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3.0 HARNESS USE
3.1
BEFORE EACH USE
of this equipment inspect it according to the
“Inspection and Maintenance Log” (Table 1)
.
3.2
PLAN
your system before use. Consider all factors that will affect your safety during use of this equipment. The following
list gives important points to consider when planning your system:
• Anchorage:
Select an anchorage capable of sustaining the Static Load requirements of the intended fall protection
application (see Section 1.1). The anchorage location should address Free Fall, Fall Clearance, Swing Fall, and
Environmental limitations described in Section 1.4.
• Sharp Edges:
Avoid working where system components may be in contact with, or abrade against, unprotected
sharp edges.
• After A Fall:
Components which have been subjected to the forces of arresting a fall must be removed from service
and destroyed.
• Rescue:
The employer must have a rescue plan when using this equipment. The employer must have the ability to
perform a rescue quickly and safely.
• Rescue Harness:
Rescue Harnesses are intended to be worn during normal work activities. Before using rescue
attachment elements for the first time, the user should carry out a suspension test in safe conditions to ensure the
harness is sized and fitted for optimal comfort during suspension.
3.3 BUCKLES:
Protecta First Full Body Harnesses are equipped with Pass Thru Buckles for fastening and adjusting Leg Straps,
Chest Straps and body belts. Figure 8 illustrates the operation of the Pass Thru Buckles:
1. Pass Thru Buckles:
A. To fasten the Pass Thru Buckle: Insert the Three bar portion of the buckle through the opening in the Two Bar
portion.
B. To tighten the Web Strap, pull the loose web end as illustrated in Figure 8 B1. To loosen the Web Strap, rotate the
buckle as illustrated in Figure 8 B2.
C. To release the Pass Thru Buckle: Pass the Three bar portion of the buckle back through the opening in the Two Bar
portion.
3.4 ADJUSTMENTS:
Protecta First Harnesses are equipped with a pair of Two Bar Torso Adjusters for adjusting the Shoulder
Straps. Figure 9 illustrates adjustment of the Two Bar Torso Adjusters:
1. Two Bar Torso Adjusters:
To adjust the Shoulder Straps with the Two Bar Torso Adjusters:
A. Pull on the loose web end as illustrated in Figure 9 A to tighten the Shoulder Straps.
B. Rotate the buckle as illustrated in Figure 9 B to loosen the Shoulder Straps.
3.5
DONNING AND FITTING THE PROTECTA FIRST FULL BODy HARNESS:
Figure 10 illustrates donning and fitting
of the Protecta First Full Body Harness. Prior to each use, inspect the harness per the checklist on the
“Inspection and
Maintenance Log (Table 1)”
. To don and fit the harness:
;
Procedures for buckling and adjusting the straps on you Protecta First Harness will vary with the harness model. See Sections 3.3
thru 3.4 and Figures 8 through 9 for details.
1. Lift up and hold the harness by the back Dorsal D-Ring. Ensure the straps are not twisted.
2. Grasp the Shoulder Straps and slip the harness onto one arm. The Dorsal D-Ring will be located on your back side.
Ensure that the straps are not tangled and hang freely. Slip your free arm into the harness and position the Shoulder
Straps on top of your shoulders. The Chest Strap and Chest Buckle will be positioned on the front side when worn
properly.
3. Reach between your legs and grasp the Leg Strap on your right side. Bring the strap up between your legs; buckle to
the mating receptor on you right hip, and adjust the Leg Strap for a snug comfortable fit (see Section 3.3 for buckle
operation). When properly adjusted, tuck the loose end of the Leg Strap under the Strap Keeper.
Repeat this process to buckle and adjust the left Leg Strap.
4. Adjust and buckle the Body Belt (see Section 3.3 for buckle operation).
5. Buckle and adjust the Chest Strap (see Section 3.3 for buckle operation). The Chest Strap should be 15 cm (6 in.)
down from the top of your shoulders. When properly adjusted, tuck the loose end of the Chest Strap under the Strap
Keeper.
6. Adjust the Shoulder Straps for a Snug Fit with the Two Bar Torso Adjusters (see Section 3.4 for Torso Adjuster
operation). Left and right sides of Shoulder Straps should be adjusted to the same length and the Chest Strap should
be centered on your lower chest, 15 cm (6 in.) down from the shoulders. The back Dorsal D-Ring should be centered
between your Shoulder Blades. The front Sternal D-Ring should be located laterally within 51 mm (2 in.) of the
vertical center line of the harness.
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