1. What is the "life
expentacy" of the Gemtor harness?
There
is no specific life expentancy. The harness
should be
inspected before each use. If the harness
or its components show any sign of excessive
wear or deterioration, it should be removed
from service and destroyed. (Also see #2
below.)
2. Are there any
"standards" that define how long these harnesses
should be in service?
There
is a "voluntary" ANSI standard,
which states that the life expectancy of
a harness should last 5 years from the date
of first use.
3. How can I inspect
my Gemtor Harness?
A visual
inspection is required before each use.
You are checking
for mildew, wear, damage, and other
deterioration. Buckles, D-rings, snap hooks
and thimbles shall not be distorted or
have any sharp edges, burrs, cracks, worn
parts
or corrosion. All webbing shall be free
of frayed or broken fiber, pulled stitches,
tears, abrasions, mold, burns or discoloration.
Defective components shall be removed from
service.
4. Is the Gemtor Harness compatable with the Petzl EXO Personal Escape System?
Yes. The Petzl EXO was designed to be compatible and function together with the Gemtor 541NYC harness.
5. Is the Gemtor Harness compatible with other escape systems, like the RIT P.R.E.S.S. System?
Yes. RIT Rescue & Escape Systems does design the P.R.E.S.S. system to function together with the Gemtor 541NYC Harness.
6. Where can I receive training for my Gemtor 541 or Gemtor 541NYC Harness?
All Hands Fire Equipment and our cooperative training company, First Due Training, are both Qualified Trainers for the Gemtor Harness. For further information or to schedule a class, please call (888) 681-1009.
7. What is the benefit to having loops sewn into my bunker pants?
Loops keep the Gemtor harness in place while the turnout pants are stowed. During the turnout pants donning phase, loops ensure the the pants go on quick and easy. It also keeps leg loops and waist straps in their correct positions and provides easy accessibility to the connection points.
Additional questions
pertaining to the Gemtor Harnesses can be
directed to the manufacturer, GEMTOR at (800)
405-9048.