WARNINGS
1. If working in restraint your system should be set up to prevent a fall from occurring.
2. Persons using this product should be trained/competent in its use, or be under the supervision of
such a person.
3. Be aware of all medical conditions that could affect the safety of the user in normal and emergency
use.
4. A rescue plan should be in place to deal with any emergencies that may arise during work at height.
5. No alterations, additions or repairs should be made to this equipment without the written consent of
SpanSet.
6. The equipment shall not be used outside its limitations, or for any other purpose than that it is
intended for.
7. The safe function of one item of equipment may interfere with the safe function of another with
certain combinations of equipment. Always check components within a system are compatible
before use.
8. In any fall-arrest system, the free space required below the user should always be ensured.
9. If in any doubt about the use or care of SpanSet equipment, please contact SpanSet.
10. An EN361 harness is the only acceptable body holding device that can be used in a fall arrest
system.
11. The users safety depends on the continued efficiency and durability of the equipment.
INSPECTION AND EXAMINATION
Keep these instructions, or a copy with the harness to aid future inspection, and examination.
The equipment must be given a full inspection when delivered to site/works, and before every use.
Current European standards state at least every 12 months the equipment must be visually examined by
a competent person authorised by SpanSet, and the results recorded. SpanSet recommends inspection
by a competent person every 6 months.
Particular attention should be paid to the following:-
Webbing -
Check for cuts, cracks, tears, abrasion* and scorch marks, burns or chemical attack.
Stitching -
Look for broken stitch, loose or worn threads.
Metalware - Inspect for signs of damage/distortion/corrosion, and correct operation of buckles.
Labelling -
Ensure label details are legible.
Materials -
All webbing and threads used in this harness are produced from polyester.