Fall
Protection
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Introduction
North fall protection products are designed with the user in
mind. Our goal is to provide high quality easy-to-use
fall protection so that your employees are encouraged to
wear the products we manufacture for their protection.
Everything from easy to read, comprehensive
instructions to products that are continuously tested
during the manufacturing process are made with
safety, comfort and user in mind. Our range of
products covers the complete scope of fall
protection. North is dedicated to increasing
compliance and worker safety in the fall
protection area through quality enhancement or
manufacturing innovation and the overall
promotion of safety in the workplace.
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NORTH
INTERNATIONAL
North Safety Products is the most diversified manufacturer
of safety and (PPE) Personal Protective Equipment in the
world with thirteen complete product lines, manufactured
in ISO 9001 certified plants around the world. North works
closely with its distributors and end users alike through
innovative product design, quality manufacturing, solid
marketing, training and support to our customers. We only
sell through distribution. Our goal is to enhance worker
safety, improve productivity, and create confidence in the
workplace.
NORTH SAFETY
PRODUCTS EUROPE
The headquarters of North Safety Products Europe as well as the
European Distribution Center are located in the Netherlands. On the
industrial area Arnestein I in Middelburg, the Netherlands North has
built complete new premises. The total surface built is 12.500 square
metres. The offices, warehouses and production facilities are all located
in this new building. The warehouse is fitted in four halls of 1000 square
metres each. Besides that 2.500 square metres are dedicated for
production- and assembling activities. Furthermore North has sales
offices in the United Kingdom, Germany, Sweden and France. The
complete addresses can be find on the backpage of this catalogue.
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TECTION
Research and Development
Research and development
using computer aided design
is an ongoing process
integrating our expertise in
engineering, ergonomics and
manufacturing. New models
are developed, manufactured
and tested in our laboratories,
as well as being consumer
tested for fit, style and
comfort.
Manufacturing
Training
Training is an important part for selling and
using fall protection. As a world-class
manufacturer of PPE, North offers therefore a
wide diversity of comprehensive training
programs that can be done in our training
centre in Holland, or on site.
Quality and
Standards Testing
North manufacturers and sells fall protection
products throughout the world. In order to
meet EN in Europe, ANSI in USA, CSA in
Canada and AS in Australia, both in house and
independent testing ensures certified products
meet these standards.
North uses modern, computer controlled machines in the manufacture of its fall
protection products, to meet exacting standards and ensure consistent quality and
performance.
Marketing & sales
Most sales support tools like: catalogues, data sheets, declarations of conformity and much
more you can find on our website www.northsafety.com. Catalogues like the Top Safety
Collection brochure are available indicating the most important products from our 13 product lines, as well as individual catalogues for each product group. We can also offer you the
Top Safety Collection brochure also with your personal front and back page. Three times a
year we publish our North news, with the latest update about products, services and exhibitions. Most important however is our sales team that is on the road every day to meet you
personally, as this is the only way in many cases to solve problems and provide solutions.
Quality and
Standards
Compliance
All fall protection products are checked
at every step of production to ensure
consistent quality. All components must be
produced and assembled to the design
standard ensuring the wearer receives
the fit, style and most importantly the
protection expected. This is paramount to
North.
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GENERAL STANDARDS
AND APPROVALS FOR
The safety industry is in constant flux looking for the best
FALL PROTECTION
possible solutions to safety issues, hazards and product
performance. The goal is simple — to get you home each and
every night after work. Fall protection is no different. North
continues to look for easy-to-use fall protection solutions so that you can use your equipment with
confidence. Product standards and regulations play a big part in guaranteeing that North s product line is up to the challenge. They ensure that our products meet the performance requirements
set by the industry or in legislation. They also help you in the selection of proper equipment.
Standard Description
EN341 Personal protective equipment against falls from a height – descender devices
EN353-1 Personal protective equipment against fall from a height – guided type fall arresters including a rigid anchor line
EN353-2 Personal protective equipment against falls from a height – guided type fall arresters including a flexible anchor line
EN354 Personal protective equipment against falls from a height – lanyards
EN355 Personal protective equipment against falls from a height – energy absorbers
EN358 Personal protective equipment for work positioning and prevention of falls from a height
– Belts for work positioning and restraint and work positioning lanyards
EN360 Personal protective equipment against falls from a height – rectractable type fall arresters
EN361 Personal protective equipment against falls from a height – full body harnesses
EN362 Personal protective equipment against falls from a height – connectors
EN363 Personal protective equipment against falls from a height – fall arrest systems
EN364 Personal protective equipment against falls from a height – test methods
EN365 Personal protective equipment and other equipment for protection against falls from a height
– general requirements for instructions for use, maintenance, periodical examination, repair, marking and packaging
EN517 Prefabricated accessories for roofing-roof safety hooks
EN565 Safety requirements and test method
EN795 Protection against falls from a height – Anchor devices requirements and testing
EN813 Personal protective equipment for prevention of falls from a height – sit harnesses
EN1497 Rescue equipment, rescue harnesses
EN1498 Rescue equipment, rescue loops
EN1868 Personal protective equipment against falls from a height – list of equivalent terms
PRODUCTS
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Certification
The Personal Protective Equipment directive defines minimum requirements. These requirements are technically further
elaborated in European Standards (EN standards). The use of these standards is the most usual way to comply with the
directive, as this achieves a presumption of compliance . As a result one may in principle assume that the product is manufactured in accordance with the directive.
