Rope 3 - Personal Harness

Question 1

Personal Harness

Answer 1

• Min break strength = 6000 lbs
• 3 sizes = S, M, & XL
  
  • Small = small “s” at end of serial #
  • XL = small “XL” at end of serial #
• M’s name on inside of belly strap
• Proper position for waistband = Across upper level of hip
• Belly strap slide buckle for proper position of harness handle &
  rappel hook
• Waistband slide buckle for snug fit (in rear)
• “D” Ring @ M’s left side - Align vertical section of “D” w/vertical
  seam of pants
• Leg straps = Remain loose; Made snug B4 slide ops.
• Use of PSS = ONLY handle support strap is released
• Issued to all M’s up to & Incl. BC. Upon promo to DC, harness
  returned to R&D
• Retire OR TerminTion = Harness returned to R&D

Question 2

Reasons for Personal Harness OOS

Answer 2

Any Abnormality

Persistent OR Unknown stains

Impact load = 3’ or more

Doubt

GROSSLY contaminated