed are the importance of inspections prior to use, the limitations of the equipment, and unique conditions at the worksite which may be important in determining the type of system to use.

The above information highlights the OSHA Standards that apply to fall protection. Employers and employees should read and understand all applicable regulations to assure compliance. Qemtor equipment is designed and manufactured to comply with the requirements of The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA); exceptions are noted. Compliance with laws, standards, and specifications are on the date of shipment from the point of manufacture.