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Harness use

• All operatives using a harness must have fall

arrest and work at height training.

• Visually inspect your harness for any damage
or defects before each use.

• Your harness must be fitted correctly to your

body at all times. A one size harness does not
3. Working at Height
fit all. Make sure you have the right size

harness.

• The D-ring should be located between your
shoulder blades.

• Your harness should be snugly fitted and not

loose. Your harness should allow full range of
movement. A flat palm should slide

comfortable between your leg strap and your
leg. Connect your chest strap after connecting
your leg straps.

• A harness fitted too loose can cause

significant injuries to your body in a fall
impact.

7 Visual Standards | Feb. 2019