USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DESCRIPTION: PARACHUTE BUCKLE HARNESS
MODEL:
F-96305, UPF-96305, 96305NALK
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MEETS OSHA & ANSI Z359.11-2014
96305, 96307, 96305N, 96305FB, 96305F, 96305WS, PF-96305N,
1-800-850-5914
PHOENI X, AZ US A
MODEL:
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Anchorage: The anchorage to which this product is attached must be
capable of sustaining a static load in the direction applied by the
personal fall arrest system of at least 3600 lbs. with certification of a
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Warning: Manufacturer's instructions supplied with this product at time of shipment must be
followed and provided to the end user. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.
Contact manufacturer if instructions are needed.
• Warnings and instructions must be read and understood before using equipment.
• Equipment must be used by trained personnel only.
• Users must understand all OSHA regulations, ANSI standards, and other relevant
regulations and standards pertaining to fall protection equipment.
qualified person or 5000 lbs. without certification. When more than one
personal fall arrest system is attached to the same structure, the
strength requirements stated above must be multiplied by the number
of personal arrest systems attached to the structure.
Plan your personal fall protection system.
Before installing and using this equipment, consider all factors
affecting your safety during use of this equipment.
WARNING!
This product is part of a personal fall
arrest system. The user must read and
follow the manufacturer’s instructions for
each component of the system. These
instructions must be provided to the user
of this product. The user must read and
understand these instructions before
using this product. Manufacturer’s
instructions must be followed for proper
use and maintenance of this product.
Alteration or misuse of this product, or
failure to follow instructions may result
in serious injury or death
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This product is part of a personal fall arrest system; a fall arrest system is required if there is any
risk that a worker may fall from an elevated position. It is a requirement that the fall arrest system
be used any time a working height of six feet or more is reached. Working height is defined as the
distance from the walking/working surface to a grade or lower level.
This product shall require the user to have a rescue plan and the means at hand to implement it
when using the FBH for fall arrest. The following is recommended as part of fall arrest system.
A. Full Body Harness Material: Nylon
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1. Back 'D' ring is for fall arrest
2. Shoulder 'O' rings. (if present) are for
retrieval use only use locking snaps.
3. Side 'D' rings (if present) are for
positioning only.
4. Front 'D' ring (if present) are for falls
` greater than 24" with a maximum impact
of 900 lbs. Inspection card
5. Hip attachment elements are for work
positioning or travel restraint
6. Park lanyard here
7. Load indicator
Note: See additional instructions on buckle adjustment for proper fit. Maximum free-fall
distance six feet or maximum fall arrest force of 1800 lbs. Avoid lower level contact.
These instructions are good for all 98 Series Alumi-Safe
NOTE
& Custom designs with parachute buckles.
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B. Shock Absorbing Lanyard Material: Nylon
Warning tags located in front and back of shock
C. Anchorage Connector Material: Nylon
Warning tags are located towards hook, D-ring or eye end.
absorber or located towards hook, D-ring or eye end.
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Use energy absorbers or retractable lanyards
• Energy absorber resting force 900 lbs.
Plus 42 inch maximum extension.
• Rig lanyard to allow a maximum free fall distance
of not more than six feet.
• Connectors and anchorage points must be
compatible and able to support 5,000 lbs.
• Do not allow lanyard or harness to contact sharp
or abrasive surfaces, sparks or temperature
above 180º.
• Snap hooks with gate openings larger than
one inch (1") must not be connected to D-rings
on harnesses and belts.
when hazard of free fall can occur.
• Connectors and anchorage points must be compatible and able to
support 5,000 lbs. Always work directly under anchorage to avoid a
swing fall injury.
• Anchorage and tie off points must be at a height
that will not allow a lower level to be struck should
a fall occur. Do not allow product to contact sharp
or abrasive surfaces, sparks or temperatures
above 180º.
• Snap hooks with gate openings larger than
one inch (1”) must not be connected.
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Remove from service if any damage is detected.
• Remove from service if any damage is detected
and destroy.
