Harness and Lanyard Best Practices

• Require at least a 3 point harness if you are more than 6 feet off the ground (no harness no climb)
• 5 Point Harness recommended.
  • 1 Dorsal point
  • 1 Chest point
  • 3 Waist points
• Inspection of harness.
  • Self-inspection prior to use every day of your personal harness.
  • Employer will inspect their harnesses prior to each use.
• Lanyard
  • Self-inspection prior to use every day of your personal lanyard.
  • Employer will inspect their lanyards prior to each use.
  • Double lanyard required.
  • Large hooks or tie back Lanyard recommended.
• Positioning Straps           
  • Shall comply with OSHA standards listed below.
• What you can use each point for:
  • Chest & Dorsal Point with fall arrest.
  • Chest Point only for ASAP rope grab.
  • 3 Points on waist are for positioning only.

Check all equipment for ANSI Standard stamp or sticker.

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