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3.0 HARNESS USE
3.1
BEFORE EACH USE of this equipment inspect it according to the
“Inspection and Maintenance Log” (Table 1)
.
3.2
PLAN your system before use. Consider all factors that will affect your safety during use of this equipment. The
following list gives important points to consider when planning your system:
• Anchorage: Select an anchorage capable of sustaining the Static Load requirements of the intended fall
protection application (see Section 1.1). The anchorage location should address Free Fall, Fall Clearance, Swing
Fall, and Environmental limitations described in Section 1.4.
• Sharp Edges: Avoid working where system components may be in contact with, or abrade against, unprotected
sharp edges.
• After A Fall: Components which have been subjected to the forces of arresting a fall must be removed from
service and destroyed.
• Rescue: The employer must have a rescue plan when using this equipment. The employer must have the ability
to perform a rescue quickly and safely.
• Rescue Harness: Rescue Harnesses (EN1497) are intended to be worn during normal work activities. Before
using rescue attachment elements for the first time, the user should carry out a suspension test in safe
conditions to ensure the harness is sized and fitted for optimal comfort during suspension.
3.3 BUCKLES: Full Body Harnesses are equipped with various Buckles for fastening and adjusting Leg Straps and Chest
Straps. Harness Body Belts have a Tongue Buckle. See Figure 1 for the buckle types on your Harness. Figure 9
illustrates operation of each of the following buckles:
1. Quick Connect Buckles:
A. To fasten the Quick Connect Buckle, insert the Tab into the Receptor until a click is heard.
B. To adjust the attached Web Strap: Pull the Web Strap forward or backward through the Buckle Slot to tighten
or loosen.
C. To release the Quick Connect Buckle: Squeeze the Lock Levers on each side of the Receptor. Pull the Tab out
of the Receptor.
2. Pass-Thru Buckles:
A. Insert the Male Buckle through the slot in the Female Buckle.
B.
Tighten the free strap so the Male Buckle is flush against the Female Buckle. Secure the free strap in the
Strap Keeper.
3.4 ADJUSTMENTS: Harnesses are equipped with a pair of Torso Adjusters for adjusting the Shoulder Straps. Figure 10
illustrates adjustment of the Torso Adjusters:
1. Parachute Torso Adjusters: To adjust the Shoulder Straps with the Parachute Torso Adjusters:
A. Pull on the free strap to tighten the Shoulder Strap. To loosen the Shoulder Strap, pull on the free strap and
then back the strap through the Parachute Adjuster.
B. When properly adjusted, secure the free strap in the Strap Keeper.
3.5
PERSONAL SRD LOOP: Not applicable.
3.6
DONNING AND FITTING THE FULL BODy HARNESS:
Figure 11 illustrates donning and fitting of the
Full Body Harness. Prior to each use, inspect the harness per the checklist on the
“Inspection and Maintenance Log
(Table 1)”
. To don and fit the harness:
;
Procedures for buckling and adjusting the straps on your Harness will vary with the harness model. See Sections 3.3 thru 3.4
and Figures 9 thru 10 for details.
1. Lift up and hold the harness by the back Dorsal D-Ring. Ensure the straps are not twisted.
2. Grasp the Shoulder Straps and slip the harness onto one arm. The Dorsal D-Ring will be located on your back
side. Ensure that the straps are not tangled and hang freely. Slip your free arm into the harness and position the
Shoulder Straps on top of your shoulders. The Chest Strap and Chest Buckle will be positioned on the front side
when worn properly.
3. Reach between your legs and grasp the Leg Strap on your right side. Bring the strap up between your legs;
buckle to the mating buckle on your right hip, and adjust the Leg Strap for a snug comfortable fit (see Section
3.3 for buckle operation). When properly adjusted, tuck the loose end of the Leg Strap under the Strap Keeper.
Repeat this process to buckle and adjust the left Leg Strap.
4. Adjust and buckle the Tongue Buckle Waist Belt if present. (see Section 3.3 for Tongue Buckle operation).
5. Buckle and adjust the Chest Strap (see Section 3.3 for buckle operation). The Chest Strap should be 15 cm (6 in)
down from the top of your shoulders. When properly adjusted, tuck the loose end of the Chest Strap under the
Strap Keeper.
6. Adjust the Shoulder Straps for a Snug Fit with the Torso Adjusters (see Section 3.4 for Torso Adjuster operation).
Left and right sides of Shoulder Straps should be adjusted to the same length and the Chest Strap should be
centered on your lower chest, 15 cm (6 in) down from the shoulders. The back Dorsal D-Ring should be centered
between your Shoulder Blades. The front Sternal D-Ring, if present, should be located laterally within 5 cm (2 in)
of the vertical centerline of the harness.
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