A thorough pre-use inspection of a full-body harness is critical to ensure its functionality and the safety of the user. This inspection should be performed before each use, and it is important to be methodical and detailed in your approach. Here is a step-by-step procedure for conducting this inspection, emphasizing the crucial areas and potential reasons for rejection:
Step 1: Check the Labeling and Documentation. Before physically inspecting the harness, verify the harness has a legible manufacturer's label. This label should include crucial information like the model number, manufacturer name, manufacture date, and the relevant standards it meets (e.g., ANSI, CSA). Check if the harness has exceeded its expiration date, as indicated by the manufacturer, and verify that the harness is correctly matched to its documentation. A missing, unreadable, or expired label, or lack of relevant documentation are grounds for immediate rejection.
Step 2: Inspect the Webbing. Carefully inspect all the webbing of the harness, which includes shoulder straps, leg straps, and chest straps. Run your hands along the entire length of each strap, feeling for any signs of damage. Look for cuts, frays, tears, abrasions, chemical damage, heat damage, UV degradation (fading or brittleness), burns, or excessive wear. Pay special attention to the areas around the attachment points and adjustment hardware. Any of these forms of damage compromises the integrity of the webbing and would mean that t....
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