FULL BODY HARNESS
16. PROPER HARNESS FIT:
17. FALL CLEARANCE:
If there is a risk of fall or if the only anchorage is below the attachment points on the harness, it is essential to
use a lanyard provided with an energy absorber. Before using a shock-absorbing lanyard, check that there is
sufficient fall clearance below the user to prevent any collision with a structure on the ground.
18. PERIODIC EXAMINATION:
Total
18 Ft.
from
Anchorage
Before
2 ft. Safety Factor
6 Ft. Length of
Energy-Absorbing
Lanyard
4 Ft. Deceleration
Distance
5 Ft. Height
of Worker
After
5 Ft. Deceleration
Distance
6 Ft. Length of
Energy-Absorbing
Lanyard
2 Ft. Safety Factor
1 Ft. Harness Stre-
tch D-Ring Shift
After
Anchorage
Before
Total
19 Ft.
from
Anchorage
Free Fall Distance + Energy-Absorber Deceleration
Di Worker Safety Factor = 18 ft.
Free Fall Distance + Energy-Absorber Deceleration
Di Worker Safety Factor = 19 Ft.
6 Foot free Fall
Anchorage
12 Foot Free Fall
Calculating Total Fall Distances:
Total Fall Clearance below worker is calculated from Anchorage Connection. Free Fall Di Energy - Absorber
Deceleration Di Worker Safety Factor. Care must be taken to ensure that the total fall distance is clear of
obstructions, such as equipment, to avoid contact with a lower level.
1 Ft. Harness Stre-
tch D-Ring Shift
5 Ft. Height
of Worker
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Confirm torso length adjustment so the shoulder straps are not applying
unnecessary pressure on the shoulders. Worker should be able to move
around freely without the harness causing restriction in movement.
• Chest strap is six inches below the throat
• Torso length adjustment does not apply unnecessary pressure
on the shoulders or allows leg straps to sag
• Dorsal D-ring is in between the shoulder blades
• Leg straps tightened to allow no more than a flat hand to pass
through
Keep these instructions with the product and fill in the identification sheet, entering the information taken
from the markings. Palmer Safety recommends that a competent person inspects every component of the
fall arrest system annually. The periodic examination is essential to test the resistance and condition of the
equipment and to guarantee the safety of the user.
