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3.0 Safety Guidelines
NOTICE: Use of the material contained in this document is subject to the warning on page Iv and the disclaimer
on page v of this document.
DOC012R02 AOC 15/50 User Manual Nov 2001
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Ropes may replace straps provided care is taken not to damage the blade surface; cables or
chains should not be used.
CAUTION
NEVER USE METAL CHAINS OR CABLES TO SECURE THE
BLADE, SINCE DAMAGE TO THE BLADE IS LIKELY.
3.5 Climbing Safety
For all activities where persons could be subject to a fall of 1.8 m (6 ft) or more, appropriate fall
protection equipment should be used, which should be fastened to a secure anchor point,
preferably above the climber. Only the tower leg fitted with climbing pegs should be used for
ascending and descending the tower. Once the technician has reached the top, he/she should
attach himself to a secure anchor point. The drive train has four hoist rings that can be used as
anchor points. See Figure 3-2. Holes in the tower brace clips also provide secure anchor points.
Figure 3-2 Secure anchor points for service work
Only trained and qualified technicians should attempt to climb a wind turbine tower and should
use OSHA/ANSI approved practice and equipment. All climbers should be trained in the proper
use of fall protection equipment. AOC strongly discourages climbing when the wind turbine is
operating or when wind speeds exceed 11 m/s (25 mph).
Whenever climbing a tower or performing a service function above ground level AOC
recommends at least two service personnel working together. Wireless communication devices
(preferably hands-free) are recommended to facilitate communication between tower and