CFM chuck123wapati Posted January 15, 2020 CFM Report Posted January 15, 2020 I think you can easily repair them as well or better than new but any insurance company more than likely would not protect the wearer if he did get hurt no matter if your work failed or not, OSHA wouldn't accept it either. Personally if an employee of mine brought in safety gear that was altered or rebuilt by anyone other than the manufacturer or people qualified to do repairs on their product it would be a get them out of here situation. That is why people sue the repairers because they get these things repaired without thought of laws, rules and insurance companies then when they get hurt they have no other options to cover their own personal negligence of not just buying a new pair. Yes we live in a world devoid of common sense. Quote Worked in a prison for 30 years if I aint shiny every time I comment its no big deal, I just don't wave pompoms. “I won’t be wronged, I won’t be insulted, and I won’t be laid a hand on. I don’t do these things to other people, and I require the same from them.” THE DUKE!
Members SaintJoy18 Posted January 15, 2020 Members Report Posted January 15, 2020 7 hours ago, Handstitched said: Ok , on the one hand I would use 5-6mm harness, thats what I use on stirrup straps etc. , something that takes the weight of an adult, however, I'd be very worried about the liability . So why did they go out of business? hope it wasn't a liability issue? HS From what I could find out (danged ole internet) it wasn't anything to do with liability. I think there were just better, more economical products out there. Quote
Members Chief Filipino Posted January 17, 2020 Author Members Report Posted January 17, 2020 Thank you all for your advice! I brought up my concerns with my coworker I've gotten a better idea and feel for the situation. He has been climbing for years and uses all the additional safety lines, etc. I do feel that this is within my skill range, the biggest concern being the liability should something happen. He had some fiberglass newer ones that were stolen out of his truck along with a whole bunch of other equipment, these will just be a temporary use while he saves up money for a new pair and he's had these for a long time so there is sentimental value to them as well. Replacing the leather will give them new life for a little while until he gets his replacement pair so I think I'll give it a go. Thank you all again! Quote Halo-Halo Creations your home of culturally inspired handmade leather, calligraphy, and more. http://tinyurl.com/hhcreations
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