Title: +038=627.001-##001T_03-Fasadevasksystem NorAcon - International Code of Practice (ICOP).pdf
2.7.3.1 Work positioning harnesses for rope access work may be a sit harness or full body harness, depending upon the nature of the work to be carried out and the regulations applicable where the work is being undertaken.2.7.3.2 Work positioning harnesses are generally designed to be strong enough to arrest a free fall of limited distance and force, but might not conform to the other essential requirements for a fall arrest system (e.g. for use in lead climbing), unless combined with appropriate additional components.2.7.3.3 For ergonomic reasons, it is recommended that a low front attachment point on the harness is used to connect descending devices, ascending devices (via appropriate device lanyards) and anchor lanyards. Back-up devices are generally best connected to the anchor line via a high front attachment point. This is to minimize any whiplash effect in a fall; to keep the body upright after a fall and to facilitate self-rescue.