Three attachment points: two sternal textile loops at the chest and one dorsal D-ring. The paired sternal loops are the distinguishing feature, taking a connector between them so the front attachment loads symmetrically rather than pulling to one side. Automatic buckles on chest and thigh straps make donning quicker, and the identification label is covered rather than exposed, which sounds minor until a harness fails inspection because nobody can read its markings.
Key Features
- Two sternal attachment loops: A connector passes between both, so front attachment loads the chest symmetrically. Single sternal points pull to one side under load.
- Automatic buckles on chest and thigh: Quicker to don and adjust, and easier with gloves on.
- Covered identification label: Protected from abrasion so the markings stay legible. An unreadable label means the harness cannot be certified and must be withdrawn.
- Adjustable shoulder and thigh straps: Full adjustment, with the dual colour scheme for correct donning.
- Two sizes: FA 10 111 00 and FA 10 111 01, so fit can be matched rather than relying on adjustment alone.
- Rated for frequent use: Built for routine daily wear.
- Maximum user weight 140 kg: Including tools.
Technical Specifications
| Property |
Value |
| Product Codes |
FA 10 111 00, FA 10 111 01 (two sizes) |
| Configuration |
3 point full body harness |
| Attachments |
2 sternal loops, 1 dorsal D-ring |
| Buckles |
Automatic, chest and thigh |
| Adjustment |
Shoulder and thigh straps |
| Webbing |
Polyester |
| Maximum User Weight |
140 kg including equipment |
| Usage Rating |
Frequent use |
| Conformity |
BS EN 361 |
BS EN 361 | Category III PPE | Frequent Use | Covered ID Label
Conforms to BS EN 361 for full body harnesses. Category III personal protective equipment under Regulation (EU) 2016/425, supplied with a Declaration of Conformity and covered by certificate 0082/1917/160/10/19/1133. Requires inspection by a competent person at intervals not exceeding 12 months and immediate withdrawal after arresting a fall.
Suitable Applications
The three point configuration suits work involving both overhead fall arrest and front connection: scaffolding and steel erection, ladder access with rope grab systems, roof and façade work, and general construction where the method changes through the day. The paired sternal loops make front attachment more comfortable and better loaded than a single point, which is felt on any sustained work using it. The two sizes are worth using rather than relying on adjustment, since a harness that fits properly is one that gets worn properly.
More About This Product
A harness is the only piece of fall protection equipment worn continuously, and that changes what matters about it. A lanyard that is slightly awkward gets used anyway. A harness that is uncomfortable gets loosened off after lunch, and a loose harness performs materially worse in a fall — the wearer drops further before the harness takes load, and the load lands on the wrong parts of the body when it does.
So comfort is not a luxury specification on a harness worn for a full shift; it is what determines whether the harness is still correctly adjusted at four in the afternoon. That is why padding, ventilation and the quality of the adjusters justify their cost on anything worn daily, and why the cheapest harness is rarely the cheapest outcome.
Suspension Trauma and Why the Rescue Plan Comes First
A harness that successfully arrests a fall leaves the wearer suspended, upright and conscious. That is the point — and it is also the beginning of a second, less obvious emergency.
Suspension trauma, also called orthostatic intolerance, develops when someone hangs motionless in a harness. The leg straps restrict venous return, blood pools in the legs, and the volume returning to the heart falls. Unconsciousness can follow within minutes, and the outcome can be fatal even after a successful rescue if the casualty is moved incorrectly.
Two practical consequences follow. First, a rescue plan that depends on calling the emergency services is not a plan, because the response time is longer than the time available. Rescue has to be possible with the equipment and people on site. Second, a suspension trauma relief strap — a few pounds, deploys in seconds, lets the casualty stand in the loops and restore circulation — buys the time the rescue needs. It is the cheapest meaningful addition to any harness and the one most often left off.
This is why the rescue plan is required before work begins rather than written afterwards.
How to Use the Harness
- Choose the right size: Two sizes are offered. Adjustment covers a range within each, but starting from the right size gives a better fit than adjusting a wrong one to its limit.
- Connect between both sternal loops: A connector passes through both, not one. Using a single loop loads the chest asymmetrically.
- Use the dorsal D-ring for overhead fall arrest.
- Adjust shoulders and thighs: Snug, with the dorsal D-ring between the shoulder blades after adjustment.
- Check the automatic buckles engage fully: They should click positively home rather than sitting part engaged.
- Check the 140 kg limit includes tools.
Warning: Category III PPE for use by trained, competent persons only. Connect through both sternal loops together, never one alone. Withdraw immediately after arresting a fall.
Safety Information
- For use only by trained and competent persons within a safe system of work.
- Maximum user weight 140 kg including tools and equipment.
- Front attachment uses both sternal loops together.
- The dorsal D-ring must sit between the shoulder blades.
- Confirm automatic buckles are fully engaged before every use.
- Inspect webbing, stitching, attachment points and buckles before every use.
- Withdraw immediately after arresting a fall.
- Inspection by a competent person required at intervals not exceeding 12 months.
- Store away from direct sunlight, heat sources and chemicals.
Inspection and Maintenance
Standard harness checks with two specific additions. The automatic buckles have a mechanism, so operate each one repeatedly and confirm it engages positively and releases cleanly; a buckle that has become vague is the fault to catch. The covered identification label should be checked for legibility, and the cover itself for damage, since the whole point is keeping the marking readable through the harness's life. Otherwise: all straps both faces for cuts, abrasion, fraying and staining, stitching at every junction and both sternal loops, D-ring for distortion and wear, and adjusters for creep.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why two sternal loops rather than one?
A connector passing through both loops loads the chest symmetrically. A single sternal point pulls to one side, which is less comfortable and distributes load less evenly. On work using front attachment for any length of time, the difference is noticeable.
Q: Why does a covered label matter?
Because an unreadable label means the harness cannot be identified against its certification and inspection record, and must be withdrawn. Labels abrade against clothing and structure over a harness's life, and a covered one lasts considerably longer. It is a small feature that prevents a harness being scrapped while still perfectly serviceable.
Q: Which size do I need?
Two sizes are offered, FA 10 111 00 and FA 10 111 01. Check the size chart on the specification sheet against the user's height and build. Adjustment covers a range within each size, but a harness bought in roughly the right size fits better than one adjusted to its limit.
Q: Three point or two point?
The third point is the second sternal loop, giving symmetrical front attachment. If your work uses front connection regularly, for rope grab systems or ladder climbing, it is worth having. If you only ever connect overhead, a two point harness does the job.