The EN-365 standard states that the manufacturer must stress the importance of
a regular inspection of the reliable operation of the product. Furthermore a regular
maintenance interval must be recommended, depending on the type, frequency of use
and environmental factors, but which must be carried out at least once a year. This must
be
carried out by a competent person in accordance with the procedures drawn up by the
manufacturer.
The EC directive 89/686 lays down requirements with regard to the product safety
of Personal Protective Equipment. This directive is exhaustive, so the member states do
not have to draw up any additional requirements with regard to design and production.
Fall protection is a category III product, as a result of which in addition to the usual
requirements for the design, such as being tested by a European approved lab, CE marking, instructions for use in the language of the country of sale, etc., the production must
also be controlled. North s ISO 9001 quality assurance system takes care of this.
ANATOMY
OF A HARNESS
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1. FALL ARREST ATTACHMENT POINT
D-ring (large or small) or loop between shoulder blades for fall
arrest.
2. D-RING EXTENDER
45 cm D-ring or loop extension attached to the back D-ring of the
harness. Makes access to D-ring for lanyard attachment easier
allowing user to check for 100% snap hook gate closure.
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6. BODY BELT
Integrated body belt. An excellent support for work positioning
and for tool storage.
7. SUB-PELVIC STRAP
Webbing strap located just below the buttocks provides comfort
in positioning applications and help distributes forces in event of
a fall.
3. CHEST STRAP
Webbing which connects the two shoulder straps together.
Connected with a buckle to keep user in harness.
4. LEG CONNECTORS
Available in both pass-through. Allows the user choice in leg closure suited to the application or worker preference.
5. COMFORT PAD
A soft but firm lumbar support providing support to lower back
in work positioning applications.
8. WORK POSITIONING D-RINGS
D-rings located at the hip or just above the hip. Side D-rings
are used for work positioning or restraint applications.
9. UP ARROW INDICATOR
Arrows indicating the fall arrest attachment point of the harness.
Up arrows indicate the proper orientation of the harness,
ensuring quick and easy donning.
10. STERNAL LOOPS
Reinforced web loops for use in rescue, ladder climbing and
descent applications.
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HARNESSES
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Adjustable full body harnesses provide the ultimate in comfort and safety. North s lightweight harnesses
have a proven track record for comfort and durability. Tough nylon webbing and forged hardware means
long-term wear and safety. North designed this lightweight harness complete with a sub-pelvic strap to
help evenly distribute the forces generated in a fall.
MODEL
FP699/1D
A basic economy harness for fall arrest only, with a sliding dorsal D-ring.
Part# Classification D-Rings Leg Connectors
FP699/1D A B fold through
ODEL FP700/1D
M
Ergonomic lightweight basic harness for fall arrest only, with a sliding dorsal
D-ring. The flat bar buckles are easy to use and fail safe.
Part# Classification D-Rings Leg Connectors
FP700/1D A B pass through
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ODEL FPFV81F/1EDBA
Vest style harness. Breathable contoured backpad. Quick release connectors.
Very easy to put on. Provided with an extended D-ring shoulder strap
arrangement for easy dorsal fittings. Durable polyester webbing.
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Type Classification D-Rings Leg connectors
FPFV81F/1EDBA A B, X quick release
MODEL FP701/3D & ED
A lightweight harness for fall arrest, control descent and rescue. With sliding
dorsal D-ring and sternal loops. The flat bar buckles are easy to use and fail
safe.
Part# Classification D-Rings Leg Connectors
FP701/3D A, D, R B, L pass through
This E-model is equipped with an extended D-ring shoulder strap
arrangement for easy dorsal fittings.
Part# Classification D-Rings Leg Connectors
FP701/3ED A, D, R B, L, X pass through
Classification Legend
A=Fall arrest P=Work Positioning D=Descent L=Ladder climbing R=Rescue
D-Ring Legend
F=Front B=Sliding back S=Side or hip E=Shoulder L=Sternal loops or D-rings X=D-Ring extender
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ODEL FP702/3D
M
The general purpose harness. Fall arrest, descent, vertical safety and wire/rail
systems. With sliding dorsal D-ring and 2 sternal D-rings. The flat bar buckles are easy to use and fail safe. The shoulder straps and the height of the chest
strap are adjustable.
Part# Classification D-Rings Leg Connectors
FP702/3D A, D, L, R B, L pass through
FP745/5ED
MODEL
FP709/5D
Lightweight general purpose economy harness with dorsal D ring, sternal
loops and a padded belt with lateral D-rings for workpositioning.
Part# Classification D-Rings Leg Connectors
FP709/5D A, D, R, P B, L, S fold through
MODEL FP745/5D & 5ED
Heavy duty general purpose harness for all the linesman s activities. Fall
arrest, control descent, rescue and work positioning with perfect lumbar support. With dorsal D ring, sternal loops and padded belt with lateral D-rings.
Part# Classification D-Rings Leg Connectors
FP745/5D A, D, R, P B, L, S pass through
The E-model is equipped with an extended D-ring shoulder strap arrangement for easy dorsal fittings.
Part# Classification D-Rings Leg Connectors
FP745/5ED A, D, R, P B, L, S, X pass through
FP414/2D
Work positioning body belt 45 mm nylon, with moulded lumbar support.
Two lateral flat D-rings. Same belt as used in FP745/5D harness.
Classification Legend
A=Fall arrest P=Work Positioning D=Descent L=Ladder climbing R=Rescue
D-Ring Legend
F=Front B=Sliding back S=Side or hip E=Shoulder L=Sternal loops or D-rings X=D-Ring extender
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