lIMItatIon oF Use / ansI/asse Z359.11 reQUIreMents
11. LIMITATION OF USE
Never carry out work with this product if, as
a result of your physical and mental condi-
tion, your safety might be compromised in
scenarios of normal use or in emergencies!
It is not permitted to make any changes or
amendments that are not expressly de-
scribed in this manufacturer's information
manual. Those may only be carried out by
the manufacturer.
It is not permitted to use permanent marker
pens or stickers to add individual labeling/
marking directly to the textile components
of these products, as the chemicals con-
tained in such pens or stickers can com-
promise the strength of these materials.
11.1. TO BE OBSERVED
PRIOR TO USE
Prior to every use, this product must be
subject to a visual inspection in order to
verify its integrity, readiness for use and
proper functioning. Once the product has
been subject to a fall, its use must be dis-
continued immediately. If the slightest doubt
remains, the product must be retired or may
not be used again until a duly compentent
person, having subjected such product to
the required testing and inspections, has
approved its further use in writing. It must
be ensured that the recommendations for
use with other components be met: Further
PPE components must meet the harmonized
standards under the regime of regulation
(EU) 2016/425. By combining pieces of
equipment in a way that will compromise
the safe functioning of one of these pieces
of equipment or of the combination as a
whole, you will be putting yourself in danger!
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Ensure all neighbouring components are
compatible. Ensure all components are
correctly configured.
Failure to do so increases risk of serious
injury or fatality. It is the responsibility of the
user that a relevant and 'live' Risk Assess-
ment is in place for the work to be carried
out which includes emergency contingen-
cies. A plan of rescue measures that covers
all foreseeable emergencies needs to be
in place before this product can be used.
Prior to and during use, rescue measures
that can be executed safely and effectively
must be considered at all times.
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ANSI/ASSE Z359. 1 1
REQUIREMENTS FOR
PROPER USE AND
MAINTENANCE OF
FULLBODY HARNESSES
Note: The following information from the
ANSI/ASSP Z359.11 standard is required
to be included in the instruction manual
for the end user.
The manufacturer of this equipment may
impose more stringent restrictions on the
use of the products they manufacture; see
the manufacturer's instructions.
1. 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/ASSP Z359.2, Minimum Require-
ments for a Comprehensive Managed
Fall Protection Program, establishes
guidelines and requirements for an
employer's managed fall protection
program including policies, duties and