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Toolbox Talk: Full Body Harness Safety

Date: [DATE] Duration: [DURATION] minutes Presenter: [PRESENTER NAME] Location: [LOCATION]

Objective

The objective of this toolbox talk is to ensure all workers understand the proper use, inspection, and maintenance of full body harnesses as part of a personal fall arrest system. This will help prevent falls and minimize injuries associated with working at heights.

Introduction

Falls from heights are a leading cause of serious injuries and fatalities in the workplace. Using a full body harness correctly can significantly reduce the risk of injury in the event of a fall. This toolbox talk will cover the essential aspects of full body harness safety, including proper selection, inspection, fitting, and use [1].

Presenter Note: Engage the audience by asking if anyone has personal experience related to the topic.

Key Points

Proper Fit: A properly fitted harness is crucial for safety and comfort [2].
Regular Inspection: Inspect your harness before each use to identify any damage or wear [3].
Correct Usage: Use the harness only for its intended purpose: employee fall protection [3].
Compatibility: Ensure all components of your fall arrest system are compatible [4].
Rescue Plan: Know the emergency procedures and rescue plan in case of a fall [3].

Hazard Identification

Improperly Fitted Harness: Can cause injury during a fall or restrict movement, leading to other hazards.
Damaged Harness: Compromised integrity can lead to failure during a fall, resulting in serious injury or death [3].
Incorrect Use: Using the harness for purposes other than fall protection can damage the harness and create a fall risk [3].

Presenter Note: Encourage participants to share any additional hazards they've encountered.

Control Measures

Elimination: Whenever possible, eliminate the need to work at height by using alternative methods.
Engineering Controls: Use guardrails, platforms, or other physical barriers to prevent falls.
Administrative Controls: Develop and enforce safe work procedures for working at heights.
Personal Protective Equipment: Use a properly fitted and inspected full body harness as part of a complete personal fall arrest system [1].

Safe Work Procedures

Inspect the full body harness before each use for any signs of damage, wear, or defects [3].
Ensure the harness is properly fitted according to the manufacturer's instructions [2].
Connect the lanyard to the correct attachment point on the harness, typically the D-ring on the back between the shoulder blades [5].
Attach the lanyard to a suitable anchor point that can withstand the required force [2].
Work in a manner that minimizes the risk of falls and keeps the lanyard taut.

Presenter Note: If possible, demonstrate the safe work procedure or use visual aids.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements

Full Body Harness: Must be approved to the relevant safety standards and properly fitted [1].
Lanyard: Use an appropriate lanyard with a shock absorber [6].

[Emphasize the importance of proper PPE use and maintenance]

Real-World Example or Case Study

[Provide a detailed description of a relevant real-world scenario or case study]

[Discuss what went wrong or right, and the lessons learned]

Presenter Note: Ask participants if they can relate this example to their own experiences.

Group Discussion

Discuss the following questions:

What are some common mistakes people make when using a full body harness?
How can we improve our fall protection procedures on site?
What should you do if you find a defect in your harness during inspection?

Presenter Note: Encourage active participation and facilitate the discussion.

Emergency Procedures

If a fall occurs, immediately assess the situation and ensure the worker is safely suspended.
Call for emergency medical assistance if needed.
Do not move the worker unless it is necessary to prevent further injury.
Implement the site's rescue plan to safely lower the worker to the ground [3].

Questions and Answers

[Encourage participants to ask questions]

[Provide answers to common questions related to the topic]

Q: How often should I inspect my harness?

A: Before each use [3].

Q: What do I do if my harness gets damaged?

A: Remove it from service immediately and report it to your supervisor [3].

Q: How tight should my harness be?

A: Snug, but not so tight that it restricts movement or breathing [2].

Summary

[Recap the main points covered in the toolbox talk]

Always inspect your harness before each use [3].
Ensure your harness fits properly [2].
Use the correct lanyard and anchor point [2].
Know the emergency procedures [3].

Action Items

[List specific actions participants should take following this toolbox talk]

Review the manufacturer's instructions for your specific harness model.
Practice fitting and adjusting your harness with a supervisor.
Identify the designated anchor points in your work area.

Remember: Always be aware of your surroundings and take the necessary precautions to prevent falls.

Report all hazards, near-misses, and incidents to your supervisor immediately.

