2.2.5
Back D with integral shock absorber (Qty 1, if present)
Integral shock absorbers are sewn into the harness with a D-Ring on both ends of the pouch. If the shock
absorber shows any signs of activation DO NOT USE THE HARNESS.
2.2.6
Sternal Attachment (Qty 1,if present)
Also called chest attachments [CSA Class D and L]. Sternal attachments may be used as an alternative fall
arrest attachment in applications where the dorsal attachment is determined to be inappropriate by a compe-
tent person, and where there is no chance to fall in a direction other than feet first. The sternal attachment
element should be used only when the likely fall distance is not greater than 2 ft (0.6 m). The sternal attachment
may also be used for travel restraint, or rescue for controlled descent, lifting and lowering (by hoisting), and for
ladder climbing protection systems.
2.2.7
Waist, Rear Attachment (Qty 1, if present)
The waist, rear attachment shall be used solely for travel restraint. The waist, rear attachment element shall
not be used for fall arrest. Under no circumstances is it acceptable to use the waist, rear attachment for
purposes other than travel restraint. The waist, rear attachment shall only be subjected to minimal loading
through the waist of the user, and shall never be used to support the full weight of the user.
2.2.8
Fall Arrest Attachment Element Extender (Qty. 1, if present)
Also called a D-Ring Extender. For fall arrest. Always attach other elements of a personal fall arrest system the
free D-Ring at the end of the extender. Do not attach anything to the harness back D-Ring.
WARNING!
An attachment element extender is not to be attached directly to an anchorage or anchorage connector for fall
arrest. An energy absorber must be used to limit maximum arrest forces to 1800 pounds (8 kN). The length of
the attachment element extender may affect free fall distances and free fall clearance calculations. failure to
follow this warning can result in personal injury or death.
2.2.9
Lanyard Parking Attachment (Qty 1 or 2, if present)
2.3
Buckles And Adjusters
2.3.1
Tongue Buckle leg straps (Qty 2, if present)
Used for securing thigh straps around the user's thigh. The buckle tongue must pass through a grommet on
the leg strap and the free end must be tucked into the keeper.
Lanyard Parking Attachment
Allows snaphook of lanyard to be stowed when not in use.
MSA Harness
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