DeWALT D1000 series Fall Protection Compliance Kit Instruction Manual

DeWALT D1000 series Fall Protection Compliance Kit

Definitions: Safety Alert Symbols and Words
This instruction manual uses the following safety alert symbols and words to alert you to hazardous situations and your risk of personal injury or property damage.

• DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

• WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

• CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
  (Used without word) Indicates a safety related message.

• NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

• WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read and understand these safety warnings and instructions before using the product. Keep these instructions for future reference.

• WARNING: Read and follow the manufacturer’s instruction for each component of the system.

• WARNING: Do not remove product labels which include important warnings and information for all authorized users.

• WARNING: Always have a Rescue Plan ready and at hand when using this equipment.

• WARNING: DO NOT ALTER THE EQUIPMENT IN ANY WAY.

• WARNING: It is important to inspect the equipment according to the manufacturer’s instructions before each use. Inspection of equipment should be done at least annually by a Competent person and the results recorded in the inspection log.

• WARNING: Every individual requires formal training in the use of fall protection equipment and system.

• WARNING: In order to ensure that the user is familiar with the instructions provided in this manual, it becomes the responsibility of the user to undergo proper training on the proper inspection, use and maintenance of this equipment. It is also the employer’s responsibility to ensure that all users are trained in proper use, inspection and maintenance of Fall Protection Equipment.

• DANGER: Do not skip this instruction manual. Alterations or misuse of this product, or failure to follow instructions may result in serious injury or death.

• WARNING: This product is part of a personal fall arrest or restraint system. The user must follow the manufacturer’s instructions for each component of the system. These instructions must be provided to the user of this equipment. The user must understand these instructions before using this equipment. Manufacturer’s instructions must be followed for proper use and maintenance of this product. These instructions are intended to meet the manufacturer’s instructions as required by OHSA, ANSI Z359.1-2007, ANSI 10.32-2012 Regulations.

• WARNING: Prior to using the equipment, please record the product identification information found on the ID label of your fall arrestor in the equipment record table of this manual.

• WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this product. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in serious injury.

PERSONAL SAFETY

1. It is crucial that the Authorized person/user of this fall protection equipment reads and understands these instructions. In addition, it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that all users are trained in the proper use, inspection, and maintenance of fall protection equipment.
2. Proper use of fall arrest systems can save lives and reduce the potential of serious injuries from a fall.
3. The user must be aware that forces experienced during the arrest of a fall or prolonged suspension may cause injury.
4. Consult a physician if there is any question about the user’s ability to use this product.
5. Pregnant women and minors must not use this product.

GENERAL REQUIREMENT

1. All warnings and instructions shall be provided to Authorized persons/users.

2. All Authorized persons/users must refer to the regulations governing occupational safety, as well as applicable ANSI standards.

3. Please refer to product labels for information on specific OSHA regulations, and ANSI standards met by the product.

4. Proper precautions should always be taken to remove any obstructions, debris, material, or other recognized hazards from the work area that could cause injuries or interfere with the operation of the system.

5. All equipment must be inspected before each use according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

6. All equipment should be inspected by a Competent person on at least an annual basis.

7. To minimize the potential for accidental disengagement, a Competent person must ensure system compatibility.

8. Equipment must not be altered in any way.
   Repairs must be performed only by the manufacturer, or persons or entities authorized in writing by the manufacturer.

9. Any product exhibiting deformities, unusual wear, or deterioration must be immediately removed from service for inspection by Qualified person.

10. Any equipment subject to a fall must be removed from service.

WORK AREA SAFETY

1. Keep children and bystanders away while working.
   Distractions can cause hazardous conditions.

2. The authorized person/user shall have a rescue plan and the means at hand to implement it when using this equipment.

3. All synthetic material must be protected from slag, hot sparks, open flames, or other heat sources. The use of heat resistant materials is recommended in these applications.

4. Environmental hazards should be considered when selecting fall protection equipment. Equipment must not be exposed to chemicals which may produce a harmful effect.

5. Polyester should be used in certain chemical or acidic environments. Use in highly corrosive or caustic environments dictates a more frequent inspection and servicing program to ensure the integrity of the device is maintained.

6. Do not allow equipment to come in contact with anything that will damage it including, but not limited to, sharp, abrasive, rough or high temperature surfaces, welding, heat sources, electrical hazards, or moving machinery.

