Spanset safety harnesses, User Instructions

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. 

* Local abrasion as distinct from general wear 
may be caused by the passage of the webbing 
over sharp edges or protrusions while under 
tension and may cause serious loss of 

strength. Slight damage to outer fibres and 

occasional yarn may be considered harmless 
but serious reduction in width or thickness 
of the webbing or serious distortion to the 
weave pattern should lead to rejection.

A harness should be immediately 

removed from service after being 

subjected to any fall, or if in any doubt 

about the harnesses condition.  The 

harness shall not be used again until it 

is confirmed in writing by a competent 

person that it is acceptable to do so.
The harness may be cleaned or 

disinfected if required. The following 

procedure must be adhered to. Use 

hand hot water with a mild detergent 

or disinfectant, then rinse with clean 

water, and allow drying naturally, out 

of direct sunlight. Any detergent or 

disinfectant used must be compatible 

with polyamide, and polyester.
If you require more information please 

contact SpanSet.
All equipment should be stored and 

transported in the following manner:-
-  To prevent contact with sharp  

  objects that may damage the fibres  

  of the webbing.
-  Away from harmful substances such  

  as acids, alkalis, fuel, paints,  

  solvents that harm polyester and  

  nylon fibres.
-  Kept in a cool dry place free from  

  direct sunlight, to prevent  

  degradation of the fibres from  

  ultraviolet radiation.
-  Wetness of the equipment should  

  be allowed to dry naturally away  

  from direct heat.

PRODUCT LIFE

It is mandatory by European Law 

that all PPE must be supplied with 

comprehensive User Instructions which 

detail the lifespan of the product, and 

the inspection requirements.
The actual frequency of the periodic 

inspection is the responsibility of the 

competent person in charge of the 

maintenance of the product. Aggressive 

or arduous conditions and constant use 

will potentially reduce the working life 

of the product and so a more frequent 

inspection regime will be required to 

effectively monitor this.
SpanSet recommend that PPE for Work 

at Height is thoroughly examined by a 

competent person:
-   Periodically at intervals not  

  exceeding 6 months
-   Interim inspections where required
SpanSet recommend that Pre Use 

inspection is carried out by the user 

before each and every use. Any concerns 

about the condition of equipment must 

result in the item undergoing a thorough 

interim inspection.
The equipment should only be used if it 

is found to be in a fit condition.
In addition SpanSet give this product a 

period of obsolescence of 10 years from 

date of manufacture, even if never used.
Products should be withdrawn from 

service if they meet any one of the 

following criteria:
1)   Failure of a thorough examination
2)   Subjected to or Used to arrest a fall
3)   Manufacturers period of  

  obsolescence (shelf-life) has been  

 reached
Compatibility and use of PPE is the 

responsibility of the user.

SpanSet Ltd,  

Telford Way, Middlewich, Cheshire, 

CW10 0HX
Tel: +44(0)1606 737494   

Fax: +44(0)1606 737 264
Internet: www.spanset.co.uk

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Fitting and Use Instructions

Inspection and Examination