Vertiqual Engineering V33 Series User manual

Edition: 20.02.2019
Instruction manual for Full Body Harnesses
C2, C3, V3, V33, V34 certified according to EN 361
Thank you for choosing a VERTIQUAL® harness! You have purchased a high quality product that will reliably protect you and will be your companion for a long time
when working at heights and depths.
This manual must be read and understood before using the product! This product will be used with other equipment (components) thus forming a system for working at
heights. Please refer to the instruction manual of each component in your system for compatibility and correct use! Following these instructions accordingly is essential
for your safety. Failure to do so can result in serious or even fatal accidents! Keep these instructions together with the product, accessible to all users, so they can consult
them whenever is needed!
WARNING!
These instructions are a basic comprehensive guide to the safe use of the purchased equipment. They contain general information about the product, intended to help
the user, but cannot cover all the situations that may occur in the daily activities and cannot in any case replace the specialized training courses for safety at heights. This
PPE against falls from heights can only be used by well-trained users, who are familiar with the relevant legislation and who have successfully completed a special safety
training course for working at heights.
C2
C3
V3
V33
V34
V33 Flex Comfort
V33 Rescue
V33 Pharma
V34 Offshore
V33 Safe Recovery
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WARNING!
For works with risk of falling from heights or in depths, a risk assessment must be carried out in advance in accordance with current regulations and legal provisions (EN
standards or specific national rules) that will provide adequate measures for safety and rescue!
WARNING!
Instructions for use are updated when technical or legislative changes occur. The lates version of the instructions overwrites previous versions and is the only valid
version. Please make sure you follow the instructions of the most recent version. You can download the most recent instructions from our website
www.vertiqualsafety.com by accessing the section of each product. For help or additional questions, please contact us at [e-mail] or Tel. (+40)
0365/882143.
FIELD OF USE
Along with other tested and certified components, the Full Body Harnesses are used in fall arrest systems. The purpose of this systems is to stop the free fall of the user,
absorbing most of the shock and distributing the remaining force evenly, while holding the users body in a proper position until he or she is rescued.
The product must be used exclusivelly as a PPEaF (Personal Protective Equipment against Fall), in usual environments with temperatures between -30℃and +50℃,
without potentially explosive atmospheres, far away from flames, sparks or hot metal splash. Avoid contact with sharp edges, electricity, chemicals, corrosive solutions
and substances, excessive heat, oils, paints or any other contaminants. The structures used for anchoring have to meet the requirements of EN 795-2012, musth have
NO sharp edges and must be capable to withstand minimum 12 kN. The anchor point must be located as high as possible above the user and as close as possible to
the vertical axis of the users position, thus reducing the fall distance and prevent pendullum accidents. The minimum free space below the user (fall clearance) must be
ensured to prevent hitting the ground or any obstacles while the fall is arrested.
DESCRIPTION
VERTIQUAL®Full Body Harnesses are made of 45 mm special high tensile webbings. The webbings used for the EVO, Power&Comfort and Galaxy series are treated
against oil and dirt impregnation. Webbings used for the Galaxy series have an additional treatment called Ag+ Ions, which offers anti-microbial and anti-fungal
properties. The anchor rings and the buckles are made of high tensile steel or high tensile aluminium alloy. The buckles used for opening/closing the straps can have
manual locking (classic type) or automatic locking (click type). The harnesses can also be equipped with different types of fall indicators.
A Full Body Harnesses is comprised of shoulder straps, chest straps and leg straps. The dorsal attachement ring (marked with “A” symbol) is located at the intersection
of the webbings, between the shoulder blades. The SCAFF version of the C3 and V3 harnesses is fitted with a dorsal exension strap which has a total length of 0,5m.
The frontal attachement ring located in the chest area can have various configurations. The C3 and V3 have two textile loops (marked „A/2”) which need to be connected
together in order to use as a fall arrest attachement point. The V33 and V34 models are fitted with a single frontal ring located in the chest area. Harnesses belonging to
the EVO, Power&Comfort and Galaxy series are fitted with paddings for legs and shoulders for improoved comfort.
VERTIQUAL®harnesses are manufactured in two main series. CHANTIER series, which have the “C” identifier in the begining of the name (eg. C2 , C3) and
VERTIQUAL series which have the “V” identifier in the begining of the name (eg. V3, V33). All VERTIQUAL® harnesses (Chantier & Vertiqual series) have a minimum
breaking load of 15 kN. Harnesses belonging to CHANTIER series are tested according to EN 361 requirements using a dummy weighing 100 kg and are approoved for
users up to 100 kg (including equipment).
Harnesses belonging to VERTIQUAL series are tested additionally with a dummy weighing 150 kg, being subjected to greater loads than requiered by the actual EN 361
standard. The harnesses belonging to the VERTIQUAL series can be used by persons weighing up to 140 kg (including equippment). In this case the shock
absorbing lanyard used (or other fall arrest device) must be approoved for higher user weight of 140 kg. The energy absorber must also be capable to offer the same
performance and to reduce the shock force below 6 kN, in case af a fall, while working with higher user weight. For this purpose, we recommend using shock absorbing
lanyards of the MAGNUM series (tested and certified for users between 50-150 kg). We recommend the use of VERTIQUAL® harnesses together with other
VERTIQUAL® manufactured components, to have guaranteed 100% compatibility of your equipment!