7. Always check for obstructions below the work area to make sure potential fall path is clear.

8. Allow adequate fall clearance below the work surface.

9. Never remove product labels, which include important warnings and information for the authorized person/user.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

1. Always send the equipment back to the manufacturer, or to the persons or entities authorized in writing by the manufacturer, for any repairs if required. NOT all the equipment is reparable.

WARNING: The products enumerated in this instruction manual are a part of a personal fall restraint, fall arrest or rescue system. It is important that the user reads and follows the manufacturer’s instructions for each component of the system. This manual contains information which is important to the user’s safety and should be kept in a safe place for future reference as needed. The instructions provided in this manual are meant for the use of this equipment and should be read thoroughly and understood by the user before the equipment is used. Manufacturer’s instructions must be properly followed for the correct use and maintenance of this equipment. Please contact DEWALT for any questions regarding use of this equipment.

WARNING: Fall arrest systems and equipment are life saving products and are designed to reduce the potential of serious injury in the event of a fall. However, it is important to note that the user may experience an impact of force on their body in the event of a fall. The victim of a fall may also experience adverse effects due to prolonged suspension in a Full Body Harness (FBH). In case there is a doubt about the user’s ability to utilize this product, the user must consult a physician. Pregnant women and minors are not considered fit for the use of this equipment.

1. Never use any natural material like manila, cotton, etc. as part of the Fall Protection System.
2. Fall protection equipment should only be used for the purpose for which it has been designed.
3. This equipment should never be used for towing and hoisting or for any other purpose than its intended use.
4. A competent person must ensure compatibility of the system to minimize any potential for accidental disengagement.
5. Users shall be trained on all warnings and instructions provided in this manual.
6. It is important for all Qualified, Competent and users to refer to the applicable ANSI Standards and to the regulations governing occupational safety.
7. It is important to keep in mind environmental hazards when selecting fall protection equipment.
8. Extreme environments may require a more frequent inspection and servicing program of the fall protection equipment to maintain the integrity and safety of the equipment.

COMPONENT COMPATIBILITY

1. Component compatibility with DEWALT manufactured fall protection equipment is ensured by strictly following the instructions for each type of equipment used. However, if the user utilizes combinations of components or sub systems that are manufactured by others, only a “qualified” or “competent” person (as defined in OSHA) can ensure the compatibility. If substitutions or replacements are made with non-approved components or sub systems, then this may severely affect the compatibility of the equipment, making the complete system unsafe for use.

COMPATIBILITY OF CONNECTORS

1. To ensure the compatibility of the connectors with their connecting element, it is important to safeguard that the sizes and shapes of
   the connectors and the connecting elements do not allow their gate mechanisms to open inadvertently, notwithstanding their orientation with each other. All hooks, carabiners, D-rings and other such connectors must be capable of supporting a min. force of 5000 lbs. (23 kN). All connectors must be compatible with all system components like anchorages, etc. Never use equipment which is not compatible as this may cause the connectors to disengage unintentionally. All connectors must be compatible in shape and size. As per ANSI Z359.12 and OSHA, only self-locking snap hooks and carabiners may be used.

CONNECTIONS USING CONNECTORS

1. Ensure that only self-locking snap hooks and carabiners are used with this equipment. All connections should be compatible in size, shape and strength. The connectors used should be suitable to each application. Ensure that they are fully closed and locked while in use.

WARNING: Large throat opening snap hooks such as scaffold or rebar hooks should not be connected to standard size D-rings or similar objects. The reason for this is if the hook or D-ring twists or rotates, then this may result in a load on the gate of the connector. Large throat snap hooks are specifically designed for use on fixed structure elements such as rebar or cross members. These are shaped in such a way that they cannot capture the gate of the hook.

NEVER USE INAPPROPRIATE CONNECTIONS

While using DEWALT snap hooks and carabiners, they should not be connected as below:

1. Two or more connectors should never be attached to a single D-ring.

2. Never attach a connector that could result in a load on its gate.

3. Connectors should not be connected in a false engagement. It should be visually confirmed that the connector is fully engaged to the anchor point. Avoid conditions that allow for features that protrude from the connectors to catch on the anchor, giving a false sense of being connected.

