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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: Full Body Harnesses are equipped with Quick Connect Buckles for fastening and adjusting Leg Straps and
Chest Straps. Harness Body Belts have a Tongue Buckle. See Figure 1 for the buckle types on your Harness. Figure 9
illustrates operation of each of the following buckles:
1. Quick Connect Buckles:
A. To fasten the Quick Connect Buckle, insert the Tab into the Receptor until a click is heard.
B. To adjust the attached Web Strap: Pull the Web Strap forward or backward through the Buckle Slot to tighten or
loosen.
C. To release the Quick Connect Buckle: Squeeze the Lock Levers on each side of the Receptor. Pull the Tab out of
the Receptor.
2. Tongue Buckles: Fasten and adjust Tongue Buckles by passing the Tongue through the Buckle Frame and inserting
the Prong through the desired Grommet in the Tongue.
3.4 ADJUSTMENTS: Harnesses are equipped with a pair of Parachute Style™ Torso Adjusters for adjusting the Shoulder
Straps. Figure 10 illustrates adjustment of the Parachute Style Torso Adjusters:
1. Parachute Style Torso Adjusters: To adjust the Shoulder Straps with the Parachute Style Torso Adjusters:
A. Pull on the free strap to tighten the Shoulder Strap. To loosen the Shoulder Strap, pull on the free strap and then
back the strap through the Parachute Adjuster.
B. When properly adjusted, secure the free strap in the Strap Keeper
3.5
EASY-LINK™ ATTACHMENTS: Full Body Harnesses are equipped with a patented Easy-Link™ System that integrates
the Dorsal D-Ring with attachment elements for Harness-Mounted Self-Retracting Devices (SRDs). Figure 11 illustrates
attachment of the following 3M and Protecta Self-Retracting Devices: (A) 3M Nano-Lok™ Edge SRDs, (B) 3M Twin
Nano-Lok™ SRDs, (C) 3M Single Nano-Lok™ SRDs, (D) Protecta Twin Rebel™ SRDs, (E) 3M Twin Talon™ SRD. Other
manufacturers’ SRDs can also be mounted on the Harness in similar fashion. See the SRD manufacturer’s instructions for
requirements and installation instructions specific to the SRD.
;
Contact 3M with any questions or concerns regarding compatibility of your SRD with the Easy-Link System.
3.6
DONNING AND FITTING THE FULL BODY HARNESS:
Figure 13 illustrates donning and fitting of the 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 Harness will vary with the harness model. See Sections 3.3 thru 3.4 and
Figures 9 thru 10 for details.
1. Lift up and hold the harness by the back Dorsal D-Ring on the Easy-Link System. 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 Tongue Buckle Waist Belt (see Section 3.3 for Tongue Buckle operation).
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