5.
Inspect all metal hardware (D-rings, buckles, adjusters, grommets, etc.). Look for hardware that is
bent, cracked, or deformed. Look for sharp edges and burrs. Also, check for signs of corrosion.
Ensure that none of the metal hardware has an excessive build-up of dirt, grease, oil, paint, or any
other substance or contaminant. If any of these conditions exist, remove the FBH from service.
6.
Check the buckles and adjusters for proper function. Ensure that all buckles can be easily and
securely fastened and that all adjusters can be operated allowing the webbing to pass through when
loosened, and to be held tight when under tension. If the buckles and/or adjusters do not pass
inspection, remove the FBH from service.
7.
If the FBH fails to pass inspection on any of these points, or if there is any doubt as to whether it is in
proper working order, remove the FBH from service.
5.5 Donning the Full Body Harness:
A Full Body Harness must be worn with all fasteners and adjusters connected
and should be adjusted to fit the user snugly. Failure to properly don, wear, and adjust the FBH can result in se
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vere injury or death in the event of a fall. To ensure proper donning and adjustment, follow the steps in Figure 4.
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E
Figur
e 3A: Donning Instructions
A
A
B
C
D
E
C
B
After inspecting the harness grab the dorsal (back) D-ring and shake the harness to ensure all
straps are tangle free.
Unfasten all buckles. Place one arm through the harness. Ensure the dorsal D-ring is on the back.
Place the other arm through the other side of the harness and position all the straps.
Reach between the legs and pull one leg strap forward. Pass the end of the leg strap through
the buckle. Repeat for the other leg strap. The leg straps are attached to the harness at the
sub-pelvic strap. This strap is one of the main load bearing straps in the harness. Ensure the
sub-pelvic strap fits snug under the buttocks.
Connect chest strap by attaching the mating buckle closers. Adjust torso straps, and readjust the
leg straps and the chest strap if necessary. Ideal position for the chest strap is about six inches
below the shoulders. Adjust waist belt to a snug fit.
Ensure all appropriate buckles are fastened and that the strap ends are secured. Ensure the
dorsal and sternal (if so equipped) D-rings are correctly located. The sternal D-ring should be in
the center of the chest, between the pectoral muscles, above the solar plexus. The dorsal D-ring
must be in the centered between the shoulder blades.
A
After inspecting the harness, grab the dorsal (back) D-ring and shake the harness to ensure all straps are tangle free.
B
Unfasten all buckles. Place one arm through the harness. Ensure the dorsal D-ring is on the back. Place the other arm
through the other side of the harness and position all the straps.
C
Reach between the legs and pull one leg strap forward. Pass the end of the leg strap through the buckle.
Repeat for the other leg strap. The leg straps are attached to the harness at the sub-pelvic strap. This strap is one of
the main load bearing strap in the harness. Ensure the sub-pelvic strap fits snug under the buttocks.
D
Connect chest strap by a attaching the mating buckle. Adjust torso straps, and readjust the leg straps and the chest
strap if necessary. Ideal position for the chest strap is about six inches below the shoulders. Adjust waist belt to a snug
fit, if applicable.
E
Ensure all appropriate buckles are fastened and that the strap ends are secured. Ensure the dorsal and sternal (if
so equipped) D-rings are correctly positioned. The sternal D-ring should be in the center of the chest, between the
pectoral muscles, above the solar plexus. The dorsal D-ring must be centered between the shoulder blades.
Figure 4 - Donning Instructions
5.5.1 Buckles:
FallTech® Full Body Harnesses uses different buckles for fastening different parts of the harness.
5.5.2 Tongue and Buckle:
See Figure 5 for instructions.
A
Grasp each end of the fastener.
B
Pass the tongue end of the strap through the buckle and find the proper hole for the desired tightness.
C
Fasten together.
D
To check proper fit, a flat hand may pass under the strap, but cannot form a fist.
E
Ensure all loose ends are properly tucked into webbing keepers so any loose webbing will not get tangled in
equipment.
Figure 5 - Tongue and Buckle Instructions
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