3M Protecta Pro 3 Manual Del Usuario página 17

and right sides of Shoulder Straps should be adjusted to the same length and the Chest Strap should be centered on
your lower chest, 6 in. (15 cm) 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 2 in. (51 mm) of the vertical
centerline of the harness.
3.6 DEPLOyING THE SUSPENSION TRAUMA STRAPS: Figure 13 illustrates deployment of the Suspension Trauma Straps.
In the event of a fall, the Suspension Trauma Straps should be used by the fallen worker to alleviate suspension trauma.
To deploy the Suspension Trauma Straps on your Harness:
1. Locate the Suspension Trauma Straps (A) on your Harness. The Suspension Trauma Straps should be located in a
zipped container on your front, near the two intersection points of the leg straps.
2. Deploy the Suspension Trauma Straps by opening the zipped compartments located on the containers' sides. Guide
the Straps (B) out from within each container to a length long enough for you to stand upon. Bring the two Straps
together and secure them to each other by means of the Strap Hook (C).
3. Extend the connected Straps as necessary to create a length of webbing for you to stand upon. Press your heels
upon either side of the connection point and stand up straight. This should alleviate any stress experienced as part of
suspension trauma.
3.7 CONNECTING SySTEM COMPONENTS: After donning the Pro 3 Harness, the user may connect to their Fall Protection
System. Observe all requirements as specified in these instructions and any manufacturer's instructions included with the
system components. See Section 4.2 for more information on System Applications.
4.0 USE
4.1 BEFORE EACH USE: Verify that your work area and Fall Protection system meet all criteria defined in Sections 1 and
2. Verify that a formal Rescue Plan is in place. Inspect the Harness per the points of the "Inspection and Maintenance
Log" (Table 1). If inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition, or if any doubt should arise about its condition for
safe use, remove the product from service immediately. Clearly tag the system "DO NOT USE". See Section 5 for more
information.
4.2 SySTEM APPLICATIONS: Pro 3 Harnesses may be used for Fall Protection applications as specified in these instructions.
See Figure 2 for reference. Pro 3 Harnesses may be used for the following Fall Protection applications:
4.3 MAKING CONNECTIONS: When using a hook to connect to an anchorage or when coupling components of the system
together, ensure roll-out cannot occur. Roll-out occurs when interference between the hook and mating connector causes
the hook gate to unintentionally open and release. Self-locking snap hooks and carabiners should be used to reduce the
possibility of roll-out. Do not use hooks or connectors that will not completely close over the attachment object. See
subsystem manufacturer's instructions for more information on making connections.
5.0 INSPECTION
;
After equipment has been removed from service, it may not be returned to service until a Competent Person confirms in
writing that it is acceptable to do so.
5.1 INSPECTION FREQUENCy: The product shall be inspected by the user before each use and, additionally, by a
Competent Person other than the user at intervals of no longer than one year. A higher frequency of equipment use
and harsher conditions may require increasing the frequency of Competent Person inspections. The frequency of these
inspections should be determined by the Competent Person per the specific conditions of the worksite.
5.2 INSPECTION PROCEDURES: Inspect this product per the procedures listed in the "Inspection and Maintenance Log".
Documentation of each inspection should be maintained by the owner of this equipment. An inspection and maintenance
log should be placed near the product or be otherwise easily accessible to users. It is recommended that the product is
marked with the date of next or last inspection.
5.3 DEFECTS: If the X100 Harness cannot be returned to service because of an existing defect or unsafe condition, then the
product must be either destroyed or sent to 3M for replacement.
5.4 PRODUCT LIFE: The functional life of the Harness is determined by work conditions and maintenance. As long as the
product passes inspection criteria, it may remain in service.
System Application
A
Fall Arrest
B
Restraint
C
Work Positioning
D
Rescue
E
Controlled Descent
F
Climbing
Attachment Elements
Dorsal, Sternal, Frontal
Dorsal, Sternal, Frontal, Hip
Frontal, Hip
Dorsal, Sternal, Frontal,
Shoulder
Dorsal, Sternal, Frontal
Sternal
17