Dewalt Harnesses
DeWalt harnesses keep you secure when you're working at height on roofs, steel, and access kit, so you can get on with the job without fighting your gear.
When you're clipped on all day, comfort and adjustment matter as much as the rating. DeWalt harnesses are built for proper site use with tough webbing, sensible attachment points, and buckles that stay put once set. Choose the right size, pair it with the correct lanyard, and keep it inspected so it's ready whenever the work goes up a level.
What Jobs Are DeWalt Harnesses Used For?
- Working on roofs and edge protection where you need a proper fall arrest set-up while you're fixing, flashing, or running materials.
- Clipping on from MEWPs and boom lifts when you're up fitting cladding, signage, ducting, or steelwork and you cannot risk a slip.
- Staying secure on scaffolding and structural frames during install work where you are moving position all day and need adjustment that does not creep.
- Maintenance and inspection jobs in plants, warehouses, and service areas where you are climbing, leaning, and working hands-free at height.
Who Uses DeWalt Harnesses?
- Roofers and cladders who spend long spells tied-in and need a harness that stays comfortable without riding up.
- Steel erectors and riggers who want clear attachment points and hardware that stands up to daily knocks and grime.
- MEWP operators, M and E fitters, and maintenance teams who need reliable fall protection for short-duration jobs that still carry real risk.
- Site managers and supervisors keeping compliant kits on hand for access work, snagging, and inspections.
Choosing the Right DeWalt Harness
Sorting the right harness is simple: match it to how you work at height, then make sure it actually fits properly over your site gear.
1. Fit and adjustment (over layers)
If you are in a hoodie one day and a winter coat the next, you need adjustment that gives you range without loosening off. A harness that is slightly wrong will rub, ride up, and end up "not worn properly" when it matters.
2. Attachment points for your task
If you are doing fall arrest, you need the correct rated attachment point for that system and the right lanyard to suit. Do not buy a harness on looks alone, because the wrong set-up is how lads end up clipped on but still unsafe.
3. Comfort for all-day wear
If you are on a roof or in a MEWP for hours, go for a harness that sits right on the shoulders and legs and does not pinch when you bend and reach. If it is uncomfortable, it will get loosened or taken off, and that is the real risk on site.
The Basics: Understanding Harness and Lanyard Set-Ups
A harness is only one part of the system. What keeps you safe is the full set-up: harness, connector, lanyard, and a suitable anchor point, all used the right way.
1. Fall restraint vs fall arrest
Restraint is stopping you reaching the edge in the first place, which is always the cleaner option if the job allows it. Arrest is catching you after a fall, which needs the right energy absorbing lanyard and enough clearance so you do not hit anything below.
2. Anchor points and clearance
The anchor point has to be suitable and positioned properly, not just "something solid-looking". You also need to allow for lanyard length, energy absorber deployment, your height, and a safety margin, otherwise you can still strike the ground or a lower level.
3. Inspection and retirement
Treat harnesses like lifting gear: check webbing, stitching, buckles, and labels before use, and keep formal inspections up to date. If it has been shock loaded, contaminated, or you cannot verify its condition, it is done and needs replacing.
Harness Accessories That Make the System Work Properly
A harness on its own is not a safe set-up. These are the bits that stop bodges and keep you compliant on site.
1. Energy Absorbing Lanyards
This is what reduces the force on your body and the anchor if the worst happens. Match the length to the job and make sure you have the clearance, because a lanyard that is too long is how people still hit the deck.
2. Connectors and Karabiners
Get the right connectors for your anchor and attachment point so you are not forcing gates open or cross-loading hardware. The wrong clip is a constant faff and a real failure risk when you are moving around at height.
3. Anchor Slings and Webbing Anchors
These give you a proper, rated anchor option where fixed points are awkward or limited. It saves you wrapping a lanyard round steel or handrails and hoping for the best.
4. Harness Storage Bags
Keeps the webbing clean, dry, and away from plaster dust, paint, oils, and sharp edges in the van. If you drag it around loose, it gets contaminated and damaged quicker than you think.
Shop DeWalt Harnesses at ITS
Whether you need a single replacement harness for access work or you are kitting out a team for regular working at height, we stock a proper range of DeWalt harnesses and compatible safety gear. It is all held in our own warehouse, in stock and ready for next day delivery so you are not stood down waiting for kit.
DeWalt Harness FAQs
Do DeWalt harnesses come ready to use out the bag?
They still need setting up to your body properly before you go near an edge. Take five minutes to adjust shoulders, chest, and leg straps over your normal site layers, then re-check once you have moved around, because a loose harness is not a safe harness.
Can I use any lanyard with a DeWalt harness?
No, you need a lanyard that matches the work method and has compatible connectors for the attachment point and anchor. If you are using fall arrest, use an energy absorbing lanyard and make sure you have enough clearance for it to deploy safely.
Will it stay comfortable if I am clipped on all day?
It will if you buy the right size and actually set it correctly. Most discomfort comes from leg straps too tight, chest strap in the wrong place, or a fit that is wrong over winter clothing, so do a proper fit check before you commit to a full shift.
How do I know when a harness needs replacing?
If it has been involved in a fall, it is finished and should be taken out of service. Also replace it if the webbing is cut, frayed, heat damaged, contaminated with chemicals, or if the labels are unreadable, because you cannot verify what it is or its inspection history.
Is a harness enough on its own to be compliant for working at height?
No, it is only part of the system. You need a suitable anchor point, the correct lanyard or device for the task, proper inspection records, and a rescue plan, because fall arrest without rescue is not a plan you want to find out about the hard way.
