NORTH FallPro User Manual

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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HARNESS SELECTION GUIDE

There are many harness types to choose from in the North
offering. To simplify selection, we have grouped our most popular

an application guide to ensure you optimise your selection. Check
on appropriate page for additional information and selection.

offering in a guide based on the harness applications. Included is

Type Webbing material Back Side D-ring Front Leg connectors Belt Applications

D-ring D-rings extender D-rings

Fall arrest

FP699/1D Nylon ✔ X X X Fold through X General purpose
FP700/1D Nylon ✔ X X X Pass through X General purpose, warehouse

picking, construction

FPFV81F-1EDBA

Fall arrest, descent, rescue

FP701/3D Nylon ✔ XX ✔ (soft loops) Pass through X Multi purpose, confined space
FP701/3ED Nylon ✔ X ✔✔ (soft loops) Pass through X Multi purpose, confined space

Fall arrest, descent, ladder climbing

FP702/3D Nylon ✔ XX ✔ Pass through X Multi purpose, confined space,

Fall arrest, descent, rescue, work positioning

FP709/5D Nylon ✔✔ X ✔ (soft loops) Fold through ✔
FP745/5D Nylon ✔✔ X ✔ Pass through ✔ Scaffolding
FP745/5ED Nylon ✔✔ ✔ ✔ Pass through ✔ Towerwork
X=No ✔=Yes

Polyester ✔ X X X Quick release X General purpose, inspection,

maintenance

ladder climbing,
good fit for female anatomy

Multi purpose, general contracting

STARTKIT ECONOMY

CONTENTS:

¥ Harness FP700/1D
¥ FP0305PE retractable

lifeline

¥ FP99 stainless steel

grip

Kit packed in a blue
plastic carrying case.

KIT

CONTENTS:

¥ Harness FP700/1D
¥ FP551 automatic rope

grab

¥ 20 metres braided

polyamide rope

Kit packed in a
sportsbag.

BASIC KIT CUSTOM MADE FALL PROTECTION KITS

CONTENTS:

¥ Harness FP702/3D
¥ FP551 automatic rope

grab

¥ 20 metres braided

polyamide rope

¥ 2 metres lanyard with

shock absorber,
karabiner and
aluminium

scaffold hook
Kit packed in a
sportsbag.

CONTENTS:

¥ Harness FP702/3D
¥ 15 metres retractable

lifeline, 5 mm
galvanized steel cable

¥ One pair of North

Worknit HD gloves

¥ Edge spectacles

Kit packed in a blue plastic
carrying case.

USTOM MADE KITS AVAILABLE TO YOUR SPECIFICATIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NORTH SALES REPRESENTATIVE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

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LANYARDS AND

ROPE

GRABS

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WORK POSITIONING LANYARDS

< FP 211 C1

1 metre with standard karabiner FP81 and
snaphook FP3500.

FP 211 CA >

1 metre with standard karabiner FP81 and
FP90/3 aluminium scaffold hook.

< FP 0541

FP0541 Adjustable positioning lanyard with standard karabiner FP81 and snaphook
FP3500. Length 2,5 metres.

ROPE LANYARD

< FP 243 C1

2 metres with shock absorber with standard
karabiner FP81 and snaphook FP3500.

Y-LANYARD >

Identical version as the FP243CA, only with double
rope to enable the user to be always secured.

< FP 243 CA

2 metres with shock absorber with standard karabiner
FP81 and aluminium scaffold hook FP90/3.

< DECELERATOR FPFV2882J/6

North s decelerator is a lightweight energy absorbing lanyard designed to reduce the impact
load experienced during a fall. The decelerator is built with safety and quality in mind with
features that can help you work more efficiently and cost effectively. Nylon decelerator ener­gy absorbing lanyard with double locking snap hook.

2 METRES WITH SHOCK ABSORBER

ROPE GRABS

< FP551

Automatic rope grab for 14 mm rope with
standard karabiner FP81.

FP3571A >

Manual Rope grab for 14 mm rope with 0.7
metres lanyard and standard karabiner FP81.

