Ferno VHI FH24DE User manual

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VHI FH24DE Ferno Dielectric Harness
User Instructions
Harness Designation Fall Arrest Harness
General Use For use in situations where there is a risk of free fall and electrical hazards
Suggested Applications Construction and Maintenance; Elevated Work Platform
Compliance AS/NZS 1891.1:2020
Attachment Points
Ensure you are familiar with all the attachment points on this
harness and their limitations. Each attachment point is labelled
appropriately.
Fall Arrest Attachment Points
1. 1 x Rear Dorsal with Extension
2. 1 x Front Fall Arrest Attachment Point when both front loops
are attached with an appropriate karabiner
Harness Identication Label
Front View of Harness Rear View of Harness
Conned Space Attachment Point (2)
Soft Front Fall Arrest
Attachment Loops (2)
Rear Dorsal Extension (1)
Optional
Harness Assist
suspension
straps(2)
Identication
Label (1)
Soft Dorsal Fall Arrest
Attachment Loop (1)
Chest Buckle (1)
Shoulder
Adjustment
Buckle (2)
Leg
Adjustment
Buckle (2)
An identication label, similar to the one shown below, is sewn
to rear webbing and contains important information about the
harness such as serial numbers and date of manufacture.

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Glossary
Anchorage Point
A secure point of attachment on a structure to which a fall-arrest
device may be connected.
Competent Person
A person who has, through a combination of training, education
and experience, acquired knowledge and skills enabling that
person to correctly perform a specied task.
Personal Energy Absorber (Deceleration Device)
A device or component which by design limits the deceleration
during the arrest of a fall. The maximum force allowed to be
transmitted is 6kN.
Lanyard Assembly
Assembly of a line, of either xed or adjustable length, and
components which will enable a connection between a harness
and an anchorage, the intent of which is to limit the deceleration
during the arrest of a fall.
Retrieval Point
Attachment points on the shoulders of a harness designed to be
used as a pair for attaching a retrieval system.
SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
Warning safety alerts indicate a potentially hazardous situa-
tion that, if not avoided, could result in injury or death.
WARNING
Users must consult AS/NZS 1891.4 for selection,
use, maintenance and training requirements and
be competent in the use of equipment before
beginning any tasks requiring its use. Users must
read and understand the following warnings:
1. Working at heights can be dangerous. If you use Ferno
equipment, you are responsible for learning and ob-
serving safe techniques. Ferno Australia disclaims all
liability for any injury or loss arising from the use of this
equipment when its hardware, stitching or webbing is
frayed, damaged or in any way weakened by wear and
tear.
2. This product is specically designed for height safety
and must not be used for other purposes. It is your
responsibility to maintain the product in good,
serviceable condition.
3. Do not make any alterations or additions to this
product.
4. Secure your lanyard assembly to an anchorage point
that allows you to carry out work tasks while also
minimising your free-fall distance. The maximum
allowable free-fall distance is 2m.
5. When making a connection to any point on a harness
which cannot be seen by the wearer, either make the
connection before donning the harness or have a
second person make and check the connection for the
wearer.
6. Always ensure any connections to a harness are
checked before use.
7. Harnesses and lanyard assemblies should be removed
from service and destroyed if a fall has been sustained.
NOTICE
Notices emphasise important, but not hazard-related infor-
mation. Failure to follow Notices could result in product or
property damage.
Product Life Expectancy
The maximum life of the harness is ten years from the date of
manufacture.
The actual life of the harness will be inuenced by many factors
including, but not limited to, frequency and intensity of use,
environment, weather, storage conditions, exposure to damaging
chemicals etc. If in doubt, tag it out!
Harnesses must be removed from service and destroyed if it
has been used to arrest a fall.
1
Securing Harness Buckles
To connect buckle, feed Male part into Female part of buckle and
tighten, ensuring the two parts are fastened and secure.
Correctly Connected Buckles
Both parts of the buckle should sit at against each other when a
buckle is correctly fastened as shown below (Figure 1)

