2006-10-20 02:27:28 · 6 answers · asked by Graham H 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Other - Business & Finance
Hi, you look at the condition of the harness, is it damaged, IE are there ant rips in it , is the threading intact, was it wet the last time it was use, did that have an effect, are the belt catches all OK, whats the condition of any shackles attached, dos it fit properly, done it comply with the latest regulations, is it suitable for the task in hand, ( there are more than one type of harness, use the correct one), i know they are required to be replaced and i thing that's every 2 years (I think).
have a look at http://www.hse.gov.uk/falls/index.htm
it may help,,
cheers
2006-10-20 02:29:58 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends what you want from your safety harness.
Being a trained tree climber, I am intimately familiar with "Fall Arrest Harnesses". [ropes & strops] These are designed to allow the user to be comfortable and secure whilst undertaking tree surgery in a tree.
I suggest you logon to - www.honeybrothers.co.uk - a UK arboricultural company. Have a look at the Harnesses in their catalogue section. There you can see what is available, etc.
Another should be a site that provides the information you require Such as the Health & Safety Executive - www.hse.gov.uk - and other similar organisations.
If you have not been formally trained by proper qualified instructors, I strongly suggest that you do so.
Further, may I suggest that you contact a reputable - Tree Surgeon/Arboriculturalist in your local area through - www.yell.com - [yellow pages] Ask him if he would be willing to show you what you need to know.
Further, I suggest you obtain a harness in mint condition as opposed to using a second hand one.
If you require further advice do not hesitate to Email me.
2006-10-20 02:35:15 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
EVERYTHING and ANYTHING that makes it look any different from the very first day it was bought! Unravelled Stitching, torn/weakened seams, holes, tears, abraisions - Or like one answer you've already had - Get SOMEONE ELSE who is Qualified to check it!
2006-10-20 02:37:46 · answer #3 · answered by jimbo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Harnessess need to be checked by what the HSE would call a "trained and competant person" your obviously not and need to resolve this.
2006-10-20 02:45:00 · answer #4 · answered by budda m 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You shouldn't be checking if you don't already know, ask a professional. And which bungee do you work on.
2006-10-20 02:31:58 · answer #5 · answered by Powerpuffgeezer 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
safety requirements and causes of harzard
2006-10-23 13:57:23 · answer #6 · answered by taye101 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