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Inspections should include at a minimum:
• Examination of all load-bearing components for signs of damage.
• Inspection of all stitching for signs of wear, fraying, breaks, loosened/
pulled threads, or cuts.
• Inspection of webbing for signs of cuts, burns, discoloration, broken
fibers, hard/soft sections, or excessive wear.
• Examination of buckles, screw links, and attachment points for proper
function.
• Examination of all metal components for corrosion, damage or sharp
edges.
• Inspection of webbing rigging to ensure that harness has been properly
assembled.
• Inspection for any signs of damage from heat, chemical exposure, or
other environments.
• Inspection of in-service date.
• Inspection of date of manufacture.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Approved American National Standard ANSI/ASSE Z359.11-2014 Annex
A- Normative American National Standard Safety Requirements for Full Body
Harnesses
Note: This information from the Z359.11 standard is required to be included
in the instruction manual for the end user:
1. Maintenance and storage of equipment shall be conducted by the user’s
organization in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Unique
issues, which may arise due to conditions of use, shall be addressed with
the manufacturer.
2. Equipment which is in need of, or scheduled for, maintenance shall be
tagged as unusable and removed from service.
3. Equipment shall be stored in a manner as to preclude damage from
environmental factors such as temperature, light, UV, excessive moisture,
oil, chemicals and their vapors or other degrading elements.
The following maintenance guidelines should be followed:
• Store harness loosely packed in a clean, dry environment.
• Thoroughly air dry a wet harness before storing it; never dry in a heated
dryer.
• Keep your harness away from exposure to direct flame or high
temperatures such as in a hot vehicle.
• Prevent exposure of your harness to chemicals or other damaging
substances.
• DO NOT attempt to alter, make any modifications to or attempt to repair
this harness. Any attempt to do so will void the warranty and the safety
of the harness could be compromised.
USER INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE & STORAGE OF
EQUIPMENT
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