Spanset safety harnesses, User Instructions

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SPANSET
HARNESS
GB
Fitting and Use Instructions
Certified by Approved Body: SATRA
Europe, Clonee, ROI, D15 YN2P.
Identification No: 2777. Production
Control is audited by the BSI - Say
Building, John M. Keynesplein 9,
1066 EP Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Identification Number 2797.
SpanSet recommends that where
possible all PPE be personal issue.
A full body harness is the only
acceptable body holding device that can
be used in a fall arrest system.
It is essential that this product is sold to
the end user with the instructions in the
correct language of the country in which
the product is to be used.
This harness is for use in a fall arrest
system that has had a thorough risk-
assessment including an analysis of the
clearance necessary below the user to
ensure safety.
Always thoroughly inspect all equipment
and components before and after fitting,
pay particular attention to the operation
of buckles and connectors.
If the harness is to be used for fall
arrest, only use with a CE approved fall
arrest system.
To connect a system together, refer to
the user instructions for each individual
part.
Ensure that all equipment and
components used within the fall arrest
system are compatible.
Any karabiner, or connector used must
comply with EN 362, and be securely
locked to prevent opening.
Only connect steel chest and dorsal
attachment points (indicated by a
letter ‘A’ symbol) to fall arrest or work
positioning systems.
Any anchorage point used should meet
the requirements of EN795 (12kN).
We recommend that all persons using
fall-arrest equipment should take care
to follow best practice procedures
when selecting anchor points. This
means selecting lanyard anchor points
at or above shoulder height, wherever
possible, and adjusting the harness
correctly. This is to reduce both the
physical effects on the body of the user
generated by the arrest of the fall, and
the distance fallen. Safe clearance
above the hazard must always be
ensured - comply with user instructions
for every component. During use protect
all equipment from sharp, or rough
edges, and any chemicals. Avoid contact
with hot surfaces and exposure to hot
gases such as those from blowlamps or
welding torches. If you do work in an
environment that will adversely affect
your equipment, regularly examine your
equipment during use to ensure its
integrity.
FITTING INSTRUCTIONS
1.
Locate the rear fall arrest link -
indicated by letter ‘A’ label on strap.
2. Fit harness over both Shoulders.
3. Attach chest strap. And adjust to
suitable tension by pulling on the
free length of webbing.
IMPORTANT. Do not overtighten the
chest strap. The straps A & B should
be as close to parallel as possible in
order to minimise the risk of injury in
the event of a fall.
4.
Fit thigh straps - left strap to left
buckle, right strap to right buckle -
DO NOT CROSS.
5. Adjust to a suitable tension by
pulling on free-length of webbing,
then slide web tidy back (as
indicated in the diagram A,B,C)
6. When standing upright the harness
should be comfortable, without
undue pressure on chest, shoulders,
or pelvic area.
A Connecting the buckle system.
B Tensioning the buckle system.
C Sliding the web tidy back.
ADDITIONAL WARNINGS
1. Persons using this product should
be trained/competent in its use,
or be under the supervision of such
a person.
2. Be aware of all medical conditions
that could affect the safety of the
user in normal and emergency use.
3. A rescue plan should be in place
to deal with any emergencies that
may arise during work at height.
4. No alterations, additions or repairs
should be made to this equipment
without the written consent of
SpanSet.
5. The equipment shall not be used
outside its limitations, or for any
other purpose than that it is
intended for.
6. The safe function of one item of
equipment may interfere with the
safe function of another with certain
combinations of equipment. Always
check components within a system
are compatible before use.
7. In any fall-arrest system, the free
space required below the user
should always be ensured.
8. If in any doubt about the use or care
of SpanSet equipment, please
contact SpanSet.
9. An EN361 harness is the only
acceptable body holding device that
can be used in a fall arrest system.
10. The users safety depends on the
continued efficiency and durability
of the equipment.
11. If your harness is of the rescue type
(2XR or 1XR) the overhead
attachment is for suspension only.