SAFETY ROPES

14 mm braided polyamide with loop and FP81 karabiner. Standard lengths of 10, 20, 30 or
40 metres. For use with rope grabs FP551 and FP3571A.

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CONNECTORS,

KARABINERS, HOOKS

AND ACCESSORIES

FP81 FP3500

FP90/3 FP99 FP93M FP95M

FP06 FP242/2 FP03/3

FP88

SCAFFOLD HOOK

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TAG LINE FP08FT STAINLESS STEEL PULLEY

BAGS & BOXESTRIPOD BAG

The most overlooked piece of equipment is often at the end of the lanyard or other piece of fall protection
equipment. Connectors or connecting links do a wide assortment of jobs because they are available in a
wide variety of shapes and sizes. All provide safe and secure closure and are designed for easy operation
even when you have gloves on. All items listed are rated for 22kN unless otherwise specified.

SAFETY HOOKS

Type Construction Gate opening Lock type

FP 81 Steel wire 17 mm screwgate
FP3500 Die-cut steel 20 mm double action
FP88 Steel wire 25 mm triple lock
Block hook Steel wire 60 mm triple lock
FP90/3 Forged aluminium 60 mm double action

STAINLESS

Type Diameter

FP99/75 75 mm
FP99/100 100 mm
FP99/140 140 mm

STEEL GRIPS

FIRST MAN UP ACCESSORIES

A great alternative to provide overhead anchorage is to take the equipment up to the anchor. It s simple when you use a shepherd s hook
attached to an extension pole. The hook is lifted to the anchor with the pole and secured. A rope grab and lifeline or a light weight fall
arrest block provide the connection to the full body harness.

Type Construction Length Use with

FP08FT/16 Fiberglass telescopic pole 5 metres long FP93M, FP95M

Type Construction Gate opening

FP93M Aluminium shepherd anchorage hook 95 mm
FP95M Aluminium shepherd anchorage hook 190 mm

LIDING BEAM ANCHOR

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FP06

Gliding beam anchor that mounts anywhere on a suitable metal beam
Can be dismantled in seconds and moved to a new location or job site
Stainless steel construction with easy-to-use D-ring connector
Fits widths of 100 mm to 300 mm

TAG LINE

50 metres of 3 mm braided rope on a reel with a small loaded bag.
To transfer a safety line for example over the top of the roof.

LEXIBLE ANCHORAGE CONNECTORS

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FP242/2 Spectra sling

Spectra web loop sling- Tiny ‘n Tough (T’nT) sling is made of
revolutionary Spectra webbing making it lightweight, small size with
exceptional strength
18 mm web can be used without additional protective materials in
concrete forming. 0.6 metres in length

FP03/3 Pass through anchor sling

Heavy duty nylon 50 mm web with a small D-ring which passes
through the large
D-ring to form loop around an anchor. 1 metres in length

STAINLESS STEEL PULLEY

Stainless pulley for maximum 16 mm rope.

AGS AND BOXES

B

For the storage and presentation of the fall protection products we have a range of bags & boxes.

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TRIPODS

& DAVIT SYSTEM

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FP6600 TRIPODS

The North FP6600 tripod is engineered with the user in mind. The aluminium legs are
made of square tubing for added lightness and required strength. The cast alloy head has
an integrated pulley wheel allowing a cable from a device to pass through the center of the
head. This eliminates costly pulleys and allows one of the 2 eyebolts in the head to be used
as a tie-off point for the topside worker. Another advantage of the FP6600 tripod is that
retractable devices are located on the outside of the working area. This allows a narrower
profile and that means the tripod can fit into tighter spaces. North s aluminium
construction sacrifies nothing to the safety and security of its users. All are rated for one
person at 150 kgs.

Type Stored Extended Weight Capacity Capacity

Length length personnel material

FFP6600/7 1.4 metres 2.1 metres 13kgs 150kgs 250kgs
FP6600/10 1.8 metres 3 metres 15kgs 150kgs 250kgs

AVIT SYSTEM

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The Davit systems are an ideal anchorage connector for areas where temporary anchor­ages are required. They assemble and disassemble with the ability to transport from site
to site quickly. The Davit system is built tough to provide a safe secure anchorage for con­fined space entry, exit, rescue and/or suspension work.

