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4.3- EN 813:1997 , EN 1227: 2007 Seat Harness
4.4- Fall Clearance = A+B+C+D
Figure - 3 seat harness is used when a lower point in rope access technique
or work positioning is needed. D ring in the seat harness can be used with
descenders, positioning lanyards and work area restriction lanyards.
Figure - 4 ; Fall Clearance ( Calculation of fall clearance distance)
Clearance distance should be calculated in the working area for a possible fall.
In case of fall from a height, user should be able to adjust the clearence
distance in order not to hit any object or ground.
Fall clearance is the height at which a user must attach to an anchorage to
avoid contact with a lower level. In order to calculate required fall clearance
distance the following measurements must be kept in mind.
A : Length of Fall Arrest System (Lanyard)
B : Length of the Lanyard after a fall
C : Height of Suspended User
D : Safety Factor
Fall Clearance
5. Product Inspection and Validation
5.1 Before Each Use
Working at height equipment must be used as personalized. These products
must be controled on regular basis before and after each use and findings
must be recorded into product control form.
On an adequate lighted environment apply following controls by lying the
product down on a flat surface;
• Webbings should be checked for cuts, abrasions, color change, broken stitches
and undue stretching.
• Buckles should be checked for signs of wear, cracks, deformation, corrosion
or other damages. They should function correctly and smoothly.
• D Rings and other metal parts should be checked for signs of wear,
cracks, deformation, corrosion or other damage.
• Connectors should be checked for sign of wear, cracks, deformation, corrosion,
dirt. The gate and the locking mechanisms should work smooth and properly.
The gate should be opened and closed completely.
• Labels should be secure and legible.
If at least one of these deviations is found during the controls, usage of the
equipment should be suspended or retired and immediately send back to
producer for detailed inspection. No repair is allowed by unauthorised person.
Only manufacturer directions should be applied.
When use product with a system , make sure that all pieces of equipment in
the system are correctly positioned and compatible with each other.
5.2 During Each Use
So you must always have a rescue plan for such emergency situations. For
this adequately trained personnel and rescue equipment must be present.
6.1 Rescue Plan
6. Supplementary Information Regarding Standard; EN 365
A user who has been incapacitated by an injury or medical condition and
who is suspended by the full body harness must be rescued immediately.
6.2 Anchor Point
The anchor point of the system comprises this product should preferably be
located above the user or should at least at the waist level of the user. An
attachment point below this level will cause a serious injury or death. The
anchor point must conform to the requirements of the EN 795 standard and
the minimum strength of 12 kN.
6.3 Various Situations
- A fall arrest harness is the only device allowed for supporting the body in
a fall arrest system.
- In a fall arrest system, it is essential to check the required clearance under
the user before each use, to avoid any impact with the ground or an obstacle
in case of a fall.
- Make sure that the anchor point is correctly positioned, in order to minimize
the risk and the height of a fall.
- When using multiple pieces of equipment together, a dangerous situation
may occur if the safety function of one piece of equipment is affected by the
safety function of another piece of equipment.
- Users must be medically fit for activities at height. Warning, inert suspension
in a harness can result in serious injury or death.
7.1 Life Span
7.Kaya General Information
This product’s maximum lifespan is 10 years. (10 years is the time of storage
without being used, the product should be destroyed even if it has never been
used during this time)
If the product has one of the deviations below it should be withdrawn from
service immediately and should be destroyed to prevent further usage.
• It has suffered a heavy shock load or a load dropped onto it.
• There are discoloration, stiffness, cuts and tears, glazed or fused areas
on the webbing.
• There are cracks, deformation, corrosion or excessive wear on the metal parts.
• It fails to pass inspection (before usage or detailed inspection)
• Labels (markings) are illegible or absent
• It is extremely dirty and does not respond to normal washing.
• It has come into contact with chemicals and especially acids or is even
suspected.
• Its history is unknown.
• Its lifespan stated in the user’s manual has expired or even it has never
been used.
• There is a slightest doubt that the product is no more safe and reliable.
Product is sold with storage bag and user guide. Additionally, model and
applied standards are provided with the product. During the storage keep
the product in its own bag. Storage area of the product should meet fol-
lowing requirements;
- Dry, away from direct sun light, room temperature
- Do not store together with acids, solvents etc.
- Keep away from direct heat sources.
- If the product becomes humid during the storage, dry the product in
room temperature before usage.
7.2 Storage
7.3 Maintenance
Personal protection equipment should be checked regularly to make sure
that the equipment will operate properly whenever it is used. Harness can
be wiped with a wet sponge, for cleaning. A mild soap and warm water not
exceeding 30ºC can be used for difficult stains. After cleaning, it should
be thoroughly rinsed in clean cold water, hung out in a dry, dark and cool
place and kept away from the direct heat sources. Harnesses should be
hung out or placed loosely in a bag or another container in order to protect
it from harmful fumes, corrosive agent or light (artificial or sunlight). Do
not use acidic or solvent chemicals!
7.5 Transportation of Product
The product should be transported in a bag to protect it from humidity,
chemicals and other objects.
Changing a part, repair and addition to any component to product is strictly
forbidden without written authorization of KAYA. Any repair can be made
only by KAYA. Otherwise KAYA is not responsible for any possible
consequences.
7.4 Changes and Repair
Harness should be inspected by the user before each use and an additional
detailed inspection must be carried out by an authorized person in every
12 months.
7.6 Periodical Inspection of Product
During the inspection of product following information should be recorded;
- Type of the product, model, contact information of manufacturer, serial number,
date of production, date of purchase, date of first usage, next inspection
date, problems, recommendations, name and surname of the inspector. For
further information visit www.kayasafety.com
This product is certified in accordance with 89/686/EEC directive by TÜV-SÜD
Product Service CE 0123 Notified Body after tests according to EN 358:1999, EN
361:2002, EN 813:2008, EN 12277:2007
* KAYA has CE0082 notified body number APAVE SUDEUROPE SAS 89/686/
EEC 11 B Quality System certificate and committed to produce each product
same as the tested sample.
Warning: Read instruction manul carefully before usage.
Producer: KAYA YAPI İÇ MİM. TAS. İNŞ. DEN. TAAH. SAN. ve TİC. A.Ş.
7.7 Guarantee
8. Certification
Address: GOSB. 1000 Sok. No:1015 Çayırova 41480 KOCAELİ / TÜRKİYE
T: + 90 262 677 19 00
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This product has 10-year guarantee against all material or manufacturing
defects under proper usage and storage conditions. Guarantee will be void if;
product is misused, torn, cut, corroded, unauthorised repair of changes on the
product, damaged by accidents.