4. Connectors should not be connected to each
   other.

5. Connectors should not be connected directly to the webbing or to the rope lanyard or tie back, unless specifically allowed by the manufacturer. f ) Connectors should not be connected to any object which does not allow the connector gate to close or lock. Anchor shapes that allow roll out to occur should never be used for connection. If the anchor, to which the snap hook or carabiner is attached, is under sized or irregular in shape, then this may allow for the gate of the connector to come in contact with the anchor, thereby causing the connector to open up and possibly disengage from the anchor. This is known as roll out of the connector.

IMPORTANT RESTRICTIONS WHILE MAKING CONNECTIONS

1. A snap hook should not be connected into a loop or thimble of a wire rope, or attached to it in any way that may slack the wire rope.
2. Do not make connections where the connector locking mechanism can come into contact with a structural member, or other such equipment, as it may potentially unlock the connector and release the connection.
3. To connect to a single or a pair of soft loops on a harness, a carabiner that can fully close and lock should only be used. Snap hooks are not allowed for such connections, unless specifically allowed by manufacturer.
4. A carabiner may be connected to a loop or ring connector that is already occupied by a choker style connector. Snap hooks are not allowed for such connections.

WARNING: If the connecting element to which a snap hook (shown) or carabiner attaches is undersized or irregular in shape, a situation could occur where the connecting element applies a force to the gate of the snap hook or carabiner. This force may cause the gate (of either a self-locking or a non-locking snap hook) to open, allowing the snap hook or carabiner to disengage from the connecting point.

UNINTENTIONAL DISENGAGEMENT (ROLL OUT)

CONNECTING SUB SYSTEMS

1. Use only those connecting subsystems (self-retracting lifeline, lanyard, rope grab and lifeline, cable sleeves) that are suitable for your application.
2. See subsystems manufacturer’s instructions for more information. Some harness models have web loop connecting points.
3. Do not use snap hooks to connect to the web loop. Use a self-locking carabiner to connect to a web loop.
4. Ensure the carabiner cannot cross-gate load (load against the gate rather than along the backbone of the carabiner).

RESCUE PLAN

1. A rescue plan should be well documented and in place before performing work at height.
2. The rescue operation must be performed by trained and competent personnel only.
3. The rescue expert team should supervise the rescue operation performed.
4. It is also advised to work in pairs while working on the site.

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS

Environmental hazards may include the following, but are not limited to:

• Chemicals
• Extreme Temperatures
• Corrosive Environments
• Gases
• High Voltage Power Lines
• Sharp Edges
• Moving Machinery and Vehicles

Please contact DFP Safety for use of this equipment in the presence of any environmental hazard.

ANCHORAGE STRENGTH

The application type determines the anchorage strength requirement. As per ANSI Z359.1 the necessary anchorage strength for the following applications is listed below:

• Fall Arrest: As per OSHA 1926.500 and 1910.66 anchorages that are used for attachment of Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS) shall be independent of any anchorage being used to support or suspend platforms. They should be capable of withstanding a minimum load of 5000 lbs. (23 kN) per user attached, or should be designed, installed and used as part of a complete PFAS which maintains a safety factor of at least two. Rating of the anchorage should always be done under the supervision of a qualified person.

WARNING: This equipment is not designed to be used in high temperature environments. It is important to protect this equipment when using near activities like welding or metal cutting. Hot sparks may cause damage to this equipment or burn it. Contact DEWALT with any questions regarding the details on use of this equipment in high temperature environments.

WARNING: It is important to take additional precautions while using this equipment in the presence of any environmental hazards so as to prevent injury to the user or damage to the equipment.