FEATURES/BENEFITS

¥ Components are made of strong aluminium alloy (except for the bases)
¥ Rated for one person up to 150 kgs
¥ Boom reach up to 122 cm

APPLICATIONS

¥ Confined space retrieval
¥ Municipality works departments
¥ Automotive plants
¥ Water treatment plants
¥ Food processing
¥ Chemical manufacturing

Type Description Weight Capacity personnel Capacity material

FP6670/24 Davit mast 16kgs 150kgs 250kgs
FP6680/24 Davit boom 5kgs 150kgs 250kgs
FP6663/00 Portable davit base 30kgs 150kgs 250kgs
FP6660/00 Steel floor base
FP6662/00 Steel wall base
FP6660/01 Davit concrete sleeve base core
FP6660/02 Davit concrete sleeve with flange
FP6669/00 Davit base cap
FP6669/01 Davit base flush mount tube cap

CCESSORIES FOR TRIPODS

A

Type Brackets

FP6610/15 Mounting bracket for FP2/415xR fall arrest block with rescue winch or FP2/715xR

permanent winch

FP6610/33 Mounting bracket for FP3/433xR fall arrest block with rescue winch or FP2/733xR

permanent winch

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SELF-

RETRACTING

IFELINES

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Self retracting lifelines are one of the most versatile products for fall arrest situations. Whether made
with webbing, like the retractable web lanyard or synthetic rope the lanyard retracts into the housing to
keep it out of the way. They improve comfort, reduce weight and increase user mobility at or on the way
to the job site. They are available in a variety of models and lengths to suit every job-site application.

AUTOMATIC WEBBING LIFE LINE FP0305PE

This small handy block is the first in the range of fall arrest blocks. Because it brakes

hard an external webbing energy absorber is fitted. The webbing length is 2 metres and

this device is supplied with two standard karabiners FP81.

DURALITE RANGE

Until now fall arrest blocks were either relatively heavy and serv­iceable, or light weight and disposable. The North s Duralite range
combines the best of both. A composite housing and Dyneema
web lanyard result in a low weight. The high tensile, non-corrosive
metal parts result in a fully serviceable unit with a long lifetime.
North s Duralite range has a built-in shock absorber. The
dyneema webbing is cut resistant. The Duralite range can be used
for various applications like ladder climbing, industrial mainte­nance, warehousing, etc

DURALITE III

DURALITE II

FEATURES / BENEFITS

¥ 3,6 metres working length for the Duralite III
¥ 6 metres working length for the Duralite II
¥ cut resistant
¥ light weight

SWIVEL

¥ prevents webbing from twisting
¥ auto inline positioning

WEIGHT

1100 gram for the Duralite III
2525 gram for the Duralite II

STANDARDS

EN 360 / CSA Z259.2.2 98 / ANSI Z359.1-92

MATERIALS

¥ Housing - Glass filled Nylon
¥ Bolts - Stainless steel
¥ Lanyard - Polyester + Dyneema
¥ Hook - Aluminium + Stainless steel
¥ Hook - Zinc plated steel
¥ Internal parts - Stainless steel +

Aluminium + glass filled Nylon

TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE

¥ Maximum arrest-force: 4 KN

(for 0 cm free fall)

¥ Maximum arrest-force: 6 KN

(for 60 cm free fall)

¥ Maximum working load: 150 Kg

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SELF-RETRACTING LIFELINES

FP1/305

FP3/333 FP3/343FP2/315

QUALITY PRODUCTS

North s self retracting lifelines (SRL) continue to provide versatile
performance for fall arrest. Robust design, a variety of lifeline
lengths and corrosion resistant alloy housing means your SRL
investment will go a long way. Units can be equipped with stain­less steel or galvanized steel cable. Note: stainless steel cable is
ideal for the food industry and environments involving chemicals.
All are equipped with a load indicator that triggers to show the
unit has been subjected to a severe force.

