FallTech 8031 Roughneck Belly Belt with Connecting Straps

Description

FallTech Roughneck

FallTech 8031 Roughneck Belly Belt with Mating Buckles and Connecting Straps

The FallTech 8031 is a Roughneck Pipe Positioning Belly Belt with 8 inch heavyweight web construction, a 3 inch anterior support band, and plated alloy steel hardware. Integrated fixed-position frontal D-rings are ideally suited for throwing pipe in monkey board positioning applications.

Adjustable upper-torso mating buckles and straps attach the belt to FallTech 8021-series derrick harnesses, and 7 adjustment positions provide a 9 inch range of fit. It meets OSHA 1926.502 and 1910.66 regulations and is available in Small, Medium, Large, and XL. This is a positioning belt, not a fall arrest device, and it must be used with a compliant full body harness system.

8 in WebHeavyweight Construction3 in BandAnterior Support130 to 310 lbANSI User Capacity130 to 425 lbOSHA User Capacity5,000 lb webPolyester Webbing Strength4 SizesSmall Through XL7 Positions9 in Adjustment Range2 D-RingsFixed Frontal Positioning

Who Needs This Product

Derrickhands who work the monkey board and need a dedicated pipe positioning belt over their 8021-series derrick harness. The frontal D-rings take the positioning line loads while the upper-torso straps keep the belt anchored to the harness during aggressive pipe handling.

Features

8 inch heavyweight web

8 inch heavyweight web construction with a 3 inch anterior support band spreads positioning loads across the belly.

Fixed frontal D-rings

Integrated fixed-position frontal D-rings are ideally suited for throwing pipe in monkey board positioning applications.

Upper-torso connecting straps

Adjustable upper-torso mating buckles and straps attach the belt to 8021-series derrick harnesses so it stays put under load.

7-position adjustment

Features 7 adjustment positions providing a 9 inch range of fit across each belt size.

Plated alloy steel hardware

Buckles rated to 3,372 lb min. static strength with polyester webbing rated to 5,000 lb min. static strength.

OSHA compliant positioning

Meets OSHA 1926.502 and 1910.66 regulations for work positioning when used with a compliant full body harness.

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Safety first. A body belt is for work positioning and restraint only and must never be used as fall arrest body support. OSHA 1926.502 requires fall arrest connections to be made to the dorsal D-ring of a compliant full body harness, and a positioning system must limit free fall to 2 ft or less. Inspect the belt before each use and never use equipment that has been loaded by a fall until a competent person removes it from service.

Compliance Standards

OSHA 1926.502 and 1910.66

Meets OSHA construction and powered platform regulations for work positioning equipment per FallTech published specifications.

Body Belt Instruction Manual

The FallTech Body Belts manual covers use, limitations, inspection, and the 425 lb capacity for positioning and restraint applications.

Applications

Monkey board pipe handlingDerrickhands throwing pipe with positioning lines on the frontal D-rings.Drilling rig derrick workPositioning support over an 8021-series harness during tower operations.Workover and service rigsBelly support and positioning during rod and tubing work.Restraint applicationsKeeping the worker from reaching a fall hazard area per OSHA 1926.502.Long-duration positioning8 inch web and anterior band spread loads during extended board time.Fleet standardizationMatching belly belts to 8021-series harnesses across rig crews.

How to Use

The belly belt installs over a donned and adjusted derrick harness in a few steps.

1. Inspect first. Check webbing, stitching, D-rings, and buckles for damage before every use. Remove the belt from service if you find cuts, burns, or deformed hardware.
2. Don the harness first. Put on and adjust your derrick harness completely before adding the belly belt.
3. Attach the belt. Connect the mating buckles to the matching harness attachment points and center the frontal D-rings.
4. Adjust the fit. Use the grommeted adjustment positions to snug the belt so it carries load on the anterior support band without restricting breathing.
5. Connect positioning lines. Attach positioning lanyards to the frontal D-rings only, and keep your fall arrest connection on the harness dorsal D-ring.

