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FULL BODY HARNESS USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL
This User Instruction Manual applies to the following models:
RTZ1DHV:
Hi-vis, five-point harness with single D-ring & regular mating buckle leg straps
RTZ4500U, RTZ45002X, RTZ4500SM:
Five-point harness with single D-ring & grommeted leg straps
RTZ3DHVXS, RTZ3DHVSMMD, RTZ3DHVLGXL, RTZ3DHV2X3X:
Hi-vis, five-point harness with three D-rings & grommeted leg straps & waist belt
RTZ4507U, RTZ3DGXM, RTZ3DGSMMD, RTZ3DGLGXL, RTZ3DG2X3X
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- Page 1 FULL BODY HARNESS USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL This User Instruction Manual applies to the following models: RTZ1DHV: Hi-vis, five-point harness with single D-ring & regular mating buckle leg straps RTZ4500U, RTZ45002X, RTZ4500SM: Five-point harness with single D-ring & grommeted leg straps RTZ3DHVXS, RTZ3DHVSMMD, RTZ3DHVLGXL, RTZ3DHV2X3X: Hi-vis, five-point harness with three D-rings &...
- Page 2 ■ Do not expose the PPE to UV light to avoid UV degradation ■ The Ritz Safety Full Body Harnesses should be used only with the combinations of components, subsystems or both which may not affect or interfere with the safe function of one another. Be certain that connecting devices are compatible and that other elements of the PFAS are safe to use and compatible before use.
- Page 3 ■ Never use fall protection equipment for purposes other than those for which it was designed. ■ Environmental hazards should be considered when selecting fall protection equipment. ■ Do not expose the equipment to any hazard that it is not designed to withstand. Consult Ritz Safety in case of doubt.
- Page 4 ■ RITZ SAFETY Full Body Harnesses shall be used as part of a personal fall arrest system that limits the maximum free fall distance to 6 ft. (1.8 m). If used with appropriate connecting system, RITZ SAFETY Full Body Harnesses may be used with free falls exceeding 6 ft.
- Page 5 CONNECTION COMPATIBILITY LIMITATIONS All RITZ SAFETY equipment must be coupled to compatible connectors. OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502 prohibits snap hooks from being engaged to certain objects unless two requirements are met: 1.
- Page 6 (18inches or 0.45meter) and the safety factor (3 feet or 0.9 meters) or plus another 24inches (or 0.61m) if use with a D-ring extender. Using an extended free fall (12 foot) RITZ SAFETY Shock Absorbing Lanyard will require a total fall clearance of approximately 20.5 feet (6.25 meters) when anchored at foot level and measured from the anchorage point of lanyard to the nearest obstruction below or 22.5feet (6.76m) if use with a D-ring...
- Page 7 CONNECTION COMPATIBILITY LIMITATIONS ■ The dorsal (back) D-ring affixed to all RITZ SAFETY Full Body Harnesses is to be used as the primary fall arrest attachment for fall arrest or restraint systems. The dorsal D-ring may also be used for rescue applications.
- Page 8 After a fall, sternal attachment results in roughly a sitting or cradled body position with weight concentrated on the thighs, buttocks and lower back. FITTING A RITZ SAFETY FULL BODY HARNESS Correct fit of a Full Body Harness is essential to proper performance. Users must be trained to select the size and maintain the fit of their Full Body Harness.
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Page 9: Inspection Steps
‘UNUSABLE’, and dispose of the product. Never attempt to modify or repair PPE. INSPECTION FREQUENCY Ritz Safety Full Body Harnesses must be inspected prior to each use and annually by a Competent Person other than the user. If 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. -
Page 10: Cleaning, Maintenance And Storage
CLEANING RITZ SAFETY Full Body Harnesses can be wiped down with a mild detergent and missed with a clean cloth to remove detergent. The hardware can also be wiped down with a clean, dry cloth to remove grease or dirt. - Page 11 Labeling All labeling must be legible and attached to the full body harness. Where users can check the label. Inspection Record...
- Page 12 Supplier: _______________ Date Purchased____/___/____ User name: _________ Date First use: ____/___/____ Pass/ Next Inspection Date Comments/actions Signed Fail...
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