Rope 3 - Personal Harness Flashcards
1
Q
Personal Harness
A
- 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
2
Q
Reasons for Personal Harness OOS
A
Any Abnormality
Persistent OR Unknown stains
Impact load = 3’ or more
Doubt
GROSSLY contaminated