FRONTAL RING
FRONTAL LOOPS
DORSAL RING
RESCUE LOOP
The rings and textile loops marked with “A” or „A/2” are the only attachement
points that can be used for arresting a fall! Only to these points it is allowed to
connect one of the following fall arrest equipment:
- Retractable type fall arresters (EN 360)
- Guided type fall arresters including a flexible anchor line (EN 353-2)
- Guided type fall arresters including a rigid anchor line (EN 353-1)
- Descent and rescue devices (EN 341 and EN 1496)
- Energy absorbing lanyards (EN 354 + EN 355)
Dorsal extension (*available on „SCAFF” versions)
The dorsal extension strap can be used only if
the D-ring at the free end is connected to a
retractable type fall arrester (EN360) or to an
energy absorbing lanyard (EN 354 + EN355).
The length of the energy absorbing lanyard
used must not exceed 1,5 m !

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Special purpose Full Body Harnesses (sub-types):
1.The V33 FLEX COMFORT full body harness integrates semi-elastic webbings which improves comfort and freedom of movemment.
2.The V33 RESCUE is fitted with an adittional rescue loop (EN 1497 certified) which located in the shoulders area.
3.The V33 PHARMA is made using white colour webbing with special treatments for antimicrobial and fungicide action. All metal parts of the harness are overmoulded
with a thick nylon layer. This harness is recomended for the food industry or environments where cleannes and hygiene are important.
4.The V34 EXPLORER OFFSHORE is manufactured using marine grade stainless steel hardware (all buckles and rings) and is recommended for marine environments.
5.The V33 SAFE RECOVERY prevents falling of the patient that is being rescued using a suspended stretcher.
WARNING! Before use, the integrity and compatibility of the equipment must be checked.If damage is identified, the harness must be immediately withdrawn from use! If
there is any doubt regarding the condition of the equippment it must be sent to the manufacturer or to an authorised representative of the manufacturer for a proffessional
evaluation.
The harness must be immediatelly removed from service if:
1.The marking/label is missing or is unreadable.
2.Damage has been identified (incisions, worn seams, discoloration, hardened or thinned
areas, burns, rusted or deformed metal parts, defective buckles) or if any abnormalities of the
parts or structure have been found.
3.Contact with paints or unknown chemicals had occurred (irreversible contaminations).
4.The harness was involved in a fall arrest or had been subjected to heavy loading.
5.The integrity of the equipment is questionable and the inspection log is incomplete or
missing.
6.The equipment was in service longer than 10 years.
Fitting the harness:
1. Pick up the harness by the dorsal ring and swing it gently up and down to reposition the
straps and to ease untangling.
2. Open all buckles then put the harness over the shoulders (like dressing a vest).
3. Ensure there are no twisted straps then,one by one, close the chest, waist and legs buckles.
4. For V33 and V34 models, the chest buckle must be closed through the chest ring (check the images below).
5. Each leg strap will be passed between the legs, from back to front and the buckles will be closed with their corresponding
counterpart.
6. Check if the straps are positioned correctly and adjust the length for each one.
7. Ensure that all buckles are closed and locked, that there are no twisted straps and all free ends of the straps are held using
the ealstic rings or rubber sliders provided on the harness.
8. A harness fitted correctly has the dorsal ring is located in the middle, between the shoulder blades and the frontal ring /
frontal loops located in the lower half of the sternum.
9. The straps will be tightened so that one or two fingers can slide in between the body and the strap (check the images
below). If the adjustment is too tight the harness will be uncomfortable and the user will have difficulties working. Insufficientlly
adjusted or loose straps can lead to serious or even fatal accidents!
10. Before working, it is recommended to perform a quick hanging test from a small and safe height, in order to check the
adjustments and the comfort of the harness.
Fitting the V33 SAFE RECOVERY will requiere following the next steps:
-open all buckles and lay down the harness over the rescue stretcher as it is presented in the drawing (sewn on the harness).
-Lay down the patient then close and check every buckle with its coresponding counterpart in the order shown by the drawing. Make sure no strap is twisted!
-Adjust every strap to the corect length, then connect a suitable lanyard / safety line to the frontal ring (chest ring).
-WARNING! For moving an injured person all medical and emergency procedures will be strictly followed!
WARNING! This product is developped as a Personal Protective Equipment against Fall (PPEaF). Bringing modifications to it or asigning other uses are strictly forbidden!
Each user shall use his own PPEaF as well as his own rescue equipment. The user must know the performances and limitations of his equipment! In case of uncertainty
FALL INDICATORS (OPTIONAL)
OK !
DANGER!
DO NOT USE THE
HARNESS!
DISCARD THE HARNESS
IMMEDIATELY!
Chest buckle
V33 , V34
Automatic (CLICK) buckles
Manual (CLASSIC) buckles
Adjuster buckle
Checking straps adjustment

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regarding the equipment seek advice from the manufacturer or distributor.
