Spanset ULTIMA-X User manual

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FALL ARREST
TRAINING REQUIRED
ULTIMA-X HARNESS EN361:2002 EN358:2018

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ULTIMA-X Harness
SPANSET UK LTD
TELFORD WAY, MIDDLEWICH, CHESHIRE, UK
WWW.SPANSET.CO.UK
It is essential that this product is sold to the end user with the instructions in the correct language of the country in which the
product is to be used. This harness is for use in a fall arrest system that has had a thorough risk-assessment including an
analysis of the clearance height necessary below the user to ensure safety.
WARNING
Use of this equipment is inherently dangerous, and prior to use you must:
• Read the User Instruction Manual
• Be trained in the correct use of the product
• Familiarise yourself with the products operation & limitations
• Fully understand the risk involved in using the product
• Be physically and medically capable of operating the product safely and fully understanding its function
All work at height activities are inherently dangerous; your personal safety is your responsibility. Rescue provision should
always be in place to deal with any emergencies and must be able to be carried out with maximum efficiency and speed.
No alterations, additions or repairs should be made to this product without the written consent of SpanSet UK Ltd. SpanSet
products are supplied with a full declaration of conformity with the product packaging. For additional copies, please contact
SpanSet or visit www.spanset.co.uk.
FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THE PRODUCT USER INSTRUCTIONS OR USE THE PRODUCT CORRECTLY MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Product Group Ultima-X Harness
Technical File Reference 19
Standard EN361:2002; EN 358:2018
UK Regulation PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425 as brought into UK Law and amended
EU Regulation PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425
Product Type Examination
EU Notified Body SATRA Technology Europe Limited. Bracetown Business Park. Clonee. D15YN2P.
Republic of Ireland
EU Notified Body Number 2777
UKCA Approved Body SATRA Technology Centre, Wyndham Way, Telford Way Industrial Estate, Kettering.
NN16 8SD
UKCA Approved Body Number 0321
Manufacturing Quality Assurance
EU Notified Body BSI Group The Netherlands B.V., Say Building, John M. Keynesplein 9, 1066 EP,
Amsterdam, Netherlands
EU Notified Body Number 2797
UKCA Approved Body BSI Group Kitemark Court, Davy Avenue, Knowhill, Milton Keynes, MK5 8PP. United
Kingdom
UKCA Approved Body Number 0086

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ULTIMA-X Harness
Product Labelling &
Parts Identification
MIDDLEWICH, CHESHIRE, UK
www.spanset.co.uk
MODEL: ULTIMA-X
MFG: [MM/YY]
SERIAL No: [00000000]
MAX USER: 150kg (145cm WAIST)
EN 361:2002 EN358:2018 2797
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3
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1. PRODUCT MODEL NAME
2. DATE OF MANUFACTURE
3. PRODUCT INDIVIDUAL NUMBER
4. PRODUCT SPECIFIC DETAILS
5. RELEVANT PRODUCT STANDARD
6. REQUIREMENT TO READ USER INSTRUCTIONS
7. NOTIFIED BODY CONTROLLING THE MANUFACTURE OF THE PRODUCT
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1. EN361 FALL
ARREST ATTACH-
MENT ELEMENT
(x2)
2. EN358 WORK
POSITIONING
ATTACHMENT
ELEMENT (x2)
3. CHEST ADJUST-
MENT BUCKLE
4. TORSO ADJUST-
MENT BUCKLE
5. LEG ADJUSTMENT
BUCKLE
6. WAIST ADJUST-
MENT BUCKLE
7. GEAR ATTACH-
MENT
CORE MATERIAL(S)
Webbing: Polyester
Fall Arrest Attachment
Elements: Carbon Steel
Quick Release Buckles:
Aluminium Alloy
Adjustment Buckles:
Carbon Steel
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ULTIMA-X Harness
Product Application
The ULTIMA-X Harness is an EN361 and EN358 full body fall arrest harness, with integral
work positioning belt, designed for personal fall protection. The product must not be overload-
ed or used outside its field of application; personal protection for work at height. All Users
must be trained in work at height activities to a level of competency or must work under direct
visual control of a competent person prior to use of the product. Use of the product is at the
Users own risk and the User assumes responsible for any damages, injuries or death result-
ing from incorrect use of the product in any manner whatsoever. If there is any doubt about
the correct use and application of this product do not use it and seek advice from a competent
person or from SpanSet UK Ltd.
The harness is designed for users of 150kg maximum weight (including tools and accesso-
ries), and waist size 145cm.
PRE-USE CHECKS
Before each use check the function and condition of the product by operation of any moving
parts and inspection of the product elements with particular attention to:
Webbing—check for signs of wear, cuts, abrasion and damage due to excessive heat or
chemical contamination.
Hardware—check for signs of wear, cracks and distortion. If the hardware has moving parts,
ensure that they are free to move and operate correctly.
Product Label—the label details must be clearly legible and checked for compatibility for the
required work at height activity. Check the details of the product label to ensure the product is
within its operating lifespan.
BE AWARE THAT CONTINUOUS MONITORING OF YOUR EQUIPMENT DURING USE IS CRITICAL TO
ENSURING SAFE WORK AT HEIGHT ACTIVITIES.

