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allowed to dry naturally, and shall be kept away from direct heat. In metallic products some mechanic parts (spring, pin,
hinge, etc.) can be regularly slightly lubricated to ensure better operation. Other maintenance and cleaning procedures
should be adhered to detailed instructions stated in the manual of the equipment.
•personal protective equipment should be stored loosely packed, in a well-ventilated place, protected from direct light,
ultraviolet degradation, damp environment, sharp edges, extreme temperatures and corrosive or aggressive substances.
•Safety harness is basic of fall arrest equipment and complies with EN 361:2002.
•Using the harness in connection with personal protective equipment against falls from a height must be compatible with
manual instructions of this equipment and obligatory standards:
1.EN353-1, EN353-2, EN355, EN354, EN360 - for the fall arrest systems;
2.EN362 - for the connectors;
3.EN1496, EN341 - for rescue devices;
4.EN795 - for anchor devices.
DESCRIPTION
Safety harness is a body holding device intended to be used in fall protection systems described in EN 363 standard.
The harness is certified and complying with the standard EN 361:2002 as a full body harness intended to be used in
fall arrest systems.
Full body harness is made of pieces of polyester webbing which are sewn and connected by metal buckles. This
configuration guarantee full safety and comfort work.
BASIC EQUIPMENT
back attaching buckle - for attaching fall arrest system; front attaching loops - for attaching fall arrest system; connecting
and adjusting buckles - for comfort wearing and using of harness;
TIME OF USE
PERIODIC INSPECTIONS
Safety harness must be inspected at least once every 12 months from the date of first use.
Periodic inspections must only be carried out by a competent and trained person, authorized by the manufacturer.
Depending on the type and working environment, more frequent inspections may be necessary.
Every periodic inspection must be recorded in the Identity Card of the equipment.
MAXIMUM LIFE SPAN OF THE EQUIPMENT
The maximum life span of the harness is 10 years from the date of manufacture.
ATTENTION:
The harness maximum life span depends on the intensity of usage and the environment of usage. Using
the harness in rough environment, marine environment, contact with sharp edges, exposure to extreme temperatures or
aggressive substances, can reduce the life span of the harness.
WITHDRAWAL FROM USE
The harness must be withdrawn from use immediately and it must be destroyed when it has been used to arrest a fall or
it fails to pass inspection or there is any doubt as to its reliability.
NOTIFIED BODY
Notified body for EU type examination according to PPE Regulation 2016/425 : APAVE SUD EUROPE SAS (n°
0082)–CS 60193–F13322 MARSEILLE CEDEX 16 - FRANCE
Notified body for control production:
APAVE SUD EUROPE SAS (n° 0082)–CS 60193–F13322 MARSEILLE CEDEX 16 – FRANCE
