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Arc Flash
Full Body Harness
WARNING
This product is part of a personal fall arrest, work positioning, or rescue system. The manufacturer's
instructions must be provided to users of this equipment. The user must follow the manufacturer's instructions
for each component of the system. The user must read and understand these instructions before using this
equipment. Manufacturer's instructions must be followed for proper use and maintenance of this equipment.
Alterations to this product, misuse of this product, or failure to follow instructions may result in serious injury or
death.
IMPORTANT
Questions regarding the use, care, or suitability of this equipment for your application? Contact Safewaze.
IMPORTANT
Record identification information before using this product. Identification information may be found on the
equipment label (See Figure 15). This information should be recorded in the "Inspection Form" located at the
back of this manual (p 16).
ANSI Z359.11-2014 and ANSI/ASSE A10.32
OSHA 1910.66, OSHA 1926.502, ASTM F887, NFPA 70E
This manual is intended to meet the manufacturer's instructions as
required by ANSI Z359.11 and should be used as part
of an employee training program as required by OSHA.
220-00068
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- Page 1 Alterations to this product, misuse of this product, or failure to follow instructions may result in serious injury or death. IMPORTANT Questions regarding the use, care, or suitability of this equipment for your application? Contact Safewaze. IMPORTANT Record identification information before using this product. Identification information may be found on the equipment label (See Figure 15).
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
User Manual Table of Contents 1.0 INTRODUCTION ..............2 2.0 APPLICATION ..............2 3.0 APPLICABLE SAFETY STANDARDS .......3 4.0 WORKER CLASSIFICATIONS ..........3 5.0 PURPOSE .................3 6.0 LIMITATIONS & REQUIREMENTS ........3-6 7.0 COMPATIBILITY OF COMPONENTS .......6 8.0 COMPATIBILITY OF CONNECTORS .......6 9.0 MAKING CONNECTIONS ..........7 10.0 BUCKLE TYPE AND OPERATION ........7 11.0 APPLICATION LIMITS ............8 12.0 RESTRICTIONS ..............8... - Page 3 Swing falls significantly increase the likelihood of serious injury or death in the event of a fall. Contact Safewaze if you have questions regarding compatibility of this equipment that are not covered in this manual. Do not alter or misuse this equipment. Some subsystem components could affect the performance and the operation of this equipment.
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Page 4: Introduction
The FBH must be properly fitted to the user. The Safewaze FBH is part of a complete PFAS that requires a properly rated anchorage and connector, that in conjunction with an appropriate connecting device, meets the fall protection requirement. -
Page 5: Applicable Safety Standards
5.0 PURPOSE Purpose: The Safewaze series of full body harnesses are designed to be used as part of a Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS). A competent person shall train users on this equipment in accordance with OSHA and ANSI. - Page 6 It is important to make sure that adequate clearance is available. Free Fall, Maximum Arrest Distance, Height of Worker, and current clearance above the next fall hazard must all be considered in the Fall Clearance calculation. V1.0 2021 Copyright Safewaze...
- Page 7 (including all clothing, tools, and equipment) is 130-310 lbs ***Diagram shown is an example fall clearance calculation ONLY. Fall Clearance Diagram Lanyard Length (6’ Total) Required distance from Anchorage Deceleration (18’ total) distance (4’ total) Worker Height (6’ average) Safety factor (2’ total) V1.0 2021 Copyright Safewaze...
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Page 8: Compatibility Of Components
FALL-ARREST 7.0 COMPATIBILITY OF COMPONENTS Unless otherwise noted, Safewaze equipment is designed for use with Safewaze approved components and subsystems only. Substitutions or replacements made with non approved components or subsystems may jeopardize compatibility of equipment and may affect safety and reliability of the complete system. -
Page 9: Making Connections
Do not use equipment that is not compatible. Ensure all connectors are fully closed and locked. Safewaze connectors (snap hooks and carabiners) are designed to be used only as specified in each product’s user’s instructions. See Figure 5 for examples of inappropriate connections. Do not connect snap hooks and carabiners: •... -
Page 10: Application Limits
Safewaze FBH: Extended Free Falls: All Safewaze FBH’s are designed and rated for a maximum free fall of 6 ft. (1.83 m). In instances where a 12 ft. (3.66 m) is likely, the Safewaze FBH can be used provided that the Safewaze Energy Absorber Lanyard utilized is rated for extended free falls. -
Page 11: Donning And Adjusting The Harness
14.0 DONNING AND ADJUSTING THE HARNESS Safewaze harnesses are offered in a variety of configurations, which can include Pass Through or Quick Connect Buckles, and some styles which offer Grommet Leg adjustment. The following sequence of steps in donning the harness are correct regardless of harness configuration. -
Page 12: Installation And Use Of Bwb
5. Check the locking function of the bracket by attempting to slide the bracket open WITHOUT depressing locking buttons (A) or (B). Bracket bar should not move and the bracket is now locked into place. V1.0 2021 Copyright Safewaze... - Page 13 FIGURE 10 - 9013 DUAL BRACKET INSTALLATION Bar assembly of bracket which inserts behind Locking Button (A) webbing at dorsal D-ring Slide Lock (B) SLIDE TO OPEN SLIDE TO OPEN PUSH PUSH Dwg. 1 Curved Portion of 9013 Dwg. 2 V1.0 2021 Copyright Safewaze...
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Page 14: Use
Consult your doctor if there is reason to doubt your fitness to safely absorb the shock from a fall arrest. Age and fitness seriously affect a worker’s ability to withstand falls. Pregnant women or minors must not use Safewaze FBH’s. Failure to heed this warning may result in serious injury or death. 16.1 OPERATION Inspect the FBH, as described in section 3.5, before using the equipment. -
Page 15: Maintenance, Cleaning & Storage
16.2 AFTER A FALL Should the Safewaze Arc Flash Harness be exposed to an Arc Flash event and/or the force of a fall, or shows damage consistent with the effects of a fall, it must be IMMEDIATELY removed from service. Equipment must then be disposed of (see section 18.5). -
Page 16: Inspection
17.1 MAINTENANCE Remove the Safewaze FBH from use if the FBH has been subjected to fall arrest forces or inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition. If unsafe or defective condition is found, dispose of the FBH as recommended in section 18.5. - Page 17 NOTE: In addtion to these steps, inspect all harness webbing and stitching for possible damage or defects. 18.4 PRODUCT LIFE The working life of Safewaze FBH’s are determined by work conditions, care and inspection provided. As long as the FBH passes inspection, it may remain in service.
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Page 18: Labels
Heat / UV Damage PASS FAIL NOTE STITCHING Impact Indicators Shoulder / Chest / Leg / Back Straps NOTES 225 Wilshire Avenue SW, Concord NC 28025 • 800-230-0319 • www.safewaze.com If equipment fails inspection IMMEDIATELY REMOVE FROM SERVICE V1.0 2021 Copyright Safewaze... - Page 19 User Manual 19.0 LABELING FIGURE 15 - LABEL EXAMPLES JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC V1.0 2021 Copyright Safewaze...
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