Fusion TCH-603-STEEL Instruction Manual

Full Body Harness Instruction Manual
TCH-603-STEEL

Introduction

Thank you for Purchasing Fusionclimb. This manual will explain
how to use your equipment correctly. This manual must be read
and understood in its entirety.
This and any other included instructions must be made available to
the user of equipment. The user must understand how to safely
and e ectively use Fusionclimb Safety Products and all
Fusionclimb fall safety equipment used in combination with the
Full Body Harness.

Safety Information

Please read, understand and follow all safety information
contained in these instructions, prior to use of this Fusionclimb
Safety Product. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH.
These instructions must be provided to the user of the equipment.
Retain these instructions for future reference.
Alterations or misuse of this product, or failure to follow
instructions, may result in serious injury or death. This product is
used as part of a complete fall protection system. All users must be
fully trained in the safe installation and operation of their complete
fall protection system. It is the responsibility of the worker and the
purchaser of this equipment to assure that users of this equipment
are properly trained in its use, maintenance, and storage. Proper
training must be repeated at regular intervals, by a competent
person or establishment.
Consult with a doctor if there is reason to doubt your tness to
safely absorb the shock of a fall event. ANSI limits the weight of fall
protection equipment users to a maximum of 310 lbs. (140kg), CSA
limits the weight of fall protection equipment users to a maximum
of 350 lbs. (160 kg). Products in this manual may have a rated
capacity exceeding ANSI and CSA capacity limits. Heavy users
experience more risk of severe injury or death due to falls because
of increased fall arrest forces placed on the user's body. Also, the
onset of suspension trauma after a fall even may be accelerated for
heavy users.
NOTE: For more information consult the ANSI
Z359/CSA Z259 body of standards.
Failure to understand and comply with safety regulations may result in serious injury or death. Regulations
included herein are not all-inclusive, are for reference only, and are not intended to replace a Competent
Person's judgment or knowledge of federal or state standards.
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WARNING!
1.1 Fall Protection harnesses are made to withstand the impact forces of a fall only once. REMOVE FROM
SERVICE immediately if any equipment subjected to fall arrest forces. Remove from service even if there is
no visible damage to the harness.
1.2 Do not make any alteration, modi cations or repairs to the harness, unless authorized by Fusionclimb.
Unauthorized modi cations or repairs may result in injury or death.
1.3 Do not intentionally misuse equipment, misuse or abuse of equipment will automatically void the
manufacturers warranty.
1.4 Immediately remove harness from service if any equipment fails inspection, and clearly tag product "DO
NOT USE". Destroy or repair the product as required by these instructions.
1.5 Consult with a Fusionclimb consultant when using equipment combinations with components or
subsystems other than those described in this manual. Only use compatible devices with this harness.
1.6 Avoid sharp and/or abrasive surfaces and edges.
1.7 Avoid hazards including, but not limited to: chemical exposure, moving machinery, thermal, electrical
and/or chemical hazards as contact may cause serious injury or death. If harness is subjected to these
environments, the harness must be removed and destroyed from service immediately.
1.8 Inspect product BEFORE EACH USE and after any fall event by a competent person.
1.9 Do NOT twist, tie, knot or allow slack in the lifeline.
1.10 Do NOT exceed the number of allowable users speci ed in these instructions.
1.11 Ensure harness is appropriately sized, adjusted, donned and worn as described in these instructions.
1.12 The user of this harness should maintain a documented rescue/Fall Protection plan on le and available
for review by all users.
1.13 Do NOT work under suspended loads.
1.14 Avoid exposure to light due to UV degradation.
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Description

Full Body Harnesses (FBH) comprises the Body Wear component of your Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS).
This manual will discuss the various connection points with their speci c application. Fusionclimb's Full
Body Harnesses are available in a wide variety of con gurations to address the speci c needs in most
workplaces. This is shown by type and location of the D-ring/s on the FBH. Figure 1 illustrated the
Applications available to harnesses covered by these instructions.
Full Body Harnesses (FBH) comprises the Body Wear component of your Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS).
This manual will discuss the various connection points with their speci c application. Madaco Safety
Product's Full Body Harnesses are available in a wide variety of con gurations to address the speci c needs
in most workplaces. This is shown by type and location of the D-ring/s on the FBH. Figure 1 illustrated the
applications available to harnesses covered by these instructions.
In 2007, ANSI revised and published the Z359.1 standard for fall protection in general industry and
suggested that the gate strength on all connectors be increased to 3,600 lbs. Fusionclimb currently o ers
both the "old" and "new" style connectors to accommodate all users. There are several important issues for
users and employers to consider with regard to how these standards have an e ect on
the jobsite:
1. The ANSI Z359 standards apply to general industry. ANSI also publishes standards for the Construction
and Demolition industry under the A10.32 designation – A10 does not presently require 3,600 lb. gates on
connectors.
2. Title 29 CFR 1910.66 App. C and 1926 Subpart M also do not require 3,600 lb. gates on connectors.
3. ANSI Z359 and A10 do not bear the force of law in most states – Some states do, however, incorporate
these standards by reference within their own standards language. It is the responsibility of the employer
to know which standards may be enforced in their work location(s).
4. Many government jobsites are required to use products meeting the ANSI Z359 standards, particularly
those that are managed by the Army Corps of Engineers. Be aware of the requirements on your jobsite if
you are a government contractor or sub-contractor.
5. Regardless of the standard, all fall arrest products that are made to comply with any of these standards is
safe when used properly – there is no substitute for doing the right thing regardless of which product or
products you select.
29 CFR 1926 (Subpart M)
1926.500: Scope, Application and De nitions
1926.501: Duty to Have Fall Protection
1926.502: Fall Protection Systems Criteria & Practices
1926.503: Training Requirements
ANSI standards are voluntary consensus standards, and are generally regarded among the best practices
within the fall protection community. Some states have incorporated one or more of the ANSI standards by
reference, meaning that they may be enforced by some state or local agencies. Check with your State
Department of Labor for further details. ANSI standards are available for purchase through the e-standards
store at www.ansi.org.
Title 29 CFR, section 1926.500 – 503 requires that an employer have a written fall protection plan where fall
hazards exist. The best way to address a fall hazard is to eliminate it entirely or to employ a passive system
to restrict access to the hazard (i.e. guardrails, netting, covers, etc.) Fall arrest products are the last line of
defense in the hierarchy of fall protection, and should be used as a last resort by employees who have been
properly trained.
WARNING!
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