Lad-Saf DBI-SALA 3M static cable safety sleeve 5000338

Lad-Saf DBI-SALA 3M static cable safety sleeve for vertical lifeline 5000338

3M purchase code: 7100207470, model: 5000338

The Lad-Saf DBI-SALA 3M static cable safety sleeve 5000338 is a manual fall protection device designed to travel along a vertical steel cable lifeline. Its manual design lets the user lock it in place, making it ideal for positioning or travel restriction. Fully metallic and extremely rugged, it locks onto the cable through a fast cam locking system that grips firmly in the event of a fall.

The sleeve is intended for use with a 7 x 19 steel cable lifeline of 9.5 mm (3/8 in), galvanized or stainless steel. It must be paired with a 3 ft (0.9 m) shock-absorbing lanyard to reduce the arresting forces transmitted to the worker during a fall. Its durable, lightweight all-metal construction makes it a reliable choice for highly abrasive and corrosive environments.

This sleeve can be attached or detached anywhere along the lifeline, which simplifies worker access and repositioning. It is a single-user device with a load capacity of 310 lb (141 kg), compliant with the ANSI A10.14-1991 standard. Like any fall protection device, it only provides protection when used with a compatible safety harness and lifeline: it is a complete system.

Benefits of the Lad-Saf 5000338 safety sleeve

• Manual design lets the user lock in place for positioning or restraint
• Fully metal system, extremely rugged, durable and lightweight
• Fast cam locking system for a firm grip on the cable
• Can be detached anywhere along the lifeline
• Ideal for highly abrasive and corrosive environments
• Intended for a 7 x 19 lifeline of 9.5 mm (3/8 in), galvanized or stainless

Features and safety of the sleeve

• Product type: static cable safety sleeve, manual use
• Number of users: one
• Load capacity: 310 lb (141 kg)
• Compatible lifeline: 7 x 19 steel cable of 9.5 mm (3/8 in), galvanized or stainless
• To be used with a 3 ft (0.9 m) shock-absorbing lanyard
• Dimensions: height 5.5 in (14 cm), width 10.5 in (26.7 cm), length 2.5 in (6.4 cm)
• Net weight: 2.5 lb (1.1 kg)
• Material: steel ; installation type: temporary
• Compliant with the ANSI A10.14-1991 standard

About the cam locking

The sleeve uses a cam lever that locks the device onto the lifeline in the event of a fall. The friction-sensitive cam grips the cable firmly and immobilizes the sleeve, reducing the arresting forces transmitted to the worker. The device is designed to move freely in normal use, then lock quickly as soon as a fall load is applied.

Job sites and industries

• Vertical access on fixed ladders, structures and towers
• Construction, general industry, oil and gas industry
• Highly abrasive and corrosive environments
• Positioning and travel-restraint work

Inspection of the safety sleeve

Before each use, inspect the sleeve: metal body, cam lever, spring, carabiner and labels. Make sure the cam moves freely and locks correctly. Any device that has arrested a fall or shows wear, deformation or corrosion must be removed from service. A formal inspection by a competent person other than the user is required at least once a year, according to 3M manufacturer instructions. Repair is reserved for 3M DBI-SALA or an authorized representative in writing. See our services to learn more.

Maintenance of the fall protection sleeve

Clean the sleeve with mild soap and water, then let it air dry. Protect the mechanism against corrosion and store the device in a clean, dry place away from moisture. Do not lubricate the cam without manufacturer approval. Follow the 3M user manual instructions for maintenance frequency and method.

FAQ about the Lad-Saf 5000338 sleeve

What type of cable does this sleeve use?

It is intended for a 7 x 19 steel cable lifeline of 9.5 mm (3/8 in), galvanized or stainless steel.

Is a lanyard required with this sleeve?

Yes. It must be used with a 3 ft (0.9 m) shock-absorbing lanyard and a safety harness to form a complete fall protection system.

What is the load capacity?

The load capacity is 310 lb (141 kg) for a single user, including clothing, tools and equipment. The applicable provincial regulation and a competent person govern its use.

Is this sleeve suitable for corrosive environments?

Yes. Its all-metal design is built for highly abrasive and corrosive environments.

Which standard does this sleeve comply with?

It complies with the ANSI A10.14-1991 standard for cable sleeve fall arrest devices.

Complementary fall protection equipment suggestions

The lineman spends his days at height on poles and vertical structures, exposed to wind, cold and a drop of several dozen metres. A single wrong move or a piece of unsuitable equipment is enough to turn a routine climb into a serious fall. On this type of job site, he wears his full personal protective equipment: a Class L sternal-D-ring safety harness (FPH140323XCAL) that keeps him facing the ladder, cut-resistant gloves (G378GKGVBE), safety glasses (YASF602), a protective helmet (TA80) held by its chin strap (TA14CS), a high-visibility garment (V5514F) and hearing protection, earmuffs (OPH10B).

To build the complete vertical fall arrest system, pair this product with the other components of the Lad-Saf range: a flexible lifeline counterweight (FPA5901583); the Lad-Saf system (FPA6100219); a stainless-steel pole cable guide (FPA6100136); the system instructions and label plate (FPA6100252); an intermediate galvanized or stainless cable guide; an intermediate galvanized pole cable guide (FPA6100430); and an end-of-line cable guide. Also plan a RollGliss R550 rescue and descent device (FPLR5503325) for controlled descent, and mark off the area at the base of the structure with a DANGER barricade tape (ECT3RE9).

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