• Work Positioning: The structure to which the work positioning system (WPS) is attached must be able to sustain a static load of min. 3000 lbs. (13.3 kN), applied in the directions permitted by the work positioning system. Or, it should be able to sustain two times the potential impact load, whichever is greater; see 1926.502. However, if more than one work positioning system is attached to an anchorage, then the strength mentioned above must be multiplied by the number of WPS attached to the anchorage.
• Restraint: The strength requirement of anchorages which are selected for restraint and travel restraint systems is min. of 1000 lbs. (4.5 kN) static load applied in the directions permitted by the system. If more than one restraint and travel restraint system is attached to anchorage, then the 1000 lbs. shall be multiplied by the number of systems attached to the anchorage to determine the min. strength requirement.
• Rescue: The minimum strength of the anchorage selected for rescue should be such that it is capable of sustaining a static load of min. 3000 lbs. (13.3 kN) applied in the direction permitted by the system. To determine the strength requirement of the anchorage if more than one rescue system is attached, then multiply 3000 lbs. (13.3 kN) by the number of the systems attached to the anchorage.
• Swing Falls: Swing fall occurs when the position of the anchorage point is not directly above the point where a fall occurs. In such a case if a fall were to occur, it will result in pendulum swing of the fall victim and may also cause them to strike nearby objects with a force. This may cause serious injury or even death. Such swing falls may be minimized by ensuring that the anchorage is directly overhead, and by working as close to the anchorage point as possible. Swing falls will substantially increase the fall clearance required when a SRL or other variable length connecting.
• The Capacity of the DEWALT full body harness is up to 310 lbs. (140 kg) hence, the combined weight (clothes, tools, shoes etc.) of a person using these harnesses should not be more than 310 lbs. It is important to ensure that all the components in the system are rated to a capacity which is appropriate to the application.
• Free Fall: As per ANSI Z359.11 the personal fall arrest systems used with this equipment must be rigged in such a way that the free fall does not exceed 6 ft. (1.8 m). Restraint systems must be rigged in such a way that no vertical free fall is possible. Work positioning systems are required to be rigged in a way that the free fall does not exceed 2 ft. (0.6 m). Personal riding systems must be rigged so that there is no vertical free fall possible. Climbing systems must be rigged so that free fall is less than 18 inches (46 cm). Rescue systems must be rigged in such a way that there is no vertical free fall. Contact DEWALT for any further information needed.
• Fa• The Capacity of the DEWALT full body harness is up to 310 lbs. (140 kg) hence, the combined weight (clothes, tools, shoes etc.) of a person using these harnesses should not be more than 310 lbs. It is important to ensure that all the components in the system are rated to a capacity which is appropriate to the application.
• Free Fall: As per ANSI Z359.11 the personal fall arrest systems used with this equipment must be rigged in such a way that the free fall does not exceed 6 ft. (1.8 m). Restraint systems must be rigged in such a way that no vertical free fall is possible. Work positioning systems are required to be rigged in a way that the free fall does not exceed 2 ft. (0.6 m). Personal riding systems must be rigged so that there is no vertical free fall possible. Climbing systems must be rigged so that free fall is less than 18 inches (46 cm). Rescue systems must be rigged in such a way that there is no vertical free fall. Contact DEWALT for any further information needed.
• Fall Clearance: There should be sufficient clearance below the user to allow the system to arrest a fall to prevent the user from striking the ground or any other obstruction. The clearance required depends upon the following factors:
• Extended Suspension: Using a full body harness: A FBH is not intended for use in extended suspension applications. If the user is going to be suspended for an extended length of time, it is recommended that some form of a seat support be used. DEWALT recommends a seat board, suspension work seat, seat sling, or a boatswain chair. Contact DEWALT for more information on these items. ll Clearance: There should be sufficient clearance below the user to allow the system to arrest a fall to prevent the user from striking the ground or any other obstruction. The clearance required depends upon the following factors:
• Extended Suspension: Using a full body harness: A FBH is not intended for use in extended suspension applications. If the user is going to be suspended for an extended length of time, it is recommended that some form of a seat support be used. DEWALT recommends a seat board, suspension work seat, seat sling, or a boatswain chair. Contact DEWALT for more information on these items.

WARNING: It is important to consider the below mentioned limitations before using or installing this equipment.
WARNING: If the only available anchorage is situated below the attachment on the harness; and if there is a risk of fall, then it is essential to use a lanyard with a properly rated energy absorber. It is important to ensure that there is sufficient fall clearance below the user, see calculating total fall distance section for details.

Calculating Total Fall Distances:

• Calculating Total Fall Distances: Total
  Fall Clearance below worker is calculated from Anchorage Connection. (a) Free Fall Distance (lanyard length) + (b) Energy Absorber Deceleration Distance + (c) Worker height
  (includes height to worker D-ring and harness stretch) + (d) 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.
  (A) Free Fall Distance + (B) Energy Absorber Deceleration Distance + (C) Worker height + (D) Safety Factor = 18.5 ft. (5.6 m)

• Periodic Examination: Always keep the instructions provided with the product. Take the information from the markings on the product and enter this information in the identification sheet. To ensure the safety of the user, it is essential to check the condition of the equipment through periodic examinations of the product. This equipment must be examined by a competent person at least annually, strictly complying with the manufacturer instructions. Also, record the previous check on the attached sheet. If the equipment is in heavy usage or is used in a harsh environment, then the frequency of inspection should be increased in accordance with regulations. Also check that the markings on the product are legible.

