LINESMENS SAFETY HARNESS
H1994.37
Linesmens' safety harness, three pieces of material connected together to form a harness. Metal hooks and buckles connect the harness together. Used for attending to power lines, men would strap this harness around them and connect it to a safety point so they would not fall to the ground. Text written on harness reads 'B1278'.
Department:
History DepartmentCollection
| Accession Number: | H1994.37 |
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| Accession Date: | 8 Feb 1994 |
| Credit: | Telecom |
Material
| Leather |
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| Canvas/Textile |
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| Metal |
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| Cotton/Textile |
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Measurement
| length | 2390mm |
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| width | 60mm |
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