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[1] Safety Standards for General Safety and Health Standards (Chaper 296-24 WAC)

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\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ and protocols contained in subsections (2), (3), and (4) of Part II may be considered as complying with the provisions of (a) of this subsection provided that the criteria and protocols are modified appropriately to provide proper protection for such heavier weights. ## (5) Care and use . - (a) Snap-hooks, unless of a locking type designed and used to prevent disengagement from the following connections, must not be engaged: - (i) Directly to webbing, rope or wire rope; - (ii) To each other; - (iii) To a dee-ring to which another snap-hook or other connector is attached; - (iv) To a horizontal lifeline; or - (v) To any object which is incompatibly shaped or dimensioned in relation to the snap-hook such that the connected object could depress the snap-hook keeper a sufficient amount to release itself. - (b) Devices used to connect to a horizontal lifeline which may become a vertical lifeline must be capable of locking in either direction on the lifeline. - (c) Personal fall arrest systems must be rigged such that an employee can neither free fall more than 6 feet (1.8 m), nor contact any lower level. - (d) The attachment point of the body harness must be located in the center of the wearer's back near shoulder level, or above the wearer's head. - (e) When vertical lifelines are used, each employee must be provided with a separate lifeline. - (f) Personal fall arrest systems or components must be used only for employee fall protection. - (g) Personal fall arrest systems or components subjected to impact loading must be immediately removed from service and must not be used again for employee protection unless inspected and determined by a competent person to be undamaged and suitable for reuse. - (h) The employer must provide for prompt rescue of employees in…

[2] Occupational Health and Safety Code

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## Full body harness - 142 (1) An employer must ensure that - (a) a full body harness manufactured on or after March 31, 2023 is approved to - (i) CSA Standard Z259.10-18, Full body harnesses , - (ii) ANSI/ASSE Standard Z359.1-2007, Safety requirements for personal fall arrest systems, subsystems and components , or - (iii) CEN Standard EN 361:2007, Personal protective equipment against falls from a height - Full body harnesses , ## and - (b) a worker using a personal fall arrest system wears and uses a full body harness. - 142 (2) A worker using a personal fall arrest system must wear and use a full body harness. AR 191/2021 s142;242/2022 ## Body belt - 142.1 An employer must ensure that - (a) a body belt manufactured on or after July 1, 2009 is approved to - (i) CSA Standard Z259.1-05, Body belts and saddles for work positioning and travel restraint , - (ii) ANSI/ASSE Standard A10.32-2004, Fall Protection Systems - American National Standard for Construction and Demolition Operations , or - (iii) CEN Standard EN 358: 2000, Personal protective equipment for work positioning and prevention of falls from a height - Belts for work positioning and restraint and work positioning lanyards , and - (b) a worker uses a body belt only as part of a travel restraint system or as part of a fall restrict system. ## Lanyard 142.2 (1) An employer must ensure that a lanyard manufactured on or after March 31, 2023 is approved to - (a) CSA Standard Z259.11-17, Personal energy absorbers and lanyards , - (b) ANSI/ASSE Standard Z359.1-2007, Safety requirements for personal fall arrest systems, subsystems and components , or - (c) CEN Standard EN 354:2002, Personal protective equipment against falls from a height Lanyards . 142.2 (2) An employer must ensure that a lanyard used by a worker is made of wire rope or other material appropriate to the hazard if a tool or corrosive agent that could sever, abrade or burn a lanyard is used in the work area.

[3] Rules for the Administration of the Oregon Safe Employment Act (General Occupational Safety and Health, Division 2, OSHA Oregon)

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Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division Oregon Administrative Rules AO 2-2023 Division 2 - (22) Personal fall protection systems must be worn with the attachment point of the body harness located in the center of the employee's back near shoulder level. The attachment point may be located in the pre-sternal position if the free fall distance is limited to 2 feet (0.6 m) or less. Note to 1910.140(c)(22): In Oregon, the performance, care, and use criteria for travel restraint systems (personal fall restraint) is in OAR [redacted phone](5)(b) in Division 2/I. - (d) Personal fall arrest systems - (1) System performance criteria. In addition to the general requirements in paragraph (c) of this section, the employer must ensure that personal fall arrest systems: - (i) Limit the maximum arresting force on the employee to 1,800 pounds (8 kN); - (ii) Bring the employee to a complete stop and limit the maximum deceleration distance the employee travels to 3.5 feet (1.1 m); - (iii) Have sufficient strength to withstand twice the potential impact energy of the employee free falling a distance of 6 feet (1.8 m), or the free fall distance permitted by the system; and - (iv) Sustain the employee within the system/strap configuration without making contact with the employee's neck and chin area. - (v) If the personal fall arrest system meets the criteria and protocols in appendix D of this subpart, and is being used by an employee having a combined body and tool weight of less than 310 pounds (140 kg), the system is considered to be in compliance with the provisions of paragraphs (d)(1)(i) through (iii) of this section. If the system is used by an employee having a combined body and tool weight of 310 pounds (140kg) or more and the employer has appropriately modified the criteria and protocols in appendix D, then the system will be deemed to be in compliance with the requirements of paragraphs (d)(1)(i) through (iii). - (2) System use criteria. The employer must ensur…