Quick release buckle harnesses come in different styles, pads on back, no tool belt, etc.,
but proper adjustment and fit is critical. Refer to these instructions for key adjustment points.
1. Hold harness by back
D-ring. Shake harness
to allow all straps to
fall into place.
5. Pull leg straps around
to the outside of leg
and fasten.
2. Slip straps over
shoulders so D-ring
is located at
middle of back.
6. Properly worn harness.
3. Adjust strap for the
correct torso length.
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4. Pull chest strap around
shoulder strap and fasten
at mid chest. Tighten to
keep shoulder straps taut.
7. To remove harness,
reverse procedure.
Note: For more on proper fit, refer to our website. Click on Videos and refer to video #12.
When using lanyards commonly referred to as "100% tie-off”, "Y" type,
ATTACH
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ABSORBER
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D-RING
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ABSORBER
TO ANCHOR
"double" or "twin leg" shock absorbing lanyards. This supplement provides
additional information on the use of these types of lanyards that are used
with a personal fall arrest systems.
ractices that must be followed in order to use a 100% tie-off lanyard
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safely.
1. The shock absorber pack portion of the lanyard assembly MUST be
connected to the back dorsal D-ring ONLY, by way of a double locking
lanyard snap hook (other connectors provided, consult ULTRA-SAFE,
INC.) connect shock absorber directly to the dorsal D-ring.
2. Do not connect shock absorber to the anchorage point at any time.
3. Do not connect the unused leg of the lanyard assembly to any portion
of the full body harness, unless a specifically designed lanyard snap
hook loop retainer is provided for this purpose.
4. When connecting from one anchorage point to the next (traversing a
vertical or horizontal structure) do not connect to an anchorage point
further apart than, the length of the lanyard.
5. When using a 100% tie-off lanyard assembly, do not allow any part of
the lanyard to pass under arms or legs.
WITH HOOK WITHOUT HOOK
ACCEPTABLE DESIGNED RETAINER
6. Connection of both lanyard legs to separate anchorage points is
acceptable, as long as anchorage points are within the length of the
lanyard.
7. The hip attachment elements shall be used as a pair, and shall be used
solely for work positioning. the hip attachment elements shall not be
used for fall arrest. Hip attachments are often used for work
positioning by arborists, utility workers climbing poles and
construction workers tying rebar and climbing on form walls. Users
are cautioned against using the hip attachment elements (or any other
rigid point on the Full Body Harness) to store the unused end of a fall
MAXIMUM ATTACHMENT DISTANCE
arrest lanyard, as this may cause a tripping hazard.
UNINTENTIONAL DISENGAGEMENT
If the connecting element to which a snap hook (shown) or carabiner attaches is undersized or irregular in shape, a situation could occur
where the connecting element applies a force to the gate of the snap hook or carabiner. This force may cause the gate (of either a
self-locking or a non-locking snap hook) to open, allowing the snap hook or carabiner to disengage from the connecting point.
Inappropriate ConnectionsUnintentional Disengagement
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B. C. D.
A. Small ring or other
non-compatability
shaped element.
B. Force is applied to the
snap hook.
C. The gate presses
against the
connecting ring.
D. The gate opens allowing
the snap hook to slip off.
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Harness System Inspection Procedures
General -
1. Check for wear and deterioration.
Before each use, the user must carefully inspect
the harness for signs of wear, deterioration, or
evidence of impact loading. Visually inspect for
loose threads, pulled rivets, burns, cuts,
distortions, abrasions, or any other evidence
of chemical or physical deterioration that
may have weakened the material or assembly.
2. Inspect hardware for malfunctions and cracks.
Check all snap hooks, buckles and D-Rings.
3. Remove from service and replace all worn
or damaged equipment.
If any part does not pass inspection, immediately
remove the harness from service and destroy.
4. Working environment influences
Be aware of your surroundings and potential
danger to you and your equipment.
• Exposure of the equipment to chemicals, heat,
flames or other environmental conditions,
which may produce a harmful effect.
