Know Your Harness
STYLES OF HARNESSES
![Werner Standard Class A Fall Protection Harness Werner Standard Class A Fall Protection Harness](/images/default-source/support/fp101/know-your-harness/werner-standard-class-a-fall-protection-harness.png?sfvrsn=e3c21c8e_10)
(Class A)
For fall arrest only, features only a dorsal D-Ring on the back.
![Werner Positioning Class P Fall Protection Harness Werner Positioning Class P Fall Protection Harness](/images/default-source/support/fp101/know-your-harness/werner-positioning-class-p-fall-protection-harness.png?sfvrsn=a026936e_10)
(Class P)
These harnesses have D-Rings located at the hips for use with positionings lanyards to allow for hands-free working in vertical structure applications.
![Werner Climbing Class L Fall Protection Harness Werner Climbing Class L Fall Protection Harness](/images/default-source/support/fp101/know-your-harness/werner-climbing-class-l-fall-protection-harness.png?sfvrsn=10a1e737_10)
(Class L)
For climbing applications and attachment to fixed ladder safety systems, these harnesses include a frontal attachment point.
![Werner Standard Class A Fall Protection Harness Werner Standard Class A Fall Protection Harness](/images/default-source/support/fp101/know-your-harness/werner-standard-class-a-fall-protection-harness.png?sfvrsn=e3c21c8e_10)
(Class E)
D-rings on the shoulders are used for lifting or lowering a user, typically in confined space or rescue applications.
![Werner Retrieval Class P Construction Fall Protection Harness Werner Retrieval Class P Construction Fall Protection Harness](/images/default-source/support/fp101/know-your-harness/werner-retrieval-class-p-construction-fall-protection-harness.png?sfvrsn=9970b472_12)
Retrieval
(Class P)
Construction harnesses feature belts and additional attachment points for a variety of applications. The belt allows users to carry tools and additional padding improves user comfort.
FEATURES ON WERNER HARNESSES
![Werner Fall Protection Webbing Werner Fall Protection Webbing](/images/default-source/support/fp101/know-your-harness/werner-fall-protection-webbing.jpg?sfvrsn=b44fb43b_8)
1. Webbing
The webbing is the skeleton of the harness and must have the strength and durability to satisfy fall protection needs in demanding job environments.
![Werner Fall Protection Adjustment Locations Werner Fall Protection Adjustment Locations](/images/default-source/support/fp101/know-your-harness/werner-fall-protection-adjustment-locations.jpg?sfvrsn=1debeb98_8)
2. Adjustment Locations
For optimal comfort and performance in a fall event, a harness must be properly adjusted and fit on the user. All areas of the harness should be snug, but not overly tight. Most harnesses have adjustments for the torso/shoulder straps, chest straps and leg straps.
![Werner Fall Protection Harness Alternate Attachment Hardware Werner Fall Protection Harness Alternate Attachment Hardware](/images/default-source/support/fp101/know-your-harness/werner-fall-protection-harness-alternate-attachment-hardware.jpg?sfvrsn=f8107b00_10)
3. Alternate Attachment Hardware
Different harnesses have additional D-Rings for specific applications: near the hips, on the chest, or on the shoulders.
![Werner Fall Protection Leg Straps Werner Fall Protection Leg Straps](/images/default-source/support/fp101/know-your-harness/werner-fall-protection-leg-straps.jpg?sfvrsn=d3c32b77_8)
4. Leg Straps
Leg strap fasteners come in different styles, including
![Werner Fall Protection Harness Back / Shoulder Pad Werner Fall Protection Harness Back / Shoulder Pad with Dorsal Back D-Ring](/images/default-source/support/fp101/know-your-harness/werner-fall-protection-harness-back-shoulder-pad-with-dorsal-back-d-ring.jpg?sfvrsn=880516a3_8)
5. Back / Shoulder Pad with Dorsal Back D-Ring
Cushioning on the back and shoulders helps distribute pressure, improving users' comfort.
![Werner Fall Protection Harness Sub-Pelvic Strap Werner Fall Protection Harness Sub-Pelvic Strap](/images/default-source/support/fp101/know-your-harness/werner-fall-protection-harness-sub-pelvic-strap.jpg?sfvrsn=faa6927e_4)
6. Sub-Pelvic Strap
When properly positioned, the sub-pelvic straps help to distribute force and weight during and after a fall.
![Werner Fall Protection Harness Labels Werner Fall Protection Harness Labels](/images/default-source/support/fp101/know-your-harness/werner-fall-protection-harness-labels.jpg?sfvrsn=b9e5f54_8)
7. Labels
Harness labels include important product information and provide a place to record inspection data. Labels must be protected from wear and damage; legibility is critical.
![Werner Fall Protection Harness Impact Indicators Werner Fall Protection Harness Impact Indicators](/images/default-source/support/fp101/know-your-harness/werner-fall-protection-harness-impact-indicators.jpg?sfvrsn=b7b4ae8f_6)
8. Impact Indicators
Any harness exposed to a fall should be removed from service. These indicators provide instant evidence whether or not a fall has occurred.
![Werner Fall Protection Harness Lanyard Keeper Werner Fall Protection Harness Lanyard Keeper](/images/default-source/support/fp101/know-your-harness/werner-fall-protection-harness-lanyard-keeper.jpg?sfvrsn=31cdf55a_6)
9. Lanyard Keepers
The lanyard keeper provides a safe place to park a lanyard not in use and also reduces the likelihood of tripping on or snagging the lanyard.
![Werner Fall Protection Harness Strap Keepers Werner Fall Protection Harness Strap Keepers](/images/default-source/support/fp101/know-your-harness/werner-fall-protection-harness-strap-keepers.jpg?sfvrsn=bb390bbb_6)
10. Strap Keepers
When properly adjusted and fit to a user, a harness may have extra webbing strap hanging out of the various buckles. Simple strap keepers allow the user to organize and store this extra strap to improve comfort and prevent snagging.