No one can ever predict when or how a person will fall while working from heights. The award winning and revolutionary Edge series of harnesses was designed with this in mind.
In 2007, the Edge Harness received a Gold International Design Excellence Award.

1. The Edge Harness reduces impact forces unlike any other harness on the market as its unique design absorbs up to 23% more energy than other conventional harnesses. This, in conjunction with the use of a shock absorbing lanyard, creates less risk of injury in a fall as a
result of impact forces.  
2. The Edge Harness was specifically designed for a head first free fall and to limit the sliding effect of the dorsal D-ring. Because of the vest style design, the Edge is more likely to work properly in a head first freefall versus a conven­tional harness. In addition, the dorsal D-ring of the Edge Harness is designed to limit the likeli­hood of the O-ring striking a worker in the back of the head in the event of a fall. A dorsal D-ring striking the back of the worker in the head during a fall could cause a concussion and contribute to suspension trauma.
3. Comfort and style was important in the design as it creates a product that workers will want to wear. The Edge can incorporate the use of a hydration pack and or cool packs. The Hypolon protective shell is UV resistant, water­proof, and abrasion proof. This is key feature of the harness as UV degradation occurs most commonly on the shoulders and deltoid areas of the harness. The Edge harness is ideal with the use of retractables as the webbing will not pull away from the body which could result in added worker fatigue.
With the buckle configuration and various color options, the Edge harness comes in over 450 different styles to choose from.

STEP 1
GETTING STARTED
Hold harness by back O-ring which is held in place by a O-ring pad, make certain straps are not twisted.

STEP 2
SHOULDER STRAPS
Slip harness over arms and onto shoulders. Make certain all straps are not tangled and hang freely. Shoulder straps should be kept vertical, not pulled into center of body.

STEP 3
LEG STRAPS
Grab black leg straps and connect to buckles attached to yellow straps on each hip. Pass excess strap through loop keepers. Leg straps should fit snugly.

STEP 4
CHEST STRAP
Attach chest strap by passing male buckle through female buckle. Strap should be 6" below top of shoulder. Pass excess strap through loop keeper.

STEP 5
ADJUST HARNESS TO FIT SNUGLY
Shoulders. To tighten, pull on free ends of straps as shown. To loosen, push down on parachute adjuster buckle frame. Straps should be adjusted to same length.
Chest Strap. To tighten, pull free end of strap. To loosen, push on strap from free end through adjuster buckle and take up stack by pulling on adjuster buckle. To position, slide keeper up or down shoulder strap.
Back D-ring. Center between shoul­der blades, slide D-ring and pad up and down along the webbing to position

Individuals over 310 lbs. including tools must use a 01200 Heavy Duty Lanyard. Please refer to instruction tags on harnesses.

• 5 points of adjustment
• Reflective trim
• Side stretch points
• Closed cell foam shoulder, leg and back padding
• Chest equipment slots
• Quick adjust torso buckles
• Name plate great for use with a permanent marker
• Chest lanyard keepers
• FreeStyle custom design

• Contains all of the features on the basic HUV and...
• Closed cell foam padded waist belt
• Slide on tool belt included on quick connect version
• Side positioning D-rings
• FreeStyle custom design

1. Pick a harness and buckle style from above, and use harness model number as a core starting point
2. Pick a color combination and add the one digit model number to the end of your core number
3. Pick a size and add the one digit number to the end of the six digit number to complete the six digit full harness order number (example shown below)

1810

4

1

181041

Above, left two harnesses: FR Edge Harness
Above, right harness: Monster Edge Harness

Monster Edge Harness

Another new addition to our Edge family of harnesses is the specially designed, highly rugged and durable Monster™ Edge Harness. This harness includes all the standard features of our popular Edge Harnesses along with the new addition of Monster Harness Webbing. This harness is ideal for highly abrasive and rough environments.

• Monster™ Harness webbing
• Vest style harness for ease of putting on
• Curve design for a better fitting harness
• Pouch in the back for hydration and cooling pack to keep worker cool and hydrated
• Sure-Grip rollers for ease of adjustments
• Ultra comfortable padding
• Construction version includes a new tapered belt for a more comfortable fit

FR Edge Harness

Guardian is excited to introduce the new Flame Retardant Edge Harness with a replaceable outer shell. Designed for welding applications in mind, this revolutionary designs allows for the user to replace the outer shell for a new one. This prolongs the life of the product and gives the user a better value. Simply unbutton the shell and replace it with a new one.