Be sure to consult the manufacturer
in case of doubt.
• Use of harness around moving machinery
or electricity.
• Use of harness near sharp edges
or abrasive surfaces.
• Exposure to light (UV degradation).
5. Annual Inspection
Harness must undergo a written inspection by
competent person once a year.
6. Repairs
Repairs may only be made by Ultra-Safe or
by authortized distributors, who have written
permission from Ultra-Safe to make repairs.
Specific -
1. Stitching and webbing.
Check stitching for broken, burned, cut or pulled
stitches. Broken strands appear as tufts on the
surface. To inspect, hold the webbing with your
hands six to eight inches apart. Bend the webbing
in an inverted U to cause surface tension,
exposing problem areas. Inspect all web areas.
Damage from cuts, abrasion, corrosives, heat or
chemicals should be apparent.
2. Buckle and belt ends.
Inspect the ends of all straps. They are subject to
wear as a result of repeated opening and closing.
Enlargement or distortion of holes may indicate
excessive wear or possible damage through
impact loading. Harnesses with unusually
enlarged or distorted holes should fail inspection.
3. D-Rings.
All D-Rings should be checked for distortion.
D-ring attachment points should be checked for
unusual wear or damaged Fibers. Badly pitted
D-rings indicate chemical corrosion, and the
equipment should fail inspection.
4. Stitching or rivets at hardware attachment
points.
For stitched attachment points, check that
stitching is not broken, burned, cut or pulled.
Check all riveted attachment points for tightness.
Badly pitted rivets indicate chemical corrosion,
and the equipment should fail inspection.
5. Tongue buckles.
All tongue buckles should be checked for
distortion, sharp edges and cracks. The tongue
should move freely and overlap the frame. Rollers
should not be distorted and should roll freely.
6. Friction slide adjusters.
Friction slide adjusters should be checked for
sharp edges, distortion. Make sure that the outer
bars and center bars are straight. Also check
corners and attachment points for wear and
cracks.
7. Easy-connect buckle.
Easy-connect buckle (square rings) should be
checked for distortion, sharp edges and cracks.
For stitched attachment points, check that
stitching is not broken, burned, cut or pulled.
8. Friction style buckle.
Friction style buckles should be checked for sharp
edges, cracks and distortion. Make sure outer
bars and center bar are straight. Also check
corners and attachment points for wear.
9. Leather.
Leather should be soft and supple. Visually check
leather for cracks tears, burns, brittleness or
other signs of damage age or abuse. While the
leather components of the system are not load
bearing, damage to the leather is a sign that the
entire harness MAY NOT be in acceptable
condition. Re-inspect entire system. Leather
should both look and feel good.
1O. Destroy or replace worn or damaged
Harnesses.
If evidence of excessive wear, deterioration or
mechanical malefaction is observed; the harness
should be destroyed. Never work with worn or
damaged equipment. Using damaged or worn
equipment can cause serious injury or death.
11. The inspector is the most important part
of any inspection procedure.
Check all equipment thoroughly and follow all
safety procedures and guidelines. Don't take
any shortcuts.
12. Cleaning Harness
Harnesses are machine washable, light detergent
and in small mesh bag w/draw string. Let air dry,
do not machine dry.
IMPORTANT NOTE: OSHA specifies that all employers covered by the Occupational Safety and Health Act are
responsible for inspection and maintenance of all tools and equipment used by employees, whether owned by the
employees or by the company. All Ultra-Safe equipment should be inspected before each use, and immediately
removed from service if equipment does not pass inspection
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LIMITATIONS:
Always consider the following application limitations before using this equipment:
1. CAPACITY: The Full Body Harness is designed for use by persons with a
combined weight (clothing, tools, etc.) ranging from 130 lbs (59 kg) to 310 lbs (140
kg). Make sure all of the components in your system are rated to a capacity
appropriate to your application.
NOTE: 310 lbs (140 kg) is the maximum capacity allowed by ANSI/ASSE
Z359.11. Ultra-Safe safety harnesses are factory tested to a maximum
capacity of 400 lbs (182 kg).