Small housing Length Weight

FP1/305W 25 mm nylon webbing with swivel snap hook 5 metres 3.7kgs
FP1/305G 5 mm galvanized cable with swivel snap hook 5 metres 4.2kgs
FP1/305S 5 mm stainless cable with swivel snap hook 5 metres 4.3kgs

Regular housing

FP2/310G 5 mm galvanized cable with swivel snap hook 10 metres 7.2kgs
FP2/310S 5 mm stainless cable with swivel snap hook 10 metres 7.3kgs
FP2/315G 5 mm galvanized cable with swivel snap hook 15 metres 7.7kgs
FP2/315S 5 mm stainless cable with swivel snap hook 15 metres 8.2kgs

Large housing

FP3/320G 5 mm galvanized cable with swivel snap hook 20 metres 13.2kgs
FP3/320S 5 mm stainless cable with swivel snap hook 20 metres 13.4kgs
FP3/325G 5 mm galvanized cable with swivel snap hook 25 metres 13.7kgs
FP3/325S 5 mm stainless cable with swivel snap hook 25 metres 14.0kgs
FP3/333G 5 mm galvanized cable with swivel snap hook 33 metres 14.5kgs
FP3/333S 5 mm stainless cable with swivel snap hook 33 metres 15.0kgs

Large housing with tandem spring:

FP3/343G 5 mm galvanized cable with swivel snap hook 43 metres 19.0kgs
FP3/343S 5 mm stainless cable with swivel snap hook 43 metres 20.1kgs

The range that North produces is of a modular design. The blocks
are available in 3 (maximum) cable lengths: 5 metres, 15 metres,
33 metres (43 metres in special design). The materials used are
characterised by a high corrosion resistance, a high strength and a
relatively low weight. The blocks are constructed in a way that
they can be disassembled and hence maintained. These features
all ensure a wide usability and a long lifetime.

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SELF RETRACTING LIFELINES WITH RESCUE WINCH

3-WAY SELF RETRACTING LIFELINES

The integrated retrieval winch can raise or lower a person in an emergency
situation. With a simple flick of the wrist, this 3-way SRL can be switched
from fall arrest mode to retrieval mode to speed rescue of an injured worker.

Note: maximum working load of SRL s is 150 kg with clothing and tools
inclusive.

NORTH ADVANTAGES

1. Easy to activate retrieval mode-one step activates winch process
to save precious time

2. 4,5:1 gear ratio-manageable 8 metres per minute retrieval speed

Regular housing Description Length Weight

FP2/415GR
FP2/415SR

Large housing

FP3/425GR

FP2/415R FP3/433R

FP3/425SR
FP3/433GR
FP3/433SR

5 mm galvanized cable with swivel snap hook
5 mm stainless cable with swivel snap hook

5 mm galvanized cable with swivel snap hook
5 mm stainless cable with swivel snap hook
5 mm galvanized cable with swivel snap hook
5 mm stainless cable with swivel snap hook

15 metres 9.5kgs
15 metres 10.0kgs

25 metres 16.3kgs
25 metres 16.5kgs
33 metres 17.0kgs
33 metres 17.0kgs

PERMANENT WINCHES

FP2/715R

FP3/733R

FP4/700R

The same robust durability and strength of
North s SRL s with rescue winch is found
in the Personnel Winch. It can handle a
variety of tasks including confined space
entry/egress, rescue work and material
handling.

Type Description Length Weight

FP2/715GR
FP2/715SR 5 mm stainless cable with swivel snap hook 15 metres 9.5kgs
FP3/733GR
FP3/733SR 5 mm stainless cable with swivel snap hook 33 metres 17.0kgs

Type Description Length Weight

FP4/700R continuous rope winch with bracket up to 200 metres 6.4kgs

5 mm galvanized cable with swivel snap hook

5 mm galvanized cable with swivel snap hook

9 mm kernmantle rope with karabiners

15 metres 9.5kgs

33 metres 17.0kgs

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CONTROLLED

DESCENT

AND

SYSTEMS

ROPE

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An emergency descent for evacuation or rescue purposes requires a device you can depend on. You rely
on it to work smoothly, safety and without the need of specialized skills to get you to a safe place out of
harm s way. North has two option s to choose from providing a safe, controlled descent speed for use of
single or multiple descents. All operate at approximately 2 metres per second and are suitable for use
over land and water. All are certified for use as automatic descenders.

