STRAP TRAUMA

Product Description

The Peakworks Trauma Strap (SKU V860303) is a suspension trauma relief strap designed for use with full body harnesses in personal fall arrest systems. When a worker is suspended in a harness following a fall arrest event, blood can pool in the legs due to the pressure of the leg straps, leading to suspension trauma — a potentially life-threatening condition that can develop within minutes. The trauma strap provides a means for the suspended worker to stand up in the harness, relieving pressure on the femoral arteries and allowing blood to circulate normally while awaiting rescue.

The trauma strap is a simple, lightweight accessory that attaches to the harness and can be deployed quickly by the suspended worker without tools or assistance. By creating a foothold or step loop, it allows the worker to shift their weight off the leg straps and into a more upright standing position, significantly reducing the risk of suspension trauma during extended suspension periods. This type of accessory is widely recommended as a standard component of any fall arrest system where rescue may be delayed.

The V860303 is intended to be pre-attached to the harness before beginning work at height so that it is immediately accessible in the event of a fall. It should be inspected before each use for signs of wear, fraying, or damage, and replaced if any defects are found. Trauma straps are a critical component of a comprehensive fall protection plan and should be used in conjunction with a rescue plan that minimizes suspension time following a fall arrest event.

Material: Webbing Construction

Compatible With: Full Body Harnesses Personal Fall Arrest Systems

Uses: Suspension trauma relief following fall arrest Reducing pressure on leg straps during suspension Providing a foothold for suspended workers awaiting rescue Fall arrest systems where rescue may be delayed

Key Features: Provides suspension trauma relief during harness suspension Lightweight and easy to deploy without tools Creates a foothold to allow the worker to stand up in the harness Pre-attachable to harness for immediate accessibility Reduces risk of suspension trauma during extended suspension periods

Note: Suspension trauma can develop within minutes of a fall arrest event. Always have a rescue plan in place to minimize suspension time. Inspect before each use and replace if any damage is found.