Rintakaariturvajärjestelmä

Rintakaariturvajärjestelmä, often translated as chest harness safety system, refers to a type of personal protective equipment designed to prevent falls from a height. It is a component of a larger fall arrest system. The primary function of the rintakaariturvajärjestelmä is to distribute the forces experienced during a fall arrest evenly across the wearer's chest and shoulders. This distribution is crucial to minimize the risk of injury that could occur if the impact force were concentrated on a single point.

The rintakaariturvajärjestelmä typically consists of straps that go over the shoulders and across the chest. It is often used in conjunction with other harness components, such as a back D-ring, to which a fall arrest lanyard or lifeline is attached. When a fall occurs, the system arrests the motion and the forces are managed by the harness design. Proper fitting and adjustment are essential for the rintakaariturvajärjestelmä to function effectively and safely. It is commonly found in industries where working at height is a requirement, such as construction, roofing, and maintenance. Standards and regulations govern the design, testing, and use of such safety systems to ensure worker protection.