• Replaceable outer flame retardant shell
• Nomex / Kevlar blend webbing
• Dielectric dorsal D-ring
• Powder-coated buckles
• Pouch in the back for hydration and cooling pack to keep worker cool and hydrated while welding

SUSPENSION TRAUMA SYNDROME or possibly referred to as harness-induced pathology, suspension syncopal incident, prolonged motionless suspension syndrome simply post-fall faint can possibly cause injury or even death if not immediately addressed. A written rescue plan is not enough. Jobsite specific training and the availability and knowledge in the use of rescue equipment is paramount to responding in time to a situation.

WHAT IS IT?
If you stand for a long period of time, gravity pulls blood into the tissue of our leg and subsequently the heart is not strong enough to pull it back up, if enough blood collects in the legs, you will faint.
When someone falls in a harness, a dangerous situation can occur especially if the victim becomes injured and unable to move or the individual is left suspended for a long period of time. Blood will begin to pool in the legs and sometimes, in less than five minutes, the victim can faint. The situation becomes further complicated as the harness webbing around the legs can restrict the flow of blood altogether by cutting flow off of the Femoral Artery.
Depending on the physical conditioning of the victim; secondary injuries, general cardiovascular health, initial sizing and fit testing of the harness and adjustments, the victim could reach a critical situation in five to fifteen minutes. This is why it is particularly important to train workers on how to wear a harness and properly fit a harness. Not wearing a harness correctly can create a greater risk of injury.

WHAT TO DO?
1. Make sure your organization has a rescue plan that is specific to each jobsite. Not all construction sites are the same.
2. Train your employees on what to do in the event an employee has fallen and needs to be rescued. Training is highly effective and must not be over looked. Calling 911 is standard operating procedure, however calling 911 doesn't mean they can respond or even know how to respond.
3. Have the proper equipment including but not limited to a suspension trama strap of which a number of fall protection manufacturers provide. This could also include a long vertical lifeline assembly, if lowered, the fallen victim might be able to grasp the line and make a knot to lift the weight off of their legs. If the fallen victim is incapacitated, using a long piece of rope, the other employees could loop the rope underneath the victims knees to raise and lower them. Try to get the knees up high enough so that the thighs are horizontal. This will help keep the blood circulating. Do not attempt any of these suggestions without first receiving proper training by a qualified individual.
4. Once rescued, the conscious / unconscious victim should never be fully reclined to a horizontal position under any circumstances. The violent release of the trapped blood volume, increased blood pressure and change in heart rate could seriously damage the heart or release blood clots into the system. Try and keep the victims upper spine vertical or no more than 60 degrees from horizontal. Keep the victim warm in either a crouch or sitting with legs out for at least 45 to 60 minutes. Do not attempt any of these suggestions without first receiving proper training by a qualified person

Seraph Universal Harness

• Shoulder pads
• Five points of adjustment
• Stretch ability in the shoulders and back
• Cradle seat
• Quick adjust torso buckles
• Two lanyard keepers
• Impact indicator and inspection log tag
• Optional tongue buckle leg straps
• Optional side D-ring11162

New Improved Seraph Construction Harness

• Shoulder pads
• Six points of adjustment
• Stretch ability in the shoulder straps
• Cradle seat
• Quick adjust torso buckles
• Optional side positioning D-rings
• Padded waist belt
• D-ring lanyard keepers double as retrieval hoists
• Impact indicator and inspection log tag
• Hammer loops
• Tongue buckle leg straps
• Optional side D-rings

Features

• Utilizes washable G-Back comfort system
• Five points of adjustment
• Stretch ability in the shoulders and back
• Cradle seat
• Custom fit quick ajdusting torso buckles
• Two lanyard keepers
• Impact indicator and inspection log tag
• Optional tongue buckle leg straps
• Optional side D-rings
• Tag protector

Comfort System Features

• Super comfortable padding
• Easy snap on features makes for quick attachment
• Washable material
• Added velcro for extra durability and long life
• Inexpensive accessory that will improve the comfort of your workers

• Hardware is low on the waist
• Front loop for rescue or work positioning
• Includes a dorsal D-ring
• Sized for added comfort
• Easy to put on
• "X" design keeps the straps on the shoulders while working
• Impact indicator
• Perfect for use with the cable ladder system

• Extra wide cradle seat with attached D-rings offers added support for positioning and seated work
• Permanently attached tool belt
• Side positioning D-rings
• Impact indicator
• Shoulder pads
• Notched pass-through chest buckles
• Tongue buckle leg and waist straps
• "No loose ends" chest straps
• 6 points of adjustment for comfort

• "No loose ends" shoulder strap design
• Five points of adjustment
• Notched pass-through chest buckles fasten without twisting
• Cradle seat
• Impact indicator

• Shoulder pads
• Six points of adjustment
• Cradle seat
• Optional side positioning D-rings
• Padded waist belt
• Lanyard keepers
• Impact indicator
• Tongue buckle leg straps
• "No loose ends" shoulder strap design
• Notched pass through chest buckle fastens without twisting
• Tool belt fits most pouches

Guardian introduces the Equalizer series of harnesses. Similar to the Edge series, the Equalizer is an ergonomical styled harness to fit the body with a custom like fit. The newest addition to our line offers the worker a quality economical harness versus the competition. Guardian makes comfort, style and safety affordable to the everyday contractor.

