The latest Safety Alert relates to the use of Petzl fall arrest harnesses.
Petzl issued the following Safety Alert / Recall Notice regarding their Newton, Newton fast, and Newton Easyfit harnesses – European versions.
Read more from Petzl HERE.
For locations using safety harnesses, please review the make / model / year and take appropriate action where necessary. Please also advise contractors as appropriate.
Details of the Recall: The recall is due to a nonconforming batch of FAST LT buckles used in these harnesses. These buckles, positioned at the chest, are crucial for fastening the harness. If the harness is attached via the dorsal point and the FAST LT buckle breaks, the harness can become unfastened. This poses a significant risk as it could lead to a fatal fall if the user falls or is suspended in the harness.
Immediate Actions Required:
- Cease all use of the affected harnesses immediately.
- Quarantine the harnesses to prevent further use.
- Return the harnesses to Petzl. Contact your local Petzl after-sales service via their contact form.
- Distribute this information to all relevant personnel and networks to ensure everyone is aware of the recall.
Petzl will either replace the harness with a new one or inspect it for nonconforming buckles. If the harness does not have nonconforming buckles, it will be returned as is.