INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE CHECK LIST 

HARNESSES 

Most harnesses are manufactured from nylon with metal buckles; both of these require careful inspection as will the gear loop/s. 

Always read manufacturers’ instructions. 

Inspection 

¨   ID number present (if required) 

Metal components 

¨   Alignments of buckles – twisting, buckling

¨   Wear

¨   Corrosion

¨   Cracks 

Nylon components 

¨   Cuts and abrasions to webbing

¨   Cuts and abrasions to stitching

¨   Glazing or crispiness – due to friction, heat damage or possible chemical contamination

¨   Discoloration – due to chemical contamination or prolonged UV exposure

¨   Excessive stiffness – due to overloading, possibly as the result of a fall 

Maintenance

Clean prior to inspection, harnesses can be washed in cool water with mild detergent. 

Store hung up, dry and clean away from contaminants and direct sunlight. 

Marking 

Harnesses can be marked with indelible maker pen in a non load bearing area not liable to contamination, e.g. between waist belt and padding.