FEATURES

• Harness utilizes a special material that draws moisture away from the body keeping the worker more comfortable
• Multiple webbing keepers to secure excess webbing away from work zone
• Five points of adjustment with anti-slip chest strap
• Excessive padding for great comfort
• No tangle design for easy doning and inspection
• Available in a variety of configurations
• Costs 15% less than other comparable models

FEATURES

• Large comfortable back pad designed to support worker's weight
• Harness utilizes a special material that draws moisture away from the body keeping the worker more comfortable
• Multiple webbing keepers to secure excess webbing away from work zone
• Five points of adjustment with anti-slip chest strap
• Excessive padding for great comfort
• No tangle design for easy doning and inspection
• Available in a variety of configurations
• Costs 15% less than other comparable models

Guardian now offers a 100% reflective harness that is ideal for railroad workers. This harness has the same features as our Seraph HUV:

• Five points of adjustment
• Stretchability in the shoulders and back
• Cradle seat
• Quick adjust torso buckles
• Two lanyard keepers
• Impact indicator and inspection log tag
• Optional tongue buckle leg straps
• Optional side D-rings

Another innovation by Guardian Fall Protection. Our popular Hi-Visibility Tux Harness now comes with zip on and off sleeves. This gives the oncoming traffic great visibility to the worker. (Shown in table above this one)

• Class II Hi-Visibility material
• Polyester material is coated to resist fading from UV Rays
• Meets standards for ANSI/ISEA 107-2004 for roadside work
• Now comes in lime green

Jacket Tux Harness

• Outer shell is designed to protect you from rain and wind
• Comes with pockets
• Accessory flaps are designed to prevent rain from getting inside the jacket
• Harness tucks away when not being used
• Ideal for individuals who do not work in a harness all day

Sport Tux Harness

• Incorporates Tux design by combining a harness within a vest
• Sleeves can easily be removed
• Three layer soft shell comfort technology
• Outer shell is highly breathable fabric to provide protection from water and wind
• Four way fabric stretch promotes greater flexibility
• Sport Tux comes with pockets for functionality
• Available in black only
• Ideal for individuals who do not work in a harness all day

• Harness is built into the vest to create a no-tangle body wear system
• Leg straps zip into the back of the harness for storage
• Dorsal and side positioning D-rings are standard
• Impact indicator
• Durable zipper
• Notched pass through chest and leg buckles fasten without twisting
• Available in many different styles and colors for versatility
• Comfortable and breathable mesh or durable cotton duck material
• Blue Duck Tuxes can have a mesh or fleece lining
• Zip in fleece liners are available for all tuxes
• Washable materials
• Sized for proper fit and adjustment
• Available with shoulder D-rings for rescue and retrieval
• All construction TUX models are made with reflective strips down the front for visibility
• Available with custom embroidered or screened logos
• Available with our butterfly chest D-ring attachment

• Class 2 Hi Visibility material
• Polyester material is specially coated to resist fading from UV rays
• Meets standards for ANSI/ISEA 107-99 for roadside work
• Eliminates the hassle of wearing standard body harnesses over reflective garments

• Two lightweight flexible action panels provide increased mobility across the workers back
• Internal harness stretches with worker's movement
• Velcro pocket for cell phone
• Does not include side positioning D-rings
• Durable cotton duck material

• Material is 100% cotton flame resistant Banox FR3®
• Meets standards for OSHA regulation 29, ASTM 1506, NFPA 70E & 701
• Webbing is a Nomex Kevlar blend
• Dielectric D-ring and powder coated buckles
• Does not include side positioning D-rings

• Meets standards for Class 1 & 2 Hi Visibility material
• Polyester material is specially coated to resist fading from UV rays
• Meets standards for ANSI/ISEA 107-99 roadside work vest
• Includes a variety of pockets for radio, maps, cell phone, etc.

• Class 1 & 2 Hi Visibility material
• Polyester material is specially coated to resist fading from UV rays
• Meets standards for ANSI/ISEA 107-99 roadside work vest
• PFD automatically inflates within 5 seconds of immersion
• Can also be manually inflated with a pull cord
• Type II performance inflatable mechanism with CO² cartridge