UTOMATIC EVACUATION ROPE DESCENDER

A

¥ Continuous rope system

provides multiple person
evacuation capability.

¥ One connector travels up

to the next user while the
current user descends.

¥ Can be stored on site —

attached to an anchorage
in standby or ready to use
format.

¥ Must be used with a descent

equipped full body harness.
¥ 9 mm static kernmantle
rope

with karabiners.

FP4/5100W FP4/5100DD

Type Description

FP4/5100W Automatic rope descender with single descent break
FP4/5100DD Automatic rope descender with double descent break, for multiple person evacuation
FP4/5100DR Automatic rope descender with descent break and rescue winch
FP4/5100DDH Automatic rope descender with double descent break and hand break

FP4/5100DR

FP4/5100DDH

RETRACTABLE AUTOMATIC DESCENDER

¥ Self-retracting lifeline with descent brake for use in case

rescue is not possible (after an arrested fall). Also to be used
for single person evacuation. This type of descender has a
SRL type back-up brake.

¥ Can be stored on site — attached to anchorage in standby

ready to use format.

¥ Must be used with a descent equipped full body harness.

FP2/515D

Type Description Length

FP2/515GD 5 mm galvanized cable 15 metres
FP2/515SD 5 mm stainless cable 15 metres
FP3/533GD 5 mm galvanized cable 33 metres
FP3/533SD 5 mm stainless cable 33 metres

FP3/533D

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An unique multi-purpose rope system that provides functions including rescue and self-rescue, ascend­ing and descending and positioning at height. Its simple operation allows one person to control the rate
of ascent or descent with the Ascender Handle. For positioning, the unit can be locked-off with the
Ascender Handle providing a brake on the line. Reliable, simple and a 3:1 hauling ratio provide a system
with

ORK POSITIONING ROPE SYSTEM

W

Type Lifeline Type Length

FP5/6400K Work positioning system with karabiner, ascender handle up to 50 metres high
FP5/6400B
FP8020 Bosun’s chair

Work positioning system with spreader bar for bosun’s chair, ascender handle

up to 50 metres high

FP8020

THE NORTH ADVANTAGES

¥ Can be activated by one person for

positioning work

¥ Ideal for work where soft bases are a

problem like grain elevators, over
water or in aggregate silos

¥ Can be used with a harness, seat or

stretcher

¥ Excellent for work where movement up

and down a structure is required like
ship building, window washing, aerial
lifts and cable car rescue

¥ Works well for confined space

applications and bridge inspection

LOAD ARRESTOR

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FP5/6400B

Type Description

LA1 loads up to 500kgs

maximum cable length of 9 metres

6.5 mm galvanized cable

EGULATIONS

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FALL ARREST

A fall arrest system is required when there is a risk of a worker falling from
an elevated position above the regulated height at which fall protection is
required. A personal fall arrest system is a passive system which comes into
service only when a fall occurs. After arresting a fall, equipment must be
removed from service and inspected by a competent person. Any compo­nent which does not pass inspection must be replaced.

HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

Before selecting fall protection system
components, an assessment of the
workplace hazards and conditions
should be made. This will help to
determine what options should be
selected to guard against any
secondary hazards which may be
present in the workplace.

These include but are not limited to:
Electrical shocks, excess heat or hot
objects, combustible liquids and
gases, sparks, flames, operating

machinery, chemicals-alkaline an
acidic, corrosive atmosphere, excess cold and ice, abrasive surfaces and
sharp edges, high winds, unstable surfaces or moving materials, liquids
and other submersible substances, potential for extended rescue or
retrieval time.

