The arrester loop may only be used in conjunction with a guided type fall arrester. It must always be
aligned in the centre of the abdominal belt.
When using the full body harness with arrester loops, the necessity for an additional back support for
ergonomic reasons must be checked by a hanging test in the guided type fall arrester. Always check
for correct sitting of the full body harness and that the arrester loops are in the middle of the back!
The full body harness should only be used by fully trained and/or otherwise competent personnel, or
the user should be under the direct supervision of such a person. The safety harness may only be used
with the specified use conditions and for the specified intended use. Health related restrictions such as
heart or circulatory problems, regularly taking medicines, etc. can compromise the user’s safety when
working aloft.
There must be a rescue plan on hand in which all emergencies that can occur during work are taken
into account. The full body harness should be the personal property of the user. The maximum rated
load of the user is 140 kg.
Protect the full body harness against sharp-edged objects, welding sparks and other destructive or
damaging hazards.
The full body harness is temperature resistant up to 60°C.
If the full body harness is resold in another country, the reseller must make available instructions for
use, servicing, regular checking and maintenance in the language of the other country.
3. Meaning of the Marking
The user must read and observe the Instructions for Use!
A
Fall Arrest Attachment Element
MKA20 UNI-ST / MKA20 UNI-E-ST
Type Designation
EN 361 / EN358
Standards Documentation to which the equipment complies
Mittelmann
Manufacturer Mittelmann Sicherheitstechnik GmbH & Co. KG
0158
Identification number of the quality inspection body
Year of Manufacturer: XXXX
Manufactured in the year
Factory No.: xx – xxxxxx Serial number of the full body harness
Nominal load: 140 kg
Maximum permitted body weight of user
Size: S-M/L-XL/XXL
States the size of the safety harnesses
Next Revision
Statement of when the next inspection must take place
4. Storage, cleaning and transport
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On finishing work clean, dry and store the full body harness in well aired and shady rooms.
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During transportation of the full body harness it must be stored in a suitable transport container
(for example equipment bag or equipment case).
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Avoid contact with acids, corrosive fluids and oils. If unavoidable, clean with a mild detergent and
plenty of water (40°C) as soon as possible. Always allow to dry naturally, never close to fire or
other sources of heat.
Attention: Adhere strictly to the cleaning instructions!!
5. Material Specifications
The full body harness is made from the following materials.
Webbing and straps and sewing thread from Polyamide
Fittings made of chromed steel and non-rusting steel
Plastic parts from synthetic materials