Inspection and Service Life

OSHA requires personal fall protection to be inspected before each use, and a competent person should formally inspect positioning equipment at least annually. Log formal inspections so the service history follows the belt.

• Webbing: look for cuts, fraying, abrasion, burns, chemical damage, and UV fading across the 8 inch web and support band
• Stitching: check for pulled, broken, or abraded threads, especially at the D-ring and buckle junctions
• D-rings and hardware: confirm no cracks, sharp edges, corrosion, or distortion, and that mating buckles engage positively
• Attachment straps: verify the harness connection points and adjustment grommets are intact
• Labels: verify the label is present and legible, including the date of first use

Retire the belt immediately if it has been loaded by a fall, if any inspection point fails, or if the label is missing or unreadable. Destroy retired equipment so it cannot return to service.

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Technical Specifications

Type	Pipe Positioning Belly Belt
SKU	8031
Family	Roughneck
D-Rings	Fixed-position frontal positioning D-rings; plated alloy steel (not fall arrest rated)
Attachment	Upper-torso mating buckles and straps; fits 8021-series harnesses
Webbing	Polyester; 5,000 lb min. static strength; 8 in web with 3 in anterior support band
Buckles	Plated alloy steel; 3,372 lb min. static strength
Adjustment	7 positions; 9 in range of fit
ANSI User Capacity	130 to 310 lb max.
OSHA User Capacity	130 to 425 lb max.
Standards	OSHA 1926.502 and 1910.66
Available Configurations	8031S (Small), 8031M (Medium), 8031L (Large), 8031XL (XL)
Warranty	FallTech 2-year manufacturer warranty, honored through Fall Protection Distributors

Frequently Asked Questions

What sizes does the 8031 come in?The 8031 is available in 4 size options: Small, Medium, Large, and XL. Each size offers 7 adjustment positions providing a 9 inch range of fit, so size the belt to your waist measurement over work clothing.Which harnesses does the 8031 fit?The 8031 is built to attach to FallTech 8021-series derrick harnesses. The adjustable upper-torso mating buckles and straps connect to the harness so the belt stays positioned during pipe handling on the monkey board.Is the 8031 a fall arrest device?No. The 8031 is a work positioning belly belt, and its frontal D-rings are for positioning lines only. Fall arrest protection must come from a compliant full body harness with the arrest connection on the dorsal D-ring, per OSHA 1926.502.What is the difference between the 8031 and the 8035?The 8031 includes adjustable upper-torso mating buckles and connecting straps for attachment to 8021-series harnesses. The 8035 uses lower-torso mating buckles that attach to the adjustable straps on 8006-series and 8007-series derrick harnesses.What is the weight capacity of the 8031?FallTech lists an ANSI user capacity of 130 to 310 lb max. and an OSHA user capacity of 130 to 425 lb max., including the worker, clothing, and tools. The FallTech Body Belts manual lists a 425 lb capacity for positioning applications.How often does the 8031 need to be inspected?OSHA requires an inspection before each use, and a competent person should formally inspect the belt at least annually. Check the 8 inch web for cuts, abrasion, and chemical damage, and confirm the frontal D-rings and mating buckles are free of cracks and distortion.When should I replace the 8031?Service life is determined by inspection. Replace the belt when webbing shows cuts, burns, or heavy abrasion, when hardware is cracked, corroded, or distorted, when stitching is pulled or broken, or when the label is no longer legible.

Submittals and Documentation

FallTech 8031 Spec SheetOne-page technical specifications for this productFallTech 8031 Instruction ManualFallTech Body Belts manual with use, inspection, and capacity information

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• FallTech 8021 Roughneck 4D Derrick Bosun Belted Harness
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Pair this product with compatible FallTech connectors, lanyards, and anchors to build a complete fall protection system with matched components.

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