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ULTIMA-X Harness
Product Compatibility
PRODUCT COMPATIBILITY
Always ensure, via specific training or advise from a competent person, that the intended
application of PPE is compatible with the products used. It cannot be assumed that all combi-
nations of PPE will interact in a safe manner.
Pay particular attention to verify connectors are positioned and closed in such a manner that
any loading of the safety system does not incorrectly load the connector or has the potential to
operate the connector gate mechanism accidentally. Always ensure the connectors are orien-
tated to load in the primary axis.
This harness has been recommended for use (but not exclusively) with the following compati-
ble elements of PPE:
EN354—Restraint lanyard to front or rear attachment point.
EN355—Fall arrest lanyard to front or rear attachment points.
EN358—Work positioning systems to front or rear attachment points, and waist belt.
EN360—Retractable fall arrest systems to front or rear attachment points.
FOR FURTHER DETAILS OF PPE COMPATIBILITY, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL SPANSET BRANCH.
ALL PPE CONNECTED INTO A SAFETY SYSTEM MUST CONFORM TO EN STANDARDS AND BEAR THE ‘CE’
LOGO. IF IN DOUBT,. SEEK ADVISE FROM YOUR LOCAL AUTHORITY OR THE MANUFACTURER, SPANSET.

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ULTIMA-X Harness
Product Use
HARNESS FITTING
Loosen the webbing at the shoulders, legs and chest
adjustment buckles and put the harness on across the
shoulders (1)
Ensure that the sub-pelvic support strap is positioned
underneath the buttock then fasten the buckles at the
leg loops and coarse adjust the webbing to fit (2 & 3).
Check that the webbing is not twisted.
Connect the buckle at the chest and coarse adjust the
shoulder webbing to fit (4).Check that the webbing is
not twisted.
Adjust the length of the chest web to provide a com-
fortable but snug fit
Tighten the webbing at the legs and shoulders equally
to provide a comfortable but snug fit. If the harness fit
is uncomfortable loosen off the webbing and adjust
again until the desired fitting is achieved.
Stow any loose webbing under the provided elasticat-
ed web tidies.
WARNING! FAILURE TO ADJUST THE HARNESS TO A
COMFORTABLY SNUG FIT MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS
DISCOMFORT OR INJURY IN A FALL ARREST EVENT.
THE HARNESS IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE PERSONAL
PROTECTION FOR WORKERS AT HEIGHT AND
WORKS BEST WHEN FITTED AS TIGHTLY AS COM-
FORT WILL ALLOW
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3
4

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ULTIMA-X Harness
Harness Buckles