FREE FALL DISTANCE, TOTAL FALL DISTANCE, AND SYSTEM ELONGATION

ISEA Fall Protection User Guide 2018

WARNING: DEWALT full body harnesses are to be used as part of personal fall arrest (PFAS), restraint , rescue or work positioning system. Full body harnesses are designed in such a way that they work in sync with other elements of a personal fall arrest system. While they are designed to arrest a fall from height, they also minimize the impact load on the wearer. DEWALT recommends that only those components or sub systems of the PFAS manufactured by DEWALT are used in combination. If other manufacturer’s equipment is used, then this should be ensured for compatibility by a Competent Person only. If substitutions or replacements are made with non-approved components of sub systems, then this may severely affect the compatibility of the equipment, making the complete system unsafe for use.

ILLUSTRATION OF FULL BODY HARNESS

DEWALT full body harnesses are to be used as components in personal fall arrest, restraint, work positioning and rescue systems. The full body harnesses included in this manual conform to ANSI Z359.11-2014, and OSHA. Full body harnesses made of Aramid webbing should be used when working with tools, material and environments of high temperature (e.g. foundries, welding, fire services, steel fabrication, oil industry, etc.).

APPLICATION

• Personal Fall Arrest: DEWALT full body harnesses along with a connecting sub system (e.g. energy absorbing lanyard) typically constitutes a PFAS. The maximum arresting force should not be more than 1800 lbs. (8 kN). Only the dorsal D-ring of the full body harness, D-ring or the attachment element on the back of the full body harness, should be connected to the fall arrest subsystem for fall arrest.

• Working Positioning: The full body harness is used to support the user at a work position hence being used as a component of a work positioning system. The full body harness together with a work positioning lanyard constitutes a work positioning system. Personal fall arrest system is always used as back up.
  For work positioning at height, connect the work positioning sub system (e.g. positioning lanyard) to the belt mounted work positioning attachment anchorage elements (also known as lateral D-rings), or to hip level side D-rings. These D- rings should never be used as connection points for fall arrest.

• Restraint: The full body harness constitutes a component of a restraint system, which prevents the user from reaching a fall hazard (e.g. edge of a platform or roof). A full body harness together with a restraint lanyard or restraint line constitutes a restraint system.

• Controlled Descent: For applications of controlled descent, a full body harness is connected to a descender or an evacuation system. Such harnesses are equipped with a single sternal level D-ring, one or two frontal D- rings, or a pair of connectors originating below the waist.

• Rescue: Configuration of rescue systems is dependent upon the type of rescue. Harnesses that are equipped with D-rings on the shoulders may be used for entry and egress into confined spaces. Hence, the FBH forms a part of the rescue system.

• Ladder Climbing: A climbing system prevents the user from falling when climbing a ladder or other climbing structure. A FBH equipped with frontal D-ring on the sternal location is used as a component of the climbing system. Other components of a climbing system includes a vertical cable or rail attached to the structure and a climbing sleeve.

PRE- INSPECTION CHECK OF THE HARNESS
The harness should be inspected prior to each use as per the following guidelines:

WARNING: It is mandatory that a Competent Person other than the user must perform a formal inspection of the PFAS and its components at least once annually. This frequency should be altered on the basis of conditions for use or exposure. The inspection results should be recorded in the inspection and maintenance log at the end of this manual.

