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User Instructions
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FP Pro Vest Style Harness
5.0 HARNESS SELECTION AND APPLICATIONS
5.1 PURPOSE OF FP PRO HARNESS
The FP Pro Harness (full body) is primarily a component of a personal fall arrest system. It may also be used
for positioning and travel restriction when the appropriate attachments are present. The harness straps are
arranged to contain the torso and distribute the forces of fall arrest to the thighs, chest and shoulders of the
wearer.
Use of the FP Pro Harness must comply with these User Instructions and, further, is subject to approval
under the user’s safety rules and regulations, safety director, supervisor, or a qualified safety engineer. Be
certain the selection of the FP Pro Harness is suited for the intended use and work environment. If there is
any conflict between these User Instructions and other directives or procedures of the user’s organization,
do not use the FP Pro Harness until such conflicts are resolved. Consult all local, state, and federal
Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) requirements for personal safety equipment. Also
refer to the latest revision of ANSI A10.14 standards for more information on full body harnesses and
associated system components.
5.2 SIZING
Refer to Table 1 for selection of the proper size of harness for the user. If the proper harness size is selected,
there will not be an excessive length of strap ends after harness adjustment, yet there will be enough strap
length to permit adjustment for comfort and for donning the harness over winter clothing and heavy work
clothing. Contact Rose if there is any question as to proper sizing.
5.3 USAGE LIMITATIONS
The following applications limitations must be considered and planned for before using the FP Pro Harness.
5.3.1 PHYSICAL LIMITATIONS
The FP Pro Harness is designed for use by one person with a combined total weight no greater than 310
pounds (140 kg), including clothing, tools, and other user-borne objects. Persons with muscular, skeletal, or
other physical disorders should consult a physician before using the harness. Pregnant women and minors
must never use the harness. Increasing age and lowered physical fitness may reduce a person’s ability to
withstand shock loads during fall arrest or prolonged suspension. Consult a physician if there is any question
about physical ability to safely use this product to arrest a fall or suspend.
