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3.7 SUSPENSION TRAUMA STRAP: The
ExoFit NEX™ Full Body Harness is equipped with
a Suspension Trauma Strap (Figure 13) to help
prolong allowable suspension time in the event
of a fall from height. It should only be used
in situations where a fall has occurred or for
training. To use the Suspension Trauma Strap:
Step 1. Unzip the Trauma Strap Pouch on each
hip of the harness and deploy the
Suspension Straps (Figure 13A).
Step 2. Raise the ends of the straps to access
the hook and loops. Insert the hook
into the loop that provides the desired
strap length.
Step 3. Lower the Suspension Strap and step
onto the strap to alleviate pressure
of the harness leg straps on the legs
(Figure 13B). Adjust the hook/loop
combination for optimal comfort.
WARNING: Maintain an upright position
following suspension. Do not lay down. Seek
medical attention following a suspension.
Figure 13 - Suspension Trauma Straps
A
B
4.0 TRAINING
It is the responsibility of the purchaser and the user of this equipment to assure that they understand these
instructions and are trained in the correct care and use of this equipment. They must also be aware of the
operating characteristics, application limits, and the consequences of improper use of this equipment.
IMPORTANT: Training must be conducted without exposing the user to a fall hazard. Training should be
repeated on a periodic basis.
5.0 INSPECTION
5.1 i-Safe™ RFID TAG: The i-Safe™ RFID tag on the ExoFit NEX™ Harness (see Figure 14) can be used in
conjunction with the i-Safe handheld reading device and the web based portal to simplify inspection and
inventory control and provide records for your fall protection equipment.
Figure 14 - i-Safe™ RFID Tag
A
Wrap-Around Cover
B
i-Safe™ RFID Tag
C
Product Labels
A
B
C
5.2 FREQUENCY: Before each use inspect the full body harness according to Section 5.3. The harness must
be inspected by a competent person
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, other than the user, at least annually. Record the results of each
formal inspection in the inspection and maintenance log in section Section 9, or use the i-Safe™ inspection
web portal to maintain your inspection records. If you are a fi rst-time user, contact a Customer Service
representative in the US at 800-328-6146 or in Canada at 800-387-7484 or if you have already registered,
go to: www.capitalsafety.com/isafe. Follow instructions provided with your i-Safe handheld reader or on the
web portal to transfer your data to your web log.
3 Competent
Person: One who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working con-
ditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective
measures to eliminate them.
