If your business involves working at height, harness and lanyard inspection in Ireland is not optional. It is a legal requirement. Here is everything you need to know about keeping your team safe and your business compliant.

Is Harness and Lanyard Inspection a Legal Requirement in Ireland?

Yes. The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 require employers to keep all PPE in good condition. Specifically, this includes harnesses and lanyards. A competent person must inspect them at regular intervals. As a result, failure to comply puts your workers and your business at serious risk.

How Often Should Harnesses and Lanyards Be Inspected?

Most harnesses and lanyards need a formal inspection at least every six months. However, equipment in harsh environments may need more frequent checks. For example, this includes construction sites, offshore locations, and areas with chemical exposure.

In addition to formal inspections, workers should carry out a visual pre-use check before every shift. While this does not replace a formal inspection, it helps identify obvious damage early.

What Is a GA3 Certificate?

A GA3 certificate confirms that a harness or lanyard passes independent inspection. Furthermore, it confirms the equipment meets recognised Irish safety standards. Holding a valid GA3 certificate demonstrates compliance with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act. It also reduces your liability in the event of an incident or audit.

If an accident occurs and your equipment lacks a current GA3 certificate, your insurer may refuse to pay out on a claim.

Why Does Harness Inspection Matter for Your Business?

Over time, sunlight, dirt, chemicals, and wear degrade webbing, stitching, and hardware. As a result, equipment can become unsafe even when it looks fine. Therefore, routine inspections catch deterioration early and prevent serious injury.

Moreover, regular harness and lanyard inspection shows your team, your clients, and regulators that your business takes safety seriously.

Book Your Inspection with Procheck

Procheck provides professional fall arrest equipment inspection services across Ireland. We issue GA3 certificates, tags, and full written reports on every job. We cover businesses nationwide and schedule reminders for your next inspection date.

Contact Procheck today to book your inspection.