Harness, Lifeline, and Anchorage
Inspect these components regularly. Review the table below that highlights what to look for.
| Component | What to Look for |
|---|---|
| Harness Webbing | Frayed edges, broken fibers, pulled stitches, cuts, burns and chemical damage. |
| Harness D-rings | Cracks, breaks, and rough or sharp edges; the D-ring should pivot easily |
| Harness Buckles | Excessive wear, frayed or cut fibers, broken stitching |
| Harness Grommets | Loose, bent, or broken grommets, and punched holes not made by the manufacturer |
| Lifelines | Wear or deterioration |
| Anchorages/Anchorage Connectors | Look for abrasion and damaged threads or swages. Inspect stitching and loops on synthetic slings for cuts, cracks, or frayed and broken stitching. Look for excessive kinks or damaged steel fibers. |
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8-2. When should you replace a harness D-ring?
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