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ULTIMA-X Harness
Fall Arrest
The ULTIMA-X harness is fitted with sternal and dorsal fall arrest attachment points and are
indicated by the letter ‘A’. Do not connect any elements of the fall arrest system to parts of the
harness other than the fall arrest attachment points.
CLEARANCE HEIGHTS & FREE SPACE
In a fall arrest event the free space below the User is critical to the correct operation of the
equipment and safety of the User. The free space must be sufficient to allow the fall arrest
event to occur without the potential for collision with structures of obstacles. Consideration
must also be given to the proximity of the User in relation to the anchorage to minimise the
potential for a swing fall arrest where vertical clearance may be adequate but horizontal clear-
ance may not. Calculation of clearance heights and swing fall risk should be performed and
advised by a competent person, or by contacting SpanSet UK Ltd.
Clearance height considerations
• Height of anchorage above working level
• Arresting distance of energy absorber
• Height & weight of the User
• Availability of free fall space
NOTE: OTHER FACTORS MUST ALSO BE CONSIDERED WHICH ARE SPECIFIC TO PRODUCT TYPES (I.E.
HARNESS STRETCH/SLIPPAGE UNDER FALL ARREST LOAD).
ANCHORAGES
All anchor points must satisfy the requirements of EN795 (MBS 12kN). Whenever possible;
select anchor points which limit the height of any potential fall i.e. above the User’s head
height.
Select locations of attachment which will not allow the PPE to contact aggressive or abrasive
surfaces.

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ULTIMA-X Harness
General Information
OPERATING TEMPERATURE
-35C to +75C
STORAGE OF PRODUCT
Cool well ventilated area
Do not store under heavy items
Do not expose to UV
Prevent contact with sharp objects that may damage the fibres of the webbing
CLEANING & DRYING OF PRODUCT
Wash in a container of 30C water with mild detergent
Do not machine wash or pressure wash
Dry in a well ventilated area allowing the product to drip dry (maximum +30C)
Do not expose to sources of heat or UV
CONTAMINATION
Do not allow contact with harmful substances such as acids, alkalis, fuel, paints, sol-
vents.
MODIFICATIONS
No alterations, additions or repairs should be made to this product without the written
consent of SpanSet UK Ltd.
TRANSPORTATION
During transportation, the product must be stored away from direct sunlight and in such
a manner as to avoid contamination with chemicals, dirt ingress and mechanical dam-
age. It is strongly recommended that the product is transported in the protective bag
supplied with the product or other suitable means.

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ULTIMA-X Harness
Product Lifespan
It is mandatory by European Law that all PPE must be supplied with comprehensive User
Instructions which detail the lifespan of the product, and the inspection requirements. The
actual frequency of the periodic inspection is the responsibility of the competent person in
charge of the maintenance of the product. Aggressive or arduous conditions and constant
use will potentially reduce the working life of the product and so a more frequent inspection
regime will be required to effectively monitor this. SpanSet recommend that PPE for Work at
Height is thoroughly examined by a competent person:
• Periodically at intervals not exceeding 6 months
• Interim inspections where required
SpanSet recommend that Pre Use inspection is carried out by the user before each and
every use. Any concerns about the condition of equipment must result in the item undergoing
a thorough interim inspection. In addition SpanSet give this product a period of obsolescence
of 10 years from date of manufacture, even if never used. Products should be withdrawn
from service if they meet any one of the following criteria:
• Failure of a thorough examination
• Subjected to or Used to arrest a fall
• Manufacturers period of obsolescence (shelf-life) has been reached
Compatibility and use of PPE is the responsibility of the user.
SpanSet can supply other items of equipment that are compatible with this product which
includes; EN361 fall-arrest harnesses, a variety of EN362 connectors, work positioning belts,
and adjustable safety lines. SpanSet also supplies a full range of fall arrest and access
equipment, and training either at site or on our own premises, in all aspects of height safety.
Courses are accredited under our registration to BS8454 and ISO 9001, with certificates
issued on successful completion.
Although it is not compulsory, for the safety of all users SpanSet recommends you take ad-
vantage of this training service, please contact us for further details.
SpanSet UK Ltd.
Telford Way, Middlewich, Cheshire, CW10 0HX
Tel: [phone]
www.spanset.co.uk