• STEP 1:
  Locate the impact indicators. The stitched impact indicator is the section of the webbing that is folded back into itself and held in place with a specific stitch pattern. This stitch opens up releasing the warning sign on the unfolded webbing when the harness is subjected to a fall. If an impact indicator is found to have been released, then the harness should be immediately removed from service. (Fig. 1)

• STEP 2:
  Check the stitches on the harness. They should be intact, no cuts, severe abrasion or visual damage

• STEP 3:
  Check the webbing by holding it with your hands 6 to 8 inches apart and bending the webbing in an inverted U. By doing it this way, any damaged fibers or cuts can be easily detected. Repeat this process for the entire length of the webbing, checking both sides of each strap. Look out for any frayed edges, broken fibers, cuts, burns, pulled stitches and chemical damage. (Fig.3)

• STEP 4:
  Check the D-rings for sharp edges, distortion, cracks, breaks, and rough edges. Look out for any broken stitching of the D-ring attachments. Also, ensure the D-ring pivots freely. (Fig.4)

• STEP 5:
  Inspect the pads for any cracks, excessive wear and other signs of damage.

• STEP 6:
  Check the buckle attachments for abrasion, rust or cracks. Check all connections to the webbing for unusual wear, frayed or cut fibers, or broken stitching.

• STEP 7:
  Check the tongue buckles and grommets. The buckle tongues should not be distorted in shape and motion. They should overlap the buckle frames and freely move in their sockets. Also, the roller should turn freely on the frame. Look for any distortion or sharp edges. The grommets should not be loose, distorted or broken. Also, there should not be any additional punched holes in the webbing.(Fig.7)

• STEP 8:
  Friction buckles should be inspected for distortion. The center and outer bars of the buckle should be straight. Carefully inspect the corners and attachment points at the center bar.(Fig.8)

• STEP 9:
  If your harness has a quick connect buckle at the chest it should be inspected for distortion, cracks and breaks. The buckles should engage properly and function smoothly.(Fig.7)

WARNING: Donning and inspecting a harness properly will safe your life and others.

DONNING AND FITTING THE HARNESS

• STEP 1: Lift up and hold the harness by the back D-Ring. Check to ensure that the straps are not twisted.(Fig. 1)
• STEP 2: Grab the shoulder straps and put the harness on over one arm. Be sure that the dorsal D-ring is located on your back and that all straps hang freely and without tangles. Slide your other arm into the harness, like putting on a jacket. Ensure that both shoulder straps are sitting flat on top of your shoulders. You will note that the chest strap and buckle should be located in front of you. (Fig.2)
• STEP 3: Reach between your legs and grasp one of the leg straps. Pull it up between your legs and make the connection in front of your harness. The connection will either be a pass-through style buckle, a tongue buckle with grommet or a quick-connect buckle. For tongue buckle straps. For pass-through buckles, slide the smaller buckle through the larger buckle to make a secure connection. For the quick connect buckle insert the tab of the buckle into the receptor end until you hear a click. This means that the connection has been made. In all cases tuck the excess end of the strap under the strap keeper and make the connection snug, allowing enough space under each leg strap to slide at least three fingers through. (Fig. 3)
• STEP 4 : If your harness has a waist belt you can adjust and buckle the belt to a comfortable, firm fit. (Fig. 4)
• STEP 5 : Next you need to buckle and adjust the chest strap to a proper fit. The chest strap should sit approximately 6 inches (15 cm) below the top of your shoulders. The connection will either be a pass-through buckle or a quick connect buckle, as noted in step 3. Once the connection has been made and the strap is positioned properly and snug to the chest you can tuck any excess webbing into the strap keeper. (Fig. 5 and Fig.6)
• STEP 6: Adjust the shoulder straps by pulling on the torso adjustment buckles located on each side of the harness. Adjust the shoulder straps equally. This will also allow you to center the chest strap as mentioned in step 5.
• STEP 7: Final adjustments should be checked to ensure proper fit as an incorrectly fit harness can cause serious injury in the event of a fall. (Fig. 7)
  • The chest strap should be snug and positioned approximately 6” below shoulder level.
  • The legs straps should be snug but still allow you to easily fit several fingers behind the strap.
  • The sub-pelvic strap should sit directly under your buttocks without tangles in the straps.

Double check all connections to make sure they are secure

DISCLAIMER

• Prior to use, the end user, must read and understand the manufacturer’s instructions supplied with this product at the time of shipment and seek training from their employer’s trained personnel on the proper usage of the product. Manufacturer is not liable or responsible for any loss, damage or injury caused or incurred by any person on grounds of improper usage or installation of this product.

WARNING: After donning the harness, fasten and adjust all the buckles properly before performing any work. If the buckles are not fastened and adjusted properly, then this may result in serious injury or death in the event of a fall from height. Consult a qualified/competent person or contact DEWALT in case of questions regarding proper fit of the harness.

