3.0 dONNING ANd Use
WARNING: Do not alter or intentionally misuse this equipment. Consult Capital Safety when using this
equipment in combination with components or subsystems other than those described in this manual. Some
subsystem and component combinations may interfere with the operation of this equipment. Use caution when
using this equipment around moving machinery, electrical and chemical hazards, and sharp edges.
3.1
BEFORE EACH USE: Before each use of this equipment inspect the ExoFit NEX™ Full Body Harness
according to Section 5 of this manual.
3.2
PlANNING: Plan your system before use. Consider all factors that will affect your safety during use of this
equipment. Consider the following aspects when planning your system:
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ANCHORAGE:
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SHARP EDGES:
or abrade against, unprotected sharp edges.
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AFTER A FAll:
damage consistent with the effect of fall arrest forces as described in Section 5, must be removed from
service immediately and destroyed by the user, the rescuer
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RESCUE:
The employer must have a rescue plan when using this equipment. The employer must have
the ability to perform a rescue quickly and safely.
3.3
DONNING AND FITTING THE HARNESS: The ExoFit NEX™ Full Body Harness is available in Vest
(Figure 9) and Cross-Over (Figure 10) styles. Donning procedures will vary with the harness style.
WARNING: Do not alter or intentionally misuse this equipment. Consult Capital Safety when using this
equipment in combination with components or subsystems other than those described in this manual. Some
subsystem and component combinations may interfere with the operation of this equipment. Use caution when
using this equipment around moving machinery, electrical and chemical hazards, and sharp edges.
Figure 9 - Vest Style Harness
A. Belt Loops
1 Rescuer: Person or persons other than the rescue subject acting to perform an assisted rescue by operation of a rescue
system.
2 Authorized Person: A person assigned by the employer to perform duties at a location where the person will be exposed to
a fall hazard (otherwise referred to as "user" for the purpose of these instructions).
Select an anchorage that meets the anchorage requirements specified in Section 2.
Avoid working where system components may be in contact with, come in contact with,
Any equipment which has been subjected to the forces of arresting a fall, or exhibits
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, or an authorized person
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Figure 10 - Cross-Over Style Harness
A. Belt Loops
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A