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NOTICE
• EMPLOYERS: It is your responsibility to ensure all users are instructed and trained in the correct use and maintenance of the equip-
ment. Once equipment is issued, it is assumed appropriate training has been completed.
• USERS: You must consult AS/NZS 1891.4 for selection, use, maintenance and training requirements and be competent in the use
of equipment before beginning any tasks requiring its use. It is your responsibility to read and understand these instructions.
Always use equipment safely and properly. Check equipment before and after use.
• GENERAL: This document contains general tting instructions. Instructions are not all inclusive. Modifying the equipment can cause
injury and damage and will nullify any warranty and place full responsibility for any accident or injury on the equipment owner.
Fitting the Harness
1. Read the instructions carefully and check the harness labelling
to ascertain that you have the correct harness for the task.
2. Inspect the harness webbing and hardware for signs of wear
or damage.
3. Hold up the harness by the rear dorsal D-ring/loop and
untangle any straps that may have twisted during storage.
4. Separate the shoulder straps and familiarise yourself with
the layout of the harness. Release the sternum strap and leg
buckles from their respective links.
5. Put on the harness by passing your arms through the shoulder
straps as if putting on a jacket. Adjust the shoulder buckles to
the appropriate length/height.
6. Fasten chest strap with buckle, ensuring each buckle plate lays
at against its mate. Adjust for a comfortable t. Check that
the rear fall arrest D-ring is positioned centrally on your back
between your shoulder blades.
7. Pass both leg straps between your legs making sure there
are no twists in the straps. Using the same method as before,
connect the left leg strap’s buckle to the left leg link, and the
right leg strap buckle to the right leg link. Adjust both for a
comfortable t.
8. Tighten and adjust the shoulder straps. Re-adjust the front
sternum strap and leg buckles. The Rear Dorsal Attachment
Point should be positioned midway between your shoulder
blades. The nished tting should feel snug but not restrict
movement in any way.
9. Secure loose ends with keepers and check for twists, misaligned
webbing and disconnected buckles.
Inspecting the Harness
To maintain the safety and serviceability of this product the
following inspections must be performed.
1. OPERATOR INSPECTION
The operator/wearer shall inspect the product before and after
each use. Check all webbing, thread and metal components for
excessive wear or damage. Refer any signs of deterioration to a
competent person for a decision on the safety and serviceability
of the product.
Harnesses and lanyard assemblies should be destroyed
or returned to the manufacturer for inspection if a fall has
been sustained.
2. PERIODIC INSPECTION
A full periodic inspection shall be conducted every six months
by a competent person. Use the provided checklist as a guide
for determining the condition of the product. Check for signs of
contaminants such as oil, grease, paint etc.
Periodic inspections shall be recorded in the product’s
Inspection and Maintenance Log. A sample log is provided in
these Instructions.
NOTICE
Exposure to chemicals and hazardous atmospheres can cause
damage to bres and components that are not immediately
visible.
If any part of an assembly is to be exposed to chemicals such
as cleaning materials or hazardous atmospheres, the user
should consult the manufacturer to determine whether the
part is suitable for continued use.
Maintenance
This product should be cleaned regularly to maintain its condition
and serviceability. Clean as indicated below.
1. AFTER EACH USE
After each use, wipe down the product to remove any dust
or dirt. If there is any sign of contaminants such as oil, grease,
paint, etc tag the product as unt for use and refer it to a
competent person for inspection.
2. DURING PERIODIC INSPECTION
Hand wash the product with Ferno Rope and Harness Wash
every alternate periodic inspection (ie. every twelve months).
The harness may require more frequent washing depending
on the conditions it is exposed to.
Hang the product in a sheltered, shaded area away from direct
heat to dry completely.
• Do not machine wash
• Do not tumble dry
Refer to the manufacturer for advice on removing dicult
stains.
Storage
Store the product away from direct sunlight and protected from
dust, moisture and corrosive atmospheres.

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INSPECTION CHECK LIST GUIDE | HARNESSES, BELTS, POLE STRAPS & LANYARDS
WEBBING
Cuts or tears
Abrasion damage, especially where there is contact with hardware
Excessive stretching
Damage due to heat, corrosives or solvents
Deterioration due to rotting, mildew or ultraviolet exposure
SNAP HOOKS
& KARABINERS
Distortion of hook or latch
Cracks or forging folds
Wear at swivels and latch pivot pin
Open rollers
Free movement of the latch over its full travel
Broken, weak or misplaced latch springs (compare if possible with a new snap hook)
D-RINGS / O-RINGS
Is there excessive vertical movement of the straight portion of the D-ring at its attachment on to the belt so that the corners
between the straight and curved sections of the D-ring become completely exposed?
Note: Excessive vertical movement of the ring in its mounting can allow the nose of larger snap hooks to become lodged behind
the straight portion of the D-ring. When this occurs, the snap hook can often accidentally roll out of the“D” when under load.
Cracks, especially at the intersection of the straight and curved portions
Distortion or other physical damage of the D-ring
Excessive loss of cross-section due to wear
BUCKLES
& ADJUSTERS
Distortion or other physical damage
Cracks and forging taps where applicable
Bent tongues
Open rollers
SEWING Broken, cut or worn thread
Damage or weakening of thread due to contact with heat, corrosives, solvents or mildew
ROPES
Cuts, abrasion or fraying
Stretching, inconsistencies in rope diameter
Discolouration, surface glossing
Inconsistencies in rope texture and stiness
Damage due to ultraviolet light, mildew, heat, corrosives etc.
SAMPLE LOG | INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE LOG
Supplier Details
Designation Dielectric Fall Arrest Harness with Dorsal Extension
Model / Item # VHI FH24DE
Serial # Date of Manufacture (DOM)
Batch # Commissioned Date
DATE NAME (PRINT CLEARLY) DETAILS