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Designers, Manufacturers and Suppliers of  

Quality Height Safety & Rescue Equipment, Training & Consultancy 

Users Manual 

English Version 

P&P Range of MK1, MK2 and MK3 

Fall Arrest Harnesses 

 
 

 

 

Summary of Contents for MK1

Page 1: ...Designers Manufacturers and Suppliers of Quality Height Safety Rescue Equipment Training Consultancy Users Manual English Version P P Range of MK1 MK2 and MK3 Fall Arrest Harnesses ...

Page 2: ...ent points is a recent change to equipment standards and earlier harnesses will not be marked If in doubt contact the supplier or P P for advice Function This P P Harness must be used with a suitable Energy Absorbing or Restraint lanyard and anchorage point in order to provide a fall arrest or fall restraint system P P advise that users must be competent in the proper use and practical physical li...

Page 3: ... checked for security by a second person If this harness arrests a fall or fails an inspection it should be destroyed or returned to the manufacturer for inspection Fittings and Adjustments The following section deals with the types of fittings found on P P Harnesses and their uses Three Bar Slide A simple metal buckle shaped fitting which is either retained in place by webbing or fitted to the en...

Page 4: ...ment points for light tools or communication equipment THESE LOOPS SWIVEL HOOKS ARE NOT TO BE CONNECTED TO ANY LANYARD RETRIEVAL SYSTEM STRUCTURE OR PERSON Breathable Top Breathable tops are fitted to some Harnesses These are for comfort only and do not form part of the structure of the harness Waistcoat Waistcoats are fitted to some Harnesses These are to aid the donning process and do not form p...

Page 5: ... and all variations of fitting Some parts such as adjustable chest straps waist belts and integral overhead rescue attachments are only fitted to specific models The sequence for the MK1 MK2 MK3 Range of Fall Arrest harnesses is very similar except the way in which it is performed The harness is normally worn outside of your clothing Make sure that your clothing is correctly fitted and that you se...

Page 6: ...the sternum D ring to bring it central to the chest Note try to achieve a snug fit without creating discomfort or restricting natural movement Fitting Stage Two legs 1 If you stepped into the leg strap loops stand upright and straight then check that both leg straps are not twisted If the leg straps are separated stand upright and straight Reach behind and place your right hand onto the rear right...

Page 7: ...excess moisture with a clean cloth then allow to dry naturally in a warm room away from direct heat You may clean this harness using water but avoid getting soap detergent into buckles First rinse in clean cold water if still soiled wash in clean warm water 40ºC max using a mild detergent if necessary Thoroughly rinse in clean cold water and dry as described above Chemical Attack Avoid contact wit...

Page 8: ...roduct Details The Product Code Serial number and Date of Manufacture of the Harness should be entered on the back page of this manual for future reference and inspection purposes Statement of Obsolescence Due to the ingress of dirt and grit chemical contamination edge and surface damage ultraviolet light degradation and wear and tear Fall Protection Equipment manufactured from synthetic fibres we...

Page 9: ... of conformity numbers 7286 Issue 2 dated 14 May 2015 6642 Issue 3 dated 14 May 2015 5891 Issue 2 dated 13 July 2012 issued by SATRA Technology Centre Ltd Wyndham Way Telford Way Industrial Estate Kettering Northamptonshire NN16 8SD EC Notified Body No 0321 is subject to the procedures set out in Article 11 point B of Directive 89 686 EEC under the supervision of the approved body The British Stan...

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