Full body harnesses certified to EN 361, a 10 m retractable fall arrester, and a confined space rescue tripod and winch from the Border range. Supplied from Dubai to contractors, maintenance teams and rescue crews across the UAE and GCC.
Full Body Harness Supplier in UAE and Dubai
Border Safety Wears supplies fall arrest and rescue equipment to building contractors, MEP and maintenance teams, and confined space crews. Each product page lists its EN standard and working limits, so the safety officer can check them against the method statement before the order goes in.
- Full Body Harness BFH 0400: 45 mm polyester webbing, chrome-plated steel metal parts, certified to EN 361:2002 and EN 358:1999. Universal size, blue and red.
- Full Body Harness BFH 0405: 100% polyester webbing with a webbing strength of 27 kN (6000 lbs), multiple adjustment buckles, EN 361:2002. Universal size, blue and green.
- Retractable Fall Arrester BRFA 0800: 10 m of 6 mm galvanised steel wire rope, automatic locking, arrest distance under 2 m, maximum user load 100 kg, CE EN 360:2002.
- Rescue Tripod BTP 0900: aluminium alloy and alloy steel, height adjustable from 1.5 m to 2.5 m, three anchorage points for up to 3 users, maximum working load 750 kg, EN 795:2012.
- Rescue Winch BRW 0910: 5 mm stainless steel wire rope in lengths from 10 m to 35 m, one user up to 140 kg, EN 1496:2017, built to work with the BTP 0900 tripod.
Fall protection standards to check
A fall arrest system is only as strong as its weakest part: anchor, connector, lanyard or retractable device, and harness. Most UAE consultants and main contractors specify European EN standards, and each part has its own.
| Standard | Covers | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| EN 361 | Full body harnesses | Fall arrest attachment points, marked "A" |
| EN 358 | Work positioning and restraint | Side positioning points; not a fall arrest system on its own |
| EN 355 | Energy absorbers in lanyards | Total length with connectors no more than 2 m |
| EN 360 | Retractable fall arresters | Line length, maximum user load, arrest distance |
| EN 795 | Anchor devices, fixed or transportable | Anchor type and number of users |
| EN 1496 | Rescue lifting devices | Rated load and lifting distance |
A harness certified to both EN 361 and EN 358, like the BFH 0400, is intended for fall arrest and for work positioning, where the worker leans back into the system to keep both hands free, for example when fixing rebar or working on a pole. Positioning is not fall arrest, so a separate fall arrest line is still needed wherever a fall can happen.
Also check fall clearance. Even a retractable arrester that stops a fall within 2 m needs clear space below for that distance, harness stretch and the worker's own height. The maximum user load includes tools and equipment carried, which matters with a 100 kg rating.
Harness care in Gulf heat, sun and sand
Polyester webbing weakens with long UV exposure, so keep harnesses in a shaded, ventilated store, not on open scaffolds or in a parked pickup. Summer sweat leaves salt in the webbing: wash with mild soap and water and dry in the shade, never on a hot surface. Sand gets into retractable units and connectors, so wipe them down and check that the line pulls out and retracts fully and the brake locks before each use. Any harness or arrester that has stopped a fall must be taken out of service until a competent person has inspected it.
Bulk supply across the UAE, GCC and Africa
Border PPE Trading LLC has supplied PPE since 2006. You can see stock at our showroom at Baniyas Square Metro Station, Exit 1, behind Mount Royal Hotel, or send your list through the Add to quote button or WhatsApp on +971 54 446 7693. We deliver within 24 hours across the UAE and supply buyers in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain. African orders go through Border Africa.
Work at height also needs a helmet with a chin strap, grip and footwear: see safety helmets, safety gloves and safety shoes. For site briefings, read toolbox talk topics for UAE construction sites and 10 essential PPE items for construction workers in the UAE.