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Work have purchased some harness for doing work at height. We do have some larger people and I have questioned myself about the suitability of the harness for people that weigh a few more pounds than the average Joe.
Looking through the EN 361 and accompanying standards, the harness is tested to 100KG. Some of our guys will be over 100KG.
I've got in touch with our supplier and asked them if they do a harness that is capable of taking a person of between 110KG - 135KG. The harness they have shown me still only conforms to EN 361.
I'm after a definitive answer on the load capacity that can be strapped into a harness but it's pretty weak out there trying to find the answer.
ANSI state that their standard weight capacity for harnesses can go up to 140KG.
Does anyone have any answers regarding the maximum weight that can be placed in a harness (please leave rescue and anchor points out of the discussion as it will probably go off track otherwise)
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As far as I'm concerned, EN 813 and EN 361 harnesses will do the job. Remember to consider lanyard as well.
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As far as i am aware during the the lab testing , some safety factors also are being considered as well, 110 should not be an issue probably but 135 KG is considerable.
SHV
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This is from Span Set's website (No dealings with this company)
ATLAS
The Atlas harness is a 2 point full body harness designed for larger users. European Standards are currently based around testing using 100kg masses. The Atlas harness conforms to all aspects of the standard using both 100kg and 140 kg masses. With a heavier duty construction wider range of adjustment, front and rear attachment points the Atlas harness is suitable for work restraint and fall arrest applications. Users selecting the Atlas harness should ensure that all other components in their system are also rated for a larger user. Span Set have a full range of suitable products and will be happy to provide advice.
I'd considering contacting them.
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Also remember yours anchors and connectors.
A 100kg+ Guy taking a fall factor 2 can generate literally tonnes.
Also you shock pack may not be able to limit forces to 6kn, with a large load. This can cause consideaable injury or death.
Don't forget your rescue plan!
Phil
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HeO2 wrote:Also remember yours anchors and connectors.
A 100kg+ Guy taking a fall factor 2 can generate literally tonnes.
Also you shock pack may not be able to limit forces to 6kn, with a large load. This can cause consideaable injury or death.
Don't forget your rescue plan!
Phil
Tongue in cheek. Thanks for that.
Thanks for all your other answers. If the European Standard is tested to 100kg why are companies stating that their equipment has been tested to the relevant standard but recommend that larger users can also use their harnesses.
I have a brochure from Sala and they have a chart that states user of 137kg (This is what it looks like in a graph it could be 138KG or 136kg) can use their XL harnesses. While the standard EN361 is applied. It doesn't really make sense and until I find some proof of testing, I'm not going to recommend that 'larger' people wear harnesses. It's a nightmare to find the answer in black and white.
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Try to get in touch with the manufacturer, not the supplier, and request load test certificate or a Declaration of Conformity that will state the weight used during the test.
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