Which type of harness is intended for fall protection and rescue where inversion may occur?

The Class III Harness is specifically designed for fall protection and rescue scenarios where there is a risk of inversion. Its construction includes features that allow for a full range of motion while also providing adequate support to the body in the event of a fall or accident. This type of harness typically includes both shoulder and leg straps, which help to keep the user in an upright position and prevent them from rotating or flipping upside down.

This is particularly critical in rescue operations where a victim or rescuer may need to be safely suspended in the air, and inversion could lead to serious injury or complicate the rescue process. The Class III Harness ensures that if inversion occurs, the wearer remains safe and can be easily retrieved or navigated back to safety.

Unlike the Class II Harness, which primarily offers support for the upper body and is not suitable for situations involving inversion, and the Emergency Seat Harness, which is often used for quick applications rather than long-term use in rescue scenarios, the Class III Harness is designed with both fall protection and inversion scenarios in mind. The Seat Harness primarily supports the lower body and lacks the comprehensive safety features needed for vertical rescue work involving potential falls or flips.