Safety Harnesse : What is it?
| Safety harnesses are protective devices that can be worn over the shoulders and chest, or from the waist down. Most safety harnesses are made of durable nylon webbing that is comfortable to use. They can be fitted with other accessories like buckles, rings, and loops. Safety harnesses are used in industrial and rescue applications that mostly involve people climbing up at a height or descending from an elevated surface. |
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Kinds of Safety Harnesses include the following: |
Climbing Safety Harnesses
Climbing Safety Harnesses are made for climbing, hiking, and climbing tall water, cell, and radio antennas and towers.
They are made of durable and lightweight nylon.
They are worn like traditional vests.
They have adjustable waist and shoulder straps for a snug fit.
They can have D-rings on the front and back, or detachable seat slings.
Most models come in three sizes: small, medium, and large to fit most adults.
Five-point Safety Harnesses
Five-point Safety Harnesses are full-body harnesses made of lightweight nylon webbing.
They are worn over the shoulders and around the thighs for maximum security.
They have adjustable leg loops and shoulder straps for the best fit.
Some models have padded shoulder straps to keep the wearer comfortable while climbing or working.
They can have adjustable chest and waist buckles to keep them secure.
They can have a breaking strength of up to 5,500 pounds.
They are commonly used by construction workers, linemen, and climbers,
They are available in children's sizes, adult sizes, and one size that can fit all.
Vest Safety Harnesses
Vest Safety Harnesses are mainly used for hunting.
The harness is sewn on the interior of the vest
They can also be used with ladder style, hang-on, and climbing treestands.
They are made with mating buckle tethers with crimped breakaways and mating buckles attached to the climbing straps.
They can be made with camouflage cloth for blending in with the natural environment or with thick, bright orange lines for easy spotting.
They have adjustable shoulder, waist, and leg straps for a comfortable fit.
They can fit adults weighing up to 300 pounds.
Rescue Safety Harnesses
Rescue Safety Harnesses are used for tactical and light rescue operations.
They are worn from the waist down using adjustable leg loops.
They have D attachments made of steel and gear loops made of durable nylon webbing.
Some models have contoured padding around the waist area for added comfort.
Most models come in four sizes: small, medium, large, and X-large to fit most adults.
Rappelling Safety Harnesses
Rappelling Safety Harnesses are used for special rescue operations involving climbing down steep hills, cliffs, and other elevated surfaces.
They are worn from the waist down.
They are made of durable and lightweight nylon webbing.
They have adjustable leg loops and waist bands for a more comfortable fit.
They have front and back D rings for the rescue carabiners with a maximum proof load of 5,000 pounds. |
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Comfort: Choose a safety harness with shoulder or waist pads for added comfort. Avoid one with belts or straps that cut into your skin. Using it can lead to serious injury after regular use.
Size: Choose a safety harness proportional to your weight and height. For a better fit, get one with adjustable straps and buckles.
Use: Choose a climbing harness if you are a lineman who frequently climbs up telephone or electrical poles. If you are involved in rescue operations, choose a rescue or rappelling safety harness that can carry large loads.
Accessories: Choose a safety harness with extra pockets, D-rings, and buckles, so you can use it in different applications. For versatility, choose one with waist and leg bands that can double as an assault belt for TAC gear, mag pouches, and holsters. You can also get one that can be used with other rescue gear like lanyards, belts, and energy absorbers.
Certification: Choose a safety harness that has been approved and certified by different organizations such as the Treestand Manufacturers Association (TMA) and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). These certifications ensure that your product has been tested to work well under extreme conditions. Look for markings on your safety harness that give the following information: type and designation of harness, reminders on additional parts, directions and restrictions when using, supplier’s or manufacturer’s logo or name, and manufacturing year. These information validate the harness’s quality and help you determine the best one for your needs.
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