Safety Harnesses
Safety is nothing to play about. Safety Harnesses, help keep workers at height secure enough to do any tasks. Don't compromise on safety and shop the best Safety Harnesses on the market at LES.
Working at height poses significant risks — and without the right fall protection equipment, the results can be fatal. That’s why safety harnesses are a legal requirement under UK health and safety regulations (such as the Work at Height Regulations 2005). At LES - Lifting Equipment Store, we have access to a complete range of certified safety harnesses suitable for construction, roofing, scaffolding, utilities, and more.
Whether you're a site manager, roofer, or a safety officer sourcing gear for your team, we have the right fall arrest harness to keep your workforce protected and compliant.
WHAT IS A SAFETY HARNESS?
A safety harness is a piece of personal protective equipment (PPE) designed to prevent falls or minimize injury if a fall occurs. It is worn around the body and attaches to a lanyard, anchor point, or fall arrest system to safely arrest motion during a fall.
Key Components:
- Shoulder straps and leg loops for secure fit
- D-rings for attachment to lifelines
- Adjusters for user comfort and proper positioning
Our safety harnesses conform to British and European Standards (BS EN 361) and are rigorously tested for durability and performance.
Types of Safety Harnesses We Offer
At Lifting Equipment Store, we understand that not all height-related tasks are the same. That’s why we supply a wide selection of safety harnesses tailored to various industries and applications.
1. Fall Arrest Harnesses
Ideal for construction, scaffolding, and maintenance work. These harnesses are designed to arrest free fall, keeping the user suspended safely after a slip or misstep.
2. Work Positioning Harnesses
These harnesses allow the user to be held in position while working hands-free. Common in tower climbing, telecoms, and utilities.
3. Rescue & Confined Space Harnesses
Built for vertical rescue operations, these harnesses often include additional shoulder or dorsal attachments for extraction scenarios.
4. Women’s Safety Harnesses
Specifically designed for female body types, these harnesses offer enhanced comfort and proper weight distribution.
5. Harness Kits & Accessories
Complete kits include lanyards, karabiners, and anchor points. We also stock harness bags, shock absorbers, and tool lanyards to complement your fall protection system.
Who Needs a Safety Harness?
According to UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidance, a safety harness is required any time a worker could fall from a height liable to cause injury.
Common Use Cases:
- Roofers and scaffolders
- Wind turbine engineers
- Telecom and utility workers
- Arborists and tree surgeons
- Maintenance workers on MEWPs (mobile elevated work platforms)
- Warehouse and logistics staff using cherry pickers
No matter your industry, if your team operates at height, a certified fall protection harness is a non-negotiable safety investment.
Choosing the Right Safety Harness
When choosing a safety harness, consider the task, duration, frequency of use, and comfort. Our experts recommend the following:
- For daily site work: Full-body fall arrest harness with quick-release buckles and breathable padding
- For occasional tasks: Budget-friendly harness with basic fall arrest features
- For rescue or confined spaces: Harness with overhead rescue loops and reflective strips
- For women: Ergonomic harnesses designed to reduce discomfort and pinching
If you're unsure which product best fits your application, contact our technical sales team — we’re trained in PPE and fall protection standards.
UK Safety Standards – What Is EN 361?
In the UK and across Europe, all fall arrest safety harnesses must comply with BS EN 361:2002. This standard defines:
- Design requirements
- Minimum strength testing
- Performance criteria for fall arrest scenarios
Other related standards include:
- EN 358 – Work positioning systems
- EN 1497 – Rescue harnesses
- EN 813 – Sit harnesses
Every harness we sell is compliant, traceable, and labeled for inspection by safety officers or site supervisors.
Safety Harness Inspection & Maintenance
A faulty harness can be just as dangerous as no harness at all. That’s why regular inspections and proper storage are essential.
Daily Checks Should Include:
- Webbing frays, cuts, or burns
- Buckle and adjuster integrity
- D-ring wear and corrosion
- Manufacturer tags (ID and CE marks)
Harnesses should also undergo a thorough inspection every 6 months by a competent person, and any harness exposed to a fall must be immediately retired from service.
Shop Safety Harnesses – Fast UK Delivery
At LES, we make it easy to order certified safety harnesses online. Whether you need a single harness or want to equip your whole team, we offer:
- Bulk order discounts
- Same-day shipping on selected items
- Expert technical support
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Why Buy from Lifting Equipment Store?
✅ UK’s Leading Supplier of industrial lifting and safety gear ✅ Fully stocked warehouse for fast dispatch ✅ Products from top brands like Kratos Safety, Yale, G-Force ✅ Trained advisors with PPE expertise ✅ Trustpilot-rated and ISO-compliant business
With over 10 years of experience, Lifting Equipment Store is your trusted source for fall protection equipment. We help thousands of UK companies meet their health and safety obligations—efficiently and affordably.
Safety Harness FAQs
Whenever there is a risk of falling from height, typically when operating at 2 metres or more without collective fall protection, in line
A safety harness should be visually inspected prior to every use and formally inspected by a competent person at least every 6 months. In harsher conditions or extensive use, it's recommended to inspect every 3 months.
Most manufacturers recommend replacing harnesses every 5 years under normal use—or sooner if damaged or exposed to a fall.
In the UK, safety harnesses must comply with BS EN 361 for full-body harness and other relevant EN standards, ensuring they are CE-marked and tested for use in fall arrest systems.
NO! A safety harness must never be reused after a fall arrest event; it must be taken out of service immediately and inspected or replaced according to the manufacturer's instructions and safety regulations.
It’s not recommended due to hygiene and sizing concerns. Harnesses should be personally assigned and fitted to individual workers.