2. FREE FALL: Personal fall arrest systems used with this equipment must be rigged
to limit the free fall to 6 feet (1.8m). Restraint systems must be rigged so that no
vertical free fall is possible. Work positioning systems must be rigged so that free
fall is limited to 2 feet (.6 m) or less. Personnel riding systems must be rigged so
that no vertical free fall is possible. Climbing systems must be rigged so that free
fall is limited to 18 in. (.46 cm) or less. Rescue systems must be rigged so that no
vertical free fall is possible.
3. FALL CLEARANCE: Figure 3 illustrates the components of a Fall Arrest. There
must be sufficient clearance below the user to arrest a fall before the user strikes
the ground or other obstruction. Clearance is affected by a number of
factors including the following parameters:
• Elevation of Anchorage
• Free Fall Distance
• Worker Height
• Connecting Subsystem Length
• Deceleration Distance
• Attachment Element Movement and Harness Stretch
NOTE: Refer to the instructions included with your Fall Arrest subsystem for
specifics regarding Fall Clearance calculation.
4. SWING FALLS: Swing Falls occur when the anchorage point is not directly
above the point where a fall occurs (see Figure 4). The force of striking an object
in a swing fall may cause serious injury or death. Minimize swing falls by
working as directly below the anchorage point as possible. Do not permit a swing
fall if injury could occur. Swing falls will signifi cantly increase the clearance
required when a Self-Retracting Device or other variable length connecting
subsystem is used.
5. EXTENDED SUSPENSION: A Full Body Harness is not intended for use in
extended suspension applications. If the user is going to be suspended for
an extended length of time it is recommended that some form of seat support
be used. Capital Safety recommends a seat board, suspension work seat, seat
sling, or a boatswain chair. Contact Ultra-Safe for more information on these
items.
6. ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: Use of this equipment in areas with environmental
hazards may require additional precautions to prevent injury to the user or
damage to the equipment. Hazards may include, but are not limited to; heat,
chemicals, corrosive environments, high voltage power lines, gases, moving
machinery, and sharp edges.
7. HARNESSES FOR HIGH TEMPERATURE ENVIRONMENTS: Harnesses with
Kevlar webbing are designed for use in high temperature environments, with
limitations: Kevlar webbing begins to char at 800° to 900° Fahrenheit. Kevlar
webbing can withstand limited contact exposure to temperatures up to 1,000° F.
Standard webbing is limited to 180° F.
WARNING!
When working with tools, materials, or in high temperature
environments, ensure that associated fallprotection equipment
can withstand high temperatures, or provide protection for those
items.
WARNING!
Although PVC coated and zinc plated hardware exhibit excellent
corrosion resistance in chemical, acidic, alkaline, and atmospheric
conditions, frequent inspections may be required. Consult with
Ultra-Safe if you question the use of this equipment in hazardous
environments.
HOW TO MEASURE FOR A FULL BODY HARNESS:
Proper fit is critical for personal safety & working comfort. The chart
below specifies how to measure your body for the correct
fit of fall protection equipment.
Size Waist (Inches) Lbs
XS 24-30 100-130
S 28-34 130-160
M-L 32-40 160-220
XL 38-48 220-250
2XL 46-54 250-280
3XL 54-58 280-310
4XL 58-62 310-350
5XL 62-66 350-400
(Measurements are over clothing)
USA INDUSTRY SYMBOLS
Fall Arrest Positioning Suspension
Fall Prevention Retrieval Ladder Climbing
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A
B
C
FALL CLEARANCE
FALL ARREST COMPONENTS
FALL
CLEARANCE
SAFETY FACTOR TO LOWER LEVEL
A = Lanyard Length B = Lanyard Deceleration Distance or SRL Maximum Arrest Distance
C = Safety Factor - Harness Stretch (Hs) + D-Ring/Connector Length + Settling = 1.5 ft (0.5 m) (add 6” w/ Pillow Flex.
