Klein Tools Harnesses - Manual (Page 17)

How To Use Klein Harnesses
(continued)
8. To use the suspension function of a harness:
With a Tree-Trimmer’s Saddle – Attach a suspen-
sion connecting device only to the upward-facing
D-rings attached to the web seat. Never attach any-
thing to the suspension D-rings other than the lock-
ing snap hooks of a V-sling (or other suspension
device meeting government and industry regulations
for tree-trimming professionals). Tree-trimmer’s sad-
dle must only be used by tree-trimming profession-
als. Know and follow ANSI Z-133.1 regulations.
Make sure by visual inspection that the snap
hook(s) of the suspension device freely engage
the suspension D-ring(s) and that the keepers
are closed completely after each hook-up.
With a Web Seat – Attach a V-sling suspension
connecting device only to the upward-facing seat-
strap D-rings. Never attach anything to the suspen-
sion D-rings other than the locking snap hooks of a
V-sling (or other suspension device meeting govern-
ment regulations). Thread the V-sling locking snap
hooks through the shoulder clips, and attach them to
the upward-facing seat-strap D-rings. Only attach the
eye of the V-sling to an anchorage connecting device
attached to man-rated hoist or winch. Make sure by
visual inspection that the snap hook(s) of the
suspension device freely engage the suspension
D-ring(s) and that the keepers are closed com-
pletely after each hook-up.
With a Bosun’s Chair – Attach suspension con-
necting device only to the front D-ring. Never attach
anything to the suspension D-ring other than the
locking snap hook of a suspension device. Make
sure by visual inspection that the snap hook(s)
of the suspension device freely engage suspen-
sion D-ring(s) and that the keepers are closed
completely after each hook-up.
9. To use the retrieval function of a harness, attach
the two locking snap hooks of a V-sling only to the
shoulder D-rings. Only attach eye of V-sling to a
retrieval device meeting OSHA standards.
Make sure by visual inspection that both snap
hooks of the retrieval device freely engage the
retrieval D-rings, and that both keepers are
closed completely after each hook-up. Never
attach anything to the retrieval D-rings other than the
locking snap hooks of a retrieval connecting device.
Attaching another object to any D-ring may prevent or
falsely indicate snap hook engagement.
10. Remember, if there is any risk of a worker falling
from an elevated position (generally, six feet or more),
personal fall-arrest protection must also be used.
Shoulder D-rings are for retrieval pur-
poses only, and are NOT to be used for fall arrest.
All system components must meet
government standards for intended job-site use as
determined by a competent person, as defined by
OSHA.
The attachment of another object to
any D-ring may prevent or falsely indicate snap-
hook engagement.
The use of Klein Harnesses without
the proper instructional materials and training
could result in serious injury or death. Klein Tools
will supply additional instruction materials, warn-
ings tags, or will answer questions on any piece of
Klein occupational protective equipment free of
charge. Call the Klein Tools Sales Department,
toll-free at 1-800-553-4676.
In computing the total-fall distance,
add 3-1/2 feet (1m) to the free-fall distance to allow
for deceleration-unit extension.
On all harness straps with friction-
style buckles, the strap end must extend at least
3 inches (76mm) beyond the buckle.
Always check visually to assure that
buckles are fully closed, and that all tabs are
securely in their keepers before use.
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