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aramid) are subject to certain ageing even if they are not used, especially depending on the intensity of ultraviolet rays as well as on
the climatic environmental influences.
Maximum longevity of 12 years
The maximum longevity of Haberkorn products in synthetic and textile material is 12 years from the date of production under
optimal storage conditions and without being used.
Maximum operating life of 10 years
The maximum operating life with occasional, proper use without visible wear and tear under optimal storage conditions is 10 years
from the date of first use.
Storage period of 2 years
The storage period before first use and without reducing the maximum operating life is 2 years from the date of production.
Provided that all instructions on safe handling and storage are observed, the following, non-binding indications on the lifespan
can be recommended:
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Intensive, daily use
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Regular use throughout the year
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Regular seasonal use
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Occasional use (once a month)
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Sporadic use
Work positioning belts, full body harnesses, sit harnesses:
With normal use in compliance with instructions for use, the realistic period of use for full body harnesses is 6 to 8 years. When
properly stored and without being used: 10 years.
Based on: BGR 198 – German trade association rules for safety and health at work (BG rules) / DE.
Metal fittings such as buckles, karabiners, etc.:
The life of metal fittings is generally unlimited; however a periodic inspection of metal fittings must be carried out regarding damage,
distortion and wear as well as functioning.
When different materials are used in one product, the period of use is subject to the most sensitive materials.
Extreme conditions of use can cause the elimination of a product after only using once (type and intensity of use, field of
application, aggressive environment, sharp edges, extreme temperatures, chemical substances etc.).
A PFPE must definitely be discarded:
• in case of damage to supporting parts, which are essential for safety, such as webbings and seams (tears, cuts or other)
• in case of damage to plastic and/or metal fittings
• in case of strain by a fall or heavy load
• after the application period has elapsed
• if a product does not seem safe or reliable anymore
• if the product is outdated and does not comply with the technical standards anymore (modification of legal regulations,
norms and technical rules, incompatibility with other equipment etc.)
• if the history of use is unknown or incomplete (test manual)
• if the identification of the product does not exist or if it is illegible or missing (even partly)
• if the instructions for use/test manual of the product are missing (because product history can not be tracked!)
• See also item: 2) Regulations for the owner of the equipment
If the visual inspection carried out by the user, holder of the equipment or the competent person results in complaint or if the PPE
has elapsed, it has to be discarded. The elimination has to be made in such a way that reuse in action can absolutely be excluded
(e.g. by cutting and disposing of belts, fittings etc.).
In case of frequent use, intensive wear or extreme environmental influences, the allowed period of use becomes shorter. The
decision on the operational capability of the device is up to the responsible COMPETENT PERSON within the prescribed periodic
inspection.
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Liability (complementing point Caution)
Neither the A. Haberkorn & Co GmbH nor its sales partners assume any liability for accidents in relation to the present product and
consequential personal and/or material damage, especially in cases of misuse and/or incorrect use. In all cases the users are
responsible for risks taken.
5 General explanation of the required free space below an eventual crash site
It is essential for safety reasons to choose the position of the anchor device (anchor point) in a way that the fall distance is limited to
a minimum. Only full body harness according to EN361 may be used with a fall arrest system. Maximum total lanyard length 2.0m
including fittings, karabiners and tape fall absorbers.
The required free space below a crash site has to be calculated before starting work.
Attention:
A slack lanyard also increases the fall height. The lower the chosen anchor point the more free space must
be calculated below a crash site.
5.1 Example 1 - figure 5.1-F1:
Functional requirements: Anchor device / anchor point above the head. Fall distance 2m. Lanyard as short as possible -
tensioned / vertically upwards. The required free space must be measured from the standing site level to the closest possible
impact level (e.g.: floor, machine parts, platform, etc. ...).
Lanyard (2)
Length changes of the tape fall absorber (4)
Displacement of the full body harness on the body (5)
Free safety space
Required free space below the crash site
- less than 1 year
- 1 year to 2 years
- 2 to 3 years
- 3 to 4 years
- 5 to 7 years
= 0.0 m
= 0.5 m
= 0.5 m
= 0.5 m
= 1.5 m
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