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TO BE OBSERVED PRIOR TO USE
9. TO BE OBSERVED PRIOR TO USE
Prior to every use, this product must be subject to a visual inspection in order to verify its integrity,
readiness for use and proper functioning.
Once the product has been subject to a fall, its use must be discontinued immediately. If the slightest
doubt remains, the product must be retired or may not be used again until a duly compentent person,
having subjected such product to the required testing and inspections, has approved its further use in
writing.
It must be ensured that the recommendations for use with other components be met: Further PPE
components must meet the harmonized standards under the regime of regulation (EU) 2016/425. By
combining pieces of equipment in a way that will compromise the safe functioning of one of these
pieces of equipment or of the combination as a whole, you will be putting yourself in danger!
Ensure all neighbouring components are compatible. Ensure all components are correctly configured.
Failure to do so increases risk of serious injury or fatality. It is the responsibility of the user that a rel-
evant and 'live' Risk Assessment is in place for the work to be carried out which includes emergency
contingencies.
A plan of rescue measures that covers all foreseeable emergencies needs to be in place before this
product can be used. Prior to and during use, rescue measures that can be executed safely and effec-
tively must be considered at all times.
SUSPENSION TRAUMA (HARNESS HANG SYNDROME):
Remaining suspended motionless in a harness for longer periods of time (e.g., after having fainted)
may cause one's blood circulation to be restricted and consequently lead to a so-called "suspension
trauma". MORTAL DANGER! Make an EMERGENCY CALL immediately!
Possible signs of a suspension trauma are pallor, sweating, shortness of breath, impaired vision, diz-
ziness, nausea. (incomplete list, symptoms may vary greatly from one person to another). Therefore,
affected persons should, if he/she is still able to do that, take suitable self-help measures in order to
prevent blood congestion in the legs (e.g., by moving the legs or taking the load off the leg loops, e.g.
by putting the feet in foot loops).
If this is not possible, it will be crucial to rescue the person from the suspended position as fast as
possible and provide the necessary emergency medical care.
CAUTION! DO NOT PLACE THE PERSON IN A SUPINE OR SHOCK POSITION IMMEDIATELY ->
MORTAL DANGER!
Place the accident victim either in a sitting or a squatting position or, if the person is unconscious, in a
stable side position, if possible with the upper body elevated (avoidance of heart failure due to overly
fast reflow of blood from the lower half of the body).
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