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1.0 INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a Safewaze Full Body Harness (FBH). This manual must be read and understood in its
entirety, and used as part of an employee training program as required by OSHA or any applicable state agency. This
manual and any other instructional material must be available to the user of the equipment. The user must understand
how to safely and effectively use their full body harness, and all fall protection equipment used in conjunction with the full
body harness.
2.0 APPLICATION
The Safewaze Full Body Harness (FBH) is the bodywear component of a Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS). Safewaze
Full Body Harnesses are offered in a variety of configurations to ensure that the user can work safely and comfortably
in any work environment. These instructions will cover the proper donning and use of the FBH, as well as the proper
connection of components and devices to the various connection points on the harness. 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.
3.0 APPLICABLE SAFETY STANDARDS
When used according to instructions, harnesses included in this manual meet ANSI Z359.11-2021 and OSHA
regulations for fall protection. Applicable standards and regulations depend on the type of work being done, and may
include state-specific regulations. Refer to local, state, and federal (OSHA) requirements for additional information
concerning the governing of occupational safety regarding Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS).
4.0 WORKER CLASSIFICATIONS
Understand the definitions of those who work in proximity of or may be
exposed to fall hazards.
Qualified Person:
"Qualified Person" means one who, by possession of a recognized degree, certificate, or
professional standing, or who by extensive knowledge, training, and experience, has successfully demonstrated his
ability to solve or resolve problems relating to the subject matter, the work, or the project.
Competent Person:
"Competent Person" means one who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards
in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has
authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them.
Authorized Person:
"Authorized Person" means a person approved or assigned by the employer to perform a specific
type of duty or duties or to be at a specific location or locations at the job site.
It is the responsibility of a Qualified or Competent person to supervise the job site and ensure safety
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).
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A competent person shall train users on this equipment in accordance with OSHA and ANSI.
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Never exceed a free fall distance of 6 ft. A free fall of more than 6 ft could cause excessive arrest forces that
could result in serious injury or death.
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Safewaze harnesses have a maximum capacity of:
ANSI 310 lbs (140.6 kg) including tools, clothing, etc..., OSHA up to 420 lbs. (190.51 kg) including tools,
clothing, etc...
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Anchorages for attachment of Safewaze full body harnesses shall support a minimum of 5,000 lbs or be
designed with a safety factor of two by a Qualified Person.
regulations are complied with.
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