PROPER FIT OF THE HARNESS

It is of extreme importance that the harness fits snugly and is properly adjusted on the wearer. Loosely fitted harnesses can result in serious injury or even death. It is extremely important that all straps of the harnesses are properly connected so as to ensure fall safety. Make the following checks after donning a harness:
Check the chest strap: It should be in the middle of your chest in front of the sternum, 6 inches below the trachea. If the chest strap is positioned too high, then this may cause strangulation when the strap moves upwards in the event of a fall. Conversely, if the chest strap is positioned too low or is not connected at all, then the wearer could risk slipping out of the harness in the event of a fall.
Check the leg strap: They should be properly adjusted for complete safety. It is extremely important to wear the leg straps as they hold the wearer within the harness in the event of a fall preventing serious injury or death. Leg straps should be snug but not over tight where they obstruct normal blood circulation in the legs.
Check the sub pelvic strap: Which not only provides support to the body in the event of a fall, but also gives support when used for positioning. This strap comfortably provides a ‘seat’ for the buttocks, when in a seated position. In the event of a fall, the wearer should simply lift up his legs to transfer weight to the sub pelvic strap.

Lanyard Keeper: When not in use, unused lanyard legs that are still attached to a full body harness D-ring should not be attached to a work positioning element or any other structural element on the full body harness unless deemed acceptable by the competent person. This is especially important when using some types of “Y” style lanyards, as some load may be transmitted to the user through the unused lanyard leg if it is not able to release from the harness. DEWALT harnesses come with Lanyard Keepers located at the sternal area, specially meant for parking the unused leg of the lanyard. These also reduce tripping and entanglement hazards.
Web Keepers: DEWALT harnesses are provided with web keepers that serve to control the loose ends of the straps. These loose ends of straps, if left uncontrolled, can get caught in machinery or cause accidental disengagement of an adjuster. Hence, the user must ensure that there are no loose ends of the straps, and that these are kept in place by the web keepers.

WARNING: Do not attempt to disassemble the unit or make repairs to the equipment. Send the equipment back to the manufacturer, or persons or entities authorized in writing by the manufacturer to make repairs to the equipment.

USE OF ATTACHMENT POINT ON THE HARNESS

Dorsal Attachment: Always use the dorsal attachment element as the primary fall arrest attachment, unless the application allows the use of an alternate attachment. You may also use the dorsal attachment for travel restraint or rescue.
Sternal Attachment: You may use the sternal attachment as an alternative fall arrest attachment in applications where the dorsal attachment is found to be inappropriate by a competent person, and where there is no chance to fall other than feet first. Sternal attachment can be used for ladder climbing in various situations including ladder climbing with an overhead self-retracting lifeline for fall arrest, rope access, ladder climbing with a guided type fall arrester and work positioning. The sternal attachment may also be used for travel restraint or rescue.
Frontal Attachment: Where there is no chance to fall in a direction other than feet first, the frontal attachment may be used as a connection for ladder climbing, for guided type fall arresters and also for work positioning.
Shoulder Attachment: Always use the shoulder attachment elements as a pair. They are an acceptable attachment for rescue and entry/retrieval. Never
use shoulder attachment elements for fall arrest. Recommendation: The shoulder attachment elements should always be used in conjunction with a yoke which comes with a spreader element keeping the FBH shoulder straps separated properly.
Hip Attachment: The hip attachment elements shall be used solely for work positioning and shall always be used as a pair. The hip attachment elements are NOT meant for fall arrest. These hip attachments are often used for utility workers climbing poles, construction workers tying rebar and using the same to climb
on form walls, and also used by arborists for work positioning. Users are cautioned not to store the unused end of a fall arrest lanyard on the hip attachment elements to avoid any tripping hazards. Excessive loading could be caused to the full body harness and the user through the unused portion of the Multiple Leg Lanyard.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR FULL BODY HARNESS
Training: It is essential that the users of this type of equipment receive proper training and instruction, including detailed procedures for the safe use of such equipment in their work application. ANSI/ASSE Z359.2, Minimum Requirements for a Comprehensive Managed Fall Protection Program, establishes guidelines and requirements for an employer’s managed fall protection program. These include policies, duties and training, fall protection procedures, eliminating and controlling fall hazards, rescue procedures, incident investigations, and evaluating program effectiveness.
Suspension Intolerance: Suspension intolerance also known as suspension trauma or orthostatic intolerance, is a serious condition that can be controlled with prompt rescue and post fall suspension relief devices. A conscious able user may deploy a suspension relief device allowing the user to remove tension from around the legs, freeing blood flow, which can delay the onset of suspension intolerance. An attachment element extender is not intended to be attached directly to an anchorage or anchorage connector for fall arrest. An energy absorber must be used to limit maximum arrest forces to 1800 lbs.(8 kN). The length of an attachment element extender may affect free fall distances and free fall clearance calculations.