An assessment of these factors will enable you to choose the right options
for your fall protection equipment. Some of these factors may be controlled
through proper lockout- tag out procedures. Also, an analysis of the
workplace geometry and the falling window will enable you to select the
appropriate equipment. This analysis will determine the proximity of the
anchorage to the work location, size of the work location, access
requirements, maximum free fall distance, possible pendulum or swing fall
and obstructions in the falling window. When the analysis is completed, it
is possible to determine the type of fall protection system required and
which style of subsystem components are the most practical and safest to
use.

FALL PREVENTION SYSTEMS

A fall prevention system will prevent a person from falling at heights.
It will restrict the worker s movements in order to prevent reaching a
location where a fall may occur or it will stabilize and support a worker at
an elevated work location and allow free use of both hands.

WORK POSITIONING

A work positioning system is required if a worker must be held in place
while his hands are free to work. A positioning system is an active system
and is in use whenever the worker leans back into it. It is not a replacement
for a fall arrest system. If there is a risk of falling from above the fall
protection regulated height, a complementary fall arrest system must
be used.

PERSONAL SUSPENSION, LOWER/RAISE

A personal suspension and/or lower/raise system is required when it is
necessary to lower, raise or suspend and hold a worker from above. A
suspension system is an active system used under tension. An independent
fall protection system must always be used along with a suspension system.

PERSONAL RETRIEVAL

A personal retrieval system is required where a person may need to be
rescued from a work environment. A retrieval system is a passive system
which only becomes active when the worker needs to be removed from a
work location. If fall arrest protection is also required during the work, a
separate or built-in fall arrest system must also be used.

PERSONAL FALL PROTECTION SYSTEMS

Consist of a minimum of five basic components:

- Body support or body holding device

- Connecting link

- Anchorage connector

- Anchorage

- Rescue system

ODY SUPPORT OR BODY HOLDING DEVICE

1.B

1.1 DEFINITION:

A body support typically comes in two forms: the full body harness and the
waist belt. The full body harness is the only acceptable form of body sup­port available for fall arrest.

1.2 FULL BODY HARNESS

The full body harness is designed to distribute the arrest forces of a fall
mainly to the sub pelvic area. The design of a full body harness is such that,
when properly attached and adjusted, the worker remains upright after a
fall, even if unconscious, until a rescue can be made.

1.3 BODY BELT

A body belt with a single D ring is commonly used for travel restriction
while a belt with two lateral D s is used for work positioning. Fall arrest
systems must never be connected to a belt.

2. CONNECTING LINK

2.1 DEFINITION:

A connecting link is an assembly of components, including the necessary
connectors, comprised of all components or subsystems or both, between
the anchorage or anchorage connector and the attachments on the body
support. Some of the more common connecting links are fixed length and
adjustable lanyards with and without shock absorbers, retractable devices,
vertical lifelines and rope grabs, rails with sliders, horizontal lifelines and
work positioning assemblies. These may be used individually or in
combination.

3 ANCHORAGE CONNECTORS

3.1 DEFINITION:

An anchorage connector is a component intended to couple the fall
protection and/or retrieval subsystem to an anchorage point. This can
either be a permanent device such as an approved or rated eye bolt or a
temporary/movable device such as a hook, sling, tripod etc. All anchorage
connectors must be able to withstand a minimum of 22kN for each
attached worker for fall arrest unless it is part of an engineered certified
system or at least 2x the maximum load for non fall arrest uses. The
anchorage
connector must be compatible with the
type of anchorage available and the
operational requirements of the sys­tem used.

4. ANCHORAGE

4.1 DEFINITION:

An anchorage is a fixed structural
member or ground to which a fall
arrest and/or retrieval system is
attached. The anchorage for vertical
systems must be able to withstand a
minimum impact force of 22 kN per
attached worker or at least 2x the
maximum arrest force (MAF) for fall
arrest or 2x the maximum load for
other anchor uses. Anchorages for
horizontal lifelines must withstand forces much in excess of 22kN
depending on type, length, number of attached workers, etc.

ESCUE SYSTEM

5.R

In every situation where fall arrest systems are used, an appropriate rescue
plan must exist in order that a worker can be retrieved in the event of a fall.

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