[4] Occupational Health and Safety Code

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142.2 (3) Despite subsection (2), if a worker works near an energized conductor or in a work area where a lanyard made of conductive material cannot be used safely, the employer must ensure that the worker uses another effective means of fall protection. AR 191/2021 s142.2;242/2022 ## Shock absorber 142.3 (1) An employer must ensure that if a shock absorber or shock absorbing lanyard is used as part of a personal fall arrest system, it is approved to one of the following standards if manufactured on or after March 31, 2023: - (a) CSA Standard Z259.11-17, Personal energy absorbers and lanyards ; - (b) ANSI/ASSE Standard Z359.1-2007, Safety requirements for personal fall arrest systems, subsystems and components ; - (c) CEN Standard EN 355:2002, Personal protective equipment against falls from a height Energy absorbers . - 142.3 (2) An employer must ensure that a personal fall arrest system consists of a full body harness and a lanyard equipped with a shock absorber or similar device. - 142.3 (3) Despite subsection (2), a shock absorber or similar device is not required if the personal fall arrest system is used in accordance with section 151. - 142.3 (4) Despite subsection (2), a shock absorber is required with a fixed ladder fall arrest system only if it is required by the manufacturer of the system. AR 191/2021 s142.3;242/2022 ## Connectors, carabiners and snap hooks - 143 (1) An employer must ensure that connecting components of a fall arrest system consisting of carabiners, D-rings, O-rings, oval rings, self-locking connectors and snap hooks manufactured on or after March 31, 2023 are approved, as applicable, to - (a) CSA Standard Z259.2.5-17, Fall arresters and vertical lifelines , - (b) ANSI/ASSE Standard Z359.1-2007, Safety requirements for personal fall arrest systems, subsystems and components , - (c) CEN Standard EN 362:2004, Personal protective equipment against falls from a height Connectors , or - (d) CEN Standard [redacted postal code]:1998, Moun…

[5] Safety Standards for General Safety and Health Standards (Chaper 296-24 WAC)

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\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ lanyards, connectors, lifelines, deceleration devices, and body harnesses to be interchanged since some components wear out before others. The employer and employee should realize that not all components are interchangeable. For instance, a lanyard should not be connected between a body harness and a deceleration device of the self-retracting type since this can result in additional free fall for which the system was not designed. Any substitution or change to a personal fall arrest system should be fully evaluated or tested by a competent person to determine that it meets the standard, before the modified system is put in use. - (4) Employee training considerations. Thorough employee training in the selection and use of personal fall arrest systems is imperative. As stated in the standard, before the equipment is used, employees must be trained in the safe use of the system. This should include the following: Application limits; proper anchoring and tie-off techniques; estimation of free fall distance, including determination of deceleration distance, and total fall distance to prevent striking a lower level; methods of use; and inspection and storage of the system. Careless or improper use of the equipment can result in serious injury or death. Employers and employees should become familiar with the material in this Appendix, as well as manufacturer's recommendations, before a system is used. Of uppermost importance is the reduction in strength caused by certain tie-offs (such as using knots, tying around sharp edges, etc.) and maximum permitted free fall distance. Also, to be stressed are the importance of inspections prior to use, the limitations of the equipment, and unique conditions at the worksite which may be important in determining the t…

[6] Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 2020 (Sask. Reg. 10/2020)

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S-15.1 REG 10 ## OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY, 2020 ## Personal fall arrest systems - 7-16 (1) An employer or contractor shall ensure that a personal fall arrest system and connecting linkage required by these regulations are approved and maintained. - (2) An employer or contractor shall ensure that a personal fall arrest system required by these regulations: - (a) prevents a worker from falling more than 1.2 metres without a shock absorber; - (b) if a shock absorber is used, prevents a worker from falling more than 2 metres or the limit specified in the manufacturer's specifications, whichever is less; - (c) applies a peak fall-arrest force not greater than 8 kilonewtons to a worker; and - (d) is fastened to a lifeline or to a secure anchor point that has a breaking strength of at least 22.2 kilonewtons. 31 Dec 2020 c S-15.1 Reg 10 s7-16. ## Full-body harness - 7-17 If a full-body harness is used, an employer or contractor shall ensure that: - (a) the full-body harness and connecting linkage are approved and maintained; - (b) the full-body harness is properly fitted to the worker; - (c) the worker is trained in the safe use of the full-body harness; - (d) all metal parts of the full-body harness and connecting linkage are of drop-forged steel that is 22.2 kilonewtons proof tested; - (e) a protective thimble is used to protect ropes or straps from chafing whenever a rope or strap is connected to an eye or a D-ring used in the full-body harness or connecting linkage; and - (f) the connecting linkage is attached to a personal fall arrest system, lifeline or secure anchor point to prevent the worker from falling more than 1.2 metres. 31 Dec 2020 c S-15.1 Reg 10 s7-17. ## Snap hooks on personal fall arrest system 7-18 If a snap hook is used as an integral component of a personal fall arrest system, connecting linkage, full-body harness or lifeline, an employer or contractor shall ensure that the snap hook is self-locking and is approved a…

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Toolbox Talk: Full Body Harness Safety

Objective

Introduction

Key Points

Hazard Identification

Control Measures

Safe Work Procedures

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements

Real-World Example or Case Study

Group Discussion

Emergency Procedures

Questions and Answers

Summary

Action Items

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