Defender Harness
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Trust is earned on the jobsite and the Defender was created to deliver on that. Developed through extensive collaboration with real users, the Defender harness encompasses the insights, challenges, and expectations of the workers who rely on fall protection every day. With a tiered approach, we have constructed a harness range that meet the needs of every level of performance, comfort, and innovation. Every component reflects direct user insights. The result is a harness line full of unique innovations and useful features that reduces fatigue, enhances mobility, and improves productivity - without compromising safety. This is a harness engineered with purpose. This is a harness you can trust. This is a harness built around you.
SHIPPING: MARCH 2026
PRE-ORDER NOW AVAILABLE
The NEW Defender Harness will begin shipping in March 2026. Interested in pre-ordering? Click the button below, to find your local Guardian representative for availability and next steps.
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- All-day comfort and mobility: HexHip Chassis supports natural movement while reducing hip pressure during extended wear
- Clean, and unique lanyard and SRL management: Auto-resetting front and rear lanyard keepers control unused connectors, and the SRL adapter slot keeps dual SRLs positioned high and secure for improved weight distribution
- Integrated accessory connectivity: Shoulder pad accessory loop provides a convenient attachment point for common jobsite accessories
- Enhanced breathability for long shifts: Perforated foam padding promotes airflow to help keep you cool and comfortable throughout the day
- Simplified inspection and safety visibility: Wear-indicating webbing features a red inner core that provides a clear visual cue when replacement is required
Specifications
Product weight
14LB / 6.35KG
Product length
5'' / 12.70CM
Product height
11.5'' / 29.21CM
Compliance
This product meets the following regional compliance standards
OSHA 1910.140 & 1926.502 | ANSI Z359.11
Our Height Safety Ecosystem
WE THINK 360
To us, simple means one sole focus, one trusted partner, and complete protection from every angle. We call this 360-degree height safety.
Our Purpose
SIMPLICITY
We're here to make safe simple - so our partners can focus on what's important to them.
Our Story
SCALE & AGILITY
As the world’s largest independent height safety brand, we have the scale to make things happen. But we think size is nothing without agility. Our structure enables us to adapt to changing demands and move fast when speed is needed.