NOTE: When using 965018 D-Ring extender add an additional 18”
THIS IS AN EXTREME EXAMPLE
B
C
C A U T I O N
OF A PEDULUM SWING FALL.
SWING FALL FOR RETRACTABLES
SAFETY FACTOR TO LOWER LEVEL
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE LOG
Serial Number:
Model Number:
Date Purchased:
Date of First Use:
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EXAMPLE
OF TAGS
. BACK 'D' RING IS FOR FALL ARREST
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2. SHOULDER 'D' RINGS. (IF PRESENT) ARE FOR RETRIEVAL USE
Initials
HO56215
SEE RFID TAG
SERIAL NUMBER:
INSPECTION LOG
Date
ONLY USE LOCKING SNAPS.
. SIDE 'D' RINGS (!F PRESENT) ARE FOR POSITIONING ONLY.
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. FRONT 'D' RING (IF PRESENT) ARE FOR FALLS GREATER THAN
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24" WITH A MAXIMUM IMPACT OF 900 LBS. INSPECTION CARD
5. HIP ATTACHMENT ELEMENTS ARE FOR WORK POSITIONING
R TRAVEL RESTRAINT
O
. PARK LANYARD HERE
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. LOAD INDICATOR
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WARNING
Manufacturer's instructions must be read and understood prior to use. Instructions
upplied with this product at time of shipment must be followed. Failure to do so
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could result in serious injury or death. Contact Ultra-Safe if instruction sheet is
needed. Inspect before each use. Do not use if wear or damage is present. This
ody harness is intended to be used to arrest the most severe free falls. Items
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subjected to fall arrest or impact forces must be immediately removed from service
nd destroyed. Connecting snap and d-ring must be compatible in size, shape, and
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strength. This item is not flame or heat resistant. Repairs only to be performed by
ltra-Safe. Equipment modification or misuse voids warranty.
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User Inspection, Maintenance, and Storage of Equipment
Users of personal fall arrest systems shall, at a minimum, comply with all
manufacturer instructions regarding the inspection, maintenance and storage of
the equipment. the user's organization shall retain the manufacturer's instructions
and make them readily available to all users. See ANSI/ASSE Z359.2, Minimum
Requirements for a Comprehensive Managed Fall Protection Program, regarding
user inspection, maintenance and storage of equipment.
1. In addition to the inspection requirements set forth in the manufacturer's
instructions, the equipment shall be inspected by the user before each use and,
additionally, by a competent person, other than the user, at interval of no more
than one year for:
• Absence or illegibility of markings.
• Absence of any elements affecting the equipment form, fit or function.
• Evidence of defects in, or damage to, hardware elements including cracks,
sharp edges, deformation, corrosion, chemical attack, excessive heating,
alteration and excessive wear.
• Evidence of defects in or damage to strap or ropes including fraying,
unsplicing, unlaying, kinking, knotting, roping, broken or pulled stitches,
excessive elongation, chemical attack, excessive soiling, abrasion,
alteration, needed or excessive lubrication, excessive aging
and excessive wear.
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2. Inspection criteria for the equipment shall be set by the user's organization.
Such criteria for the equipment shall equal or exceed the criteria established by
this standard or the manufacturer's instructions, whichever is greater.
3. When inspection reveals defects in, damage to, or inadequate maintenance of
equipment, the equipment shall be permanently removed from service or undergo
adequate corrective maintenance, by the original equipment manufacturer or their
designate, before return to service.
4. Maintenance and storage of equipment shall be conducted by the user's
organization in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Unique issues,
which may arise due to conditions of use, shall be addressed with the
manufacturer.
5. Equipment which is in need of, or scheduled for, maintenance shall be tagged as
unusable and removed from service.
6. Equipment shall be stored in a manner as to preclude damage from
environmental factors such as temperature, light, UV, excessive moisture, oil,
chemicals and their vapors or other degrading elements.
ALSO AVAILABLE IN
5000lbs. M.B.L. Soft Loop Made for Non-Conductive Applications and/or Impalement Reasons
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