Service Life
The service life, under normal conditions of use is 6-8 years, from the date of the first use and can reach max. 10 years(*). The date of first use must be written in the
inspection log! The storage of new, unused products, under optimal conditions (dark, cool, dry, clean, no chemical vapors or gases, kept in original packing) should not
exceed 2 years. If the storage time has exceeded 2 years the extra time spent will be subtracted from the service life.
(*) harnesses belonging to a single user, which were subject to periodical inspections by experts and recorded in the Inspection Log, carefully treated and maintained,
that were stored in accordance with regulations, were not in contact with oils, greasses or aggressive chemicals, were not used extensively, can be hold in service for up
to 10 years.
Intensive use, heavy and stressful working conditions, improper application and faulty maintenance can reduce or even end the service life of the equipment. Some
events, such as exposure to severe heat, exposure to corrosive chemicals and use over sharp edges can shorten the service life to a single use! The service life will be
ended if any of the facts presented in the previous chapter has been identified.
STORAGE, MAINTENANCE, TRANSPORT
The equipment should be stored in a dry, cool and well-ventilated room, if possible, in its original packaging. While in storage, this PPEaF must be protected from UV
radiation, solar radiation, heat, sparks, incandescent metal splash, electricity, chemicals, sharp objects, heat sources, dust, cement, oils and greases or any kind of
contaminants. Buckles and metal parts can be cleand using a soft cloth or using compressed air. If necessary, the textile parts can be claned using warm water (30°C)
then rinsed. Drying the wet equipment will be made by hanging it in well-ventilated room away from any heat source. When fully dried, the equippment can be storred
accordingly in its packaging (bag or box). Transport of the equipment must be made in its protective bag or box, away from any factor that could contaminate or inflict
damage.
MARKING
All VERTIQUAL® PPEaF are fitted with a label which contains the following elements and essential infromation: name of the manufacturer, name of the model and
version (if applicable),size, manufacturing date (month and year), standards/norms the product complies to, European CE marking with identification number of the
notified body that issued the certificate, international symbol/icon for reading the instructions before use and the product’s serial number. The label must be always
present and readable!
PERIODIC INSPECTIONS AND CHECKS
The user must perform a visual and functional inspection of his equipment before and after each use! During use, it is important to monitor your equipment in order to
identify possible damages inflicted in use, without being aware of it. The equipment must be inspected at least once every 12 months or more often if required,
depending on the working conditions and compulsory after every incident it has been involved in. Inspections can be carried out only by the manufacturer or by an
authorised inspections center. If the periodic inspections were not performed at least once every 12 months, were carried out by unqualified persons, or without
strictly respecting the manufacturers instructions, the warranty is lost and the manufacturer declines any responsability related to the equipment!
Inspection Log! Every PPEaF is delivered with an Inspection Log. This document must be kept safely and sent along with the product for every inspection.
The Log (table) contains important data regarding your equipment. The date, signature of the inspector and the results are also recorded. The date of first use must be
written in the Inspection Log by the user!
Repairs or any other modifications can be performed only by the manufacturer! Any repairs,modifications or additions (even minor ones) performed by anyone else are
strictly forbidden, lead to the loss of the manufacturers guarantee and any responsibility related to this product!
WARRANTY AND LIABILITY!
The manufacturer offers a 24 month warranty for this PPEaF from the date of first use.The user has the obligation to write the date of first use in the Inspection Log. If the
date of first use was not filled in, the warranty period will be calculated from the manufacturing date. The warranty is applicable only for material or manufacturing defects!
Damage resulting from normal wear and tear, corrosion, poor maintenance (or no maintenance at all), those resulted from carelessness, accidents, fall arrest,
unauthorised repairs or modifications, wrong use of this PPEaF or any other reasons are NOT covered by the warranty!
The warranty does NOT cover the springs of the carabiners and automatic buckles as these can be damaged due to inadequate storage or improper use.
Warranty claims only apply to the product. All claims by the user or any other party for the direct, indirect or any consequential damages resulting from the use of this
PPEaF are excluded from guarantee and liability assumptions. Any claims in this regard are hereby expressly rejected.
The user must be informed regarding the dangers of work at heights and depths. He should be aware of the risks and he has to be aware that he is the only responsible
for eventual damage, accidents or even death which may result from the use of this equipment. If the user is unable to do so or if he does not have the competence to do
so, he cannot use this PPEaF.
VERTIQUAL Engineering SRL herewith rejects any liability claims for direct, indirect, accidental or consequential damages resulting from the use of this PPEaF (Personal
Protective Equipment against Fall).
The EU / EC type examination was carried out by: INCDPM (The National Research and Development Institute for Occupational Safety-Bucharest). European notified
body: NB 2756.
The EU / EC Declaration of Conformity can be downloaded from our website www.vertiqualsafety.com by accessing the product’s dedicated section.
Manufacturer: Vertiqual Engineering S.R.L.
RO-547367 Corunca DN1-E60 Nr. 397G
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