According to CSA Z259.10 standard classification:
Class
Pictogram
A
Suspension and
D
controlled descent
E
Limited-access
L
Ladder-climbing
P
Work-positioning
R
2.4 PROPER HARNESS FIT
FITTING THE HARNESS: Slip harness straps over shoulders so D-ring is in the middle of the back between shoulder blades. Pull leg
straps between legs and connect chest strap and position in mid-chest area
- Tighten to keep shoulder straps taut. After all straps have been buckled, tighten all webbing so the harness fits snug, but allows full
range of movement.
It is extremely important that your harness fits and is properly adjusted. Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death, and proper
connection of both types of straps is essential to fall safety. After Make sure to check:
CHEST STRAP: Should be positioned in the middle of your chest below the trachea but not below the sternum. If the chest strap is
positioned too high, the strap may move upwards during a fall arrest exposing the user to the risk of strangulation. If the chest strap is
too low or not connected at all , you could fall out of your harness during a fall. Fit strongly the chest strap in order to have it strictly
adherent to your chest.
LEG STRAPS: Proper adjustment of the leg straps is critical for safety. Leg straps should be snug, but not to the point that they obstruct
normal blood circulation in the legs. Failure to wear leg straps will not secure your body within the harness during a fall and could lead
to serious injury or death.
SUB-PELVIC STRAP: Provides support in the event of fall, and also provides support when used for positioning. In sitting position, the
sub-pelvic strap should comfortably provide a "seat" for the buttocks. In the event of a fall, simply lift up your legs to transfer weight to
the sub-pelvic strap
3.0 Inspection and Maintenance
SHELF LIFE: Textile products or those containing textile elements (harnesses, belts, shock absorbers etc...): maximum life of 10 years
in storage (from date of manufacture), 7 years after the first use. The shelf life is given as an indication. The following factors can cause
it to vary greatly: -Non-compliance with the manufacturer's instructions for transport, storage and use /-"Aggressive" work environment:
marine atmosphere, chemicals, extreme temperatures, sharp edges... /-Particularly intensive use /-Shock or significant constraint /-
Disregard for the product item's history. In the case of doubt or if the device was used to stop a fall, it must be immediately withdrawn
from use and returned to the manufacturer or any competent person appointed by them. ▪Warning: these factors can cause damage
invisible to the naked eye. Warning: certain extreme conditions can shorten the shelf life by a few days. If the fall indicator is activated
B.P.140 - ZAC de La Peyrolière
84405 APT CEDEX – FRANCE
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Fall-arrest
Full body harness designed to support the body during and after the arrest of a fall.
Full body harness designed for worker suspension or used with a controlled descent
Full body harness designed to support a worker in a position that reduces the
Full body harness designed for use with fall-arrest systems involving the use of a fall
Full body harness designed for use as part of a work positioning system and utilized
Full body harness designed to provide protection for workers who could be exposed
Arc-resistant
HARNESSES ANSI CSA UI 3 LANGUAGES EN ES FR 07 12 2020
Intended of use
system from a height.
worker's profile during passage through a limited access area.
arrester that travels on a vertical lifeline or rail.
to position the worker during a work operation.
to thermal hazards of momentary electric arc or flame.
DATE: 07.12.2020
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