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8. Loose ends of straps can get caught in machinery or cause accidental disengagement of an adjuster. All Full Body Harnesses shall include keepers
or other components which serve to control the loose ends of straps.
9. Due to the nature of soft loop connections, it is recommended that soft loop attachments only be used to connect with other soft loops or
carabiners. Snaphooks should not be used unless approved for the application by the manufacturer.
Sections 11-17 provide additional information concerning the location and use of various attachments that may be provided on this FBH
10. Dorsal - The dorsal attachment element shall be used as the primary fall arrest attachment, unless the application allows the use of an
alternate attachment. The dorsal attachment may also be used for travel restraint or rescue. When supported by the dorsal attachment during a
fall, the design of the Full Body Harness shall direct load through the shoulder straps supporting the user, and around the thighs. Supporting the
user, post fall, by the dorsal attachment will result in an upright body position with a slight lean to the front with some slight pressure to the lower
chest. Considerations should be made when choosing a sliding versus fixed dorsal attachment element. Sliding dorsal attachments are generally
easier to adjust to different user sizes, and allow a more vertical rest position post fall, but can increase FBH Stretch.
11. Sternal - The sternal attachment may be used as an alternative fall arrest attachment in applications where the dorsal attachment is
determined to be inappropriate by a competent person, and where there is no chance to fall in a direction other than feet first. Accepted practical
uses for a sternal attachment include, but are not limited to, ladder climbing with a guided type fall arrester, ladder climbing with an overhead
self-retracting lifeline for fall arrest, work positioning and rope access. The sternal attachment may also be used for travel restraint or rescue.
When supported by the sternal attachment during a fall, the design of the Full Body Harness shall direct load through the shoulder straps
supporting the user, and around the thighs. Supporting the user, post fall, by the sternal attachment will result in roughly a sitting or cradled body
position with weight concentrated on the thighs, buttocks and lower back. Supporting the user during work positioning by this sternal attachment
will result in an approximate upright body position.
If the sternal attachment is used for fall arrest, the competent person evaluating the application should take measures to ensure that a fall can
only occur feet first. This may include limiting the allowable free fall distance. It may be possible for a sternal attachment incorporated into an
adjustable style chest strap to cause the chest strap to slide up and possibly choke the user during a fall, extraction, suspension, etc. The
competent person should consider Full Body Harness models with a fixed sternal attachment for these applications.
12. Frontal - The frontal attachment serves as a ladder climbing connection for guided type fall arresters where there is no chance to fall in a
direction other than feet first, or may be used for work positioning. Supporting the user, post fall or during work positioning, by the frontal
attachment will result in a sitting body position, with the upper torso upright, with weight concentrated on the thighs and buttocks. When
supported by the frontal attachment the design of the Full Body Harness shall direct load directly around the thighs and under the buttocks by
means of the sub-pelvic strap.
If the frontal attachment is used for fall arrest, the competent person evaluating the application should take measures to ensure that a fall can only
occur feet first. This may include limiting the allowable free fall distance.
13. Shoulder - The shoulder attachment elements shall be used as a pair, and are an acceptable attachment for rescue and entry/retrieval. The
shoulder attachment elements shall not be used for fall arrest. It is recommended that the shoulder attachment elements be used in conjunction
with a yoke which incorporates a spreader element to keep the Full Body Harness shoulder straps separate.
14. Waist, Rear - The waist, rear attachment shall be used solely for travel restraint. The waist, rear attachment element shall not be used for fall
arrest. Under no circumstances is it acceptable to use the waist, rear attachment for purposes other than travel restraint. The waist, rear
attachment shall only be subjected to minimal loading through the waist of the user, and shall never be used to support the full weight of the
user.
15. Hip - The hip attachment elements shall be used as a pair, and shall be used solely for work positioning. The hip attachment elements shall not
be used for fall arrest. Hip attachments are often used for work positioning by arborists, utility workers climbing poles and construction workers
tying rebar and climbing on form walls. Users are cautioned against using the hip attachment elements (or any other rigid point on the Full Body
Harness) to store the unused end of a fall arrest lanyard, as this may cause a tripping hazard, or, in the case multiple leg lanyards, could cause
adverse loading to the Full Body Harness and the wearer through the unused portion of the lanyard.
16. Suspension seat - The suspension seat attachment elements shall be used as a pair, and shall be used solely for work positioning. The
suspension seat attachment elements shall not be used for fall arrest. Suspension seat attachments are often used for prolonged work activities
where the user is suspended, allowing the user to sit on the suspension seat formed between the two attachment elements. An example of this
use would be window washers on large buildings.
USER INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT
Users of personal fall arrest systems shall, at a minimum, comply with all manufacturer instructions regarding the inspection, maintenance and
storage of the equipment. The user's organization shall retain the manufacturer's instructions and make them readily available to all users. See
ANSI/ASSE Z359.2, Minimum Requirements for a Comprehensive Managed Fall Protection Program, regarding user inspection,
maintenance and storage of equipment.
1. In addition to the inspection requirements set forth in the manufacturer's instructions, the equipment shall be inspected by the user before
each use and, additionally, by a competent person, other than the user, at interval of no more than one year for:
• Absence or illegibility of markings.
• Absence of any elements affecting the equipment form, fit or function.
• Evidence of defects in, or damage to, hardware elements including cracks, sharp edges, deformation, corrosion, chemical attack, excessive
heating, alteration and excessive wear.
• Evidence of defects in or damage to strap or ropes including fraying, unsplicing, unlaying, kinking, knotting, roping, broken or pulled stitches,
excessive elongation, chemical attack, excessive soiling, abrasion, alteration, needed or excessive lubrication, excessive aging and excessive wear.
2. Inspection criteria for the equipment shall be set by the user's organization. Such criteria for the equipment shall equal or exceed the criteria
established by this standard or the manufacturer's instructions, whichever is greater.
3. When inspection reveals defects in, damage to, or inadequate maintenance of equipment, the equipment
shall be permanently removed from service or undergo adequate corrective maintenance, by the original
equipment manufacturer or their designate, before return to service.
Maintenance and Storage
1. Maintenance and storage of equipment shall be conducted by the user's organization in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions. Unique issues, which may arise due to conditions of use, shall be
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