[Hallb-engineering] Fwd: Lesson Learned "Change in OSHA Standards Required Review of Self-Retracting Lifelines � TJNAF 2014-10-31 ToolBox "

[Douglas Tilles]

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	Change in OSHA Standards Required Review of Self-Retracting Lifelines � TJNAF 2014-10-31 ToolBox 	
Statement of Lessons Learned 
A questioning attitude helped spot a non-compliant fall arrest apparatus. Discussion of Activities 
A worker questioned the amount of resistance needed to extend the webbing of a Miller MiniLite self-retracting lanyard (SRL), manufactured in April 1999.  Upon examination it was determined that the SRL was not functioning properly, and it was removed from service.  During the review it was also recognized that the carabineer used was of a twist locking variety, which is not permitted by today�s standards. Analysis 
By all outward appearances the SRL and associated parts were in good shape and properly maintained (Figure 1). 

When originally purchased in 1999, twist-locking carabineers (Figures 2 and 3) were acceptable and provided (see Attachment 1) as standard equipment.  Now the use of twist-locking carabineers is not permitted. Recommended Actions 
1.	Provide notification to all individuals who are trained in Fall Arrest 1.  Equipment that twist-locking carabineers are no longer permitted.  If one is identified in service do not use it, notify the Material Handling Safety Representative (MHSR) (x7406) for a replacement
2.	MHSR is to inspect all SRL equipment and replace all twist locking carabineers with self-locking ones. JLab Preventive Measures 

Comments 
11/3/2014 10:34:54 AM by Bailey, Mary Jo 
Submitted to those with current �SAF202: PERSONAL FALL PROTECTION FOR CONSTRUCTION
�SAF202A: HARNESS FITTING
Training 	
Summary 	Lesson ID: 	857 
	Status: 	OK 
	Doc ID: 	2014-JLAB-857 
	Priority: 	Caution 
	Safety Related: 	YES 
	Originator: 	Bailey, Mary Jo 
	Issued: 	11/3/2014 10:31:56 AM 
	Approved By: 	Bailey, Mary Jo 
	Approved On: 	11/3/2014 10:34:54 AM 
	Source: 	TJNAF Other 
	Location: 	TJNAF 
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	Contact: 	Paul Collins, 12 GeV Safety Manager, paulc at jlab.org (757) 269- 5981 
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    * M:\wcd\LessonsLearned\Fall Protection\Miller MiniLite1.JPG 
    * M:\wcd\LessonsLearned\Fall Protection\Miller MiniLite Catalog Attachment1.pdf 
Hazard Issues 

    * Working at Elevations 
    * Fall Protection 
Skills 

    * SAF202: PERSONAL FALL PROTECTION FOR CONSTRUCTION 
    * SAF202A: HARNESS FITTING 
Distribution/Notification 

    * *Division Safety Officers (DSOs) 
    * *Safety Wardens 
    * *DOE Notification 
    * *ESH&Q Liaisons