MAINTENANCE, SERVICE, AND STORAGE

• A full body harness can be cleaned with water and a mild soap solution. However, if a harness is excessively dirty, or there is a build-up of material like paint, etc., then this may hamper the harness from functioning properly. In severe cases the webbing may be degraded to a point where it weakens. In such a case remove the harness from service. Never use bleach or bleach solutions to clean the harness as this may damage the webbing. Always dry the harness by hanging to air dry. Do not force dry with heat. The hardware should be wiped off with a clean dry cloth. Contact DEWALT for any further query.
• Additional maintenance and servicing procedures must be completed by an authorized service center only.
• Store full body harnesses in a cool dry and clean environment away from direct sunlight. Avoid areas where there may be the presence of chemical vapors. It is extremely important to thoroughly inspect the FBH after extended storage.

LIFESPAN:
The lifespan of any component of a personal fall arrest system (PFAS) is dependent upon its level of use, the environment in which it is used and how it is maintained. Any part of the PFAS that passes daily inspection by an Authorized person or periodic (annual or semiannual) inspection by a Competent person, can stay in use. Once it fails visual inspection it must be removed from service.

TWO-YEAR WARRANTY – FALL PROTECTION PRODUCTS:

THE FOLLOWING IS MADE IN LIEU OF ALL WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO ORIGINAL RETAIL BUYERS OF DFP SAFETY CORPORATION FALL PROTECTION PRODUCTS OR PARTS. THIS WARRANTY IS NOT ASSIGNABLE OR TRANSFERABLE. DFP SAFETY CORPORATION MAKES NO WARRANTY TO ANYONE ELSE, INCLUDING OTHER PURCHASERS AND/OR USERS, AND NONE SHALL BE IMPLIED.
Except as otherwise provided in this warranty, DFP Safety Corporation Fall Protection Products are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase.

LIMITED REMEDY

The sole and exclusive remedy for any DFP Safety Corporation product found to be defective in materials and workmanship is repair or replacement, at the sole option of DFP Safety Corporation, or its authorized warranty service providers. If this exclusive remedy is deemed to have failed of its essential purpose, DFP Safety Corporation’s liability shall not exceed the purchase price of the DFP Safety Corporation product.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

In no event will DFP Safety Corporation be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, punitive or consequential damages (including lost profit) whether based on warranty, contract, tort, or any other legal theory.
This warranty does not cover any DFP Safety Corporation product that has been abused, altered, worn out, contaminated, rusted, excessively heated, ground, damaged due to improper loading, used for a purpose other than that for which it was intended, or used in a manner inconsistent with DFP Safety Corporation’s instructions regarding use.
The existence of a defect in materials or workmanship shall be determined by DFP Safety Corporation in accordance with procedures established by DFP Safety Corporation. No one is authorized to make any statement or representation altering the terms of this warranty.
ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES THAT EXTEND BEYOND THE FACE OF THIS DOCUMENT.
This writing supersedes all prior oral or written agreements or representations and excludes all warranties not set forth herein.

EQUIPMENT RECORD
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PERIODIC EXAMINATION AND REPAIR HISTORY

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Trademark Licensee: DFP Safety Corp. 20711 Holt Ave. Suite 1525 Lakeville, MN 55044 800-391-1862, www.dfpsafety.com.
A licensee of DEWALT Industrial Tool Co.
The warranty of this product is covered by: DFP Safety Corp.
For Customer Service info, please call: 800-391-1862

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DFP SAFETY CORP.
20711 Holt Ave. Suite 1525 Lakeville, MN 55044
P/N DL 202001 Rev.A 2022/01/22

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References

• DFP Safety DEWALT Fall Protection, Dropped Object Prevention

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