{"product_id":"falltech-7021fd-journeyman-flex-climbing-harness-with-sternal-d-ring","title":"FallTech 7021FD Journeyman Flex Climbing Harness with Sternal D-Ring","description":"\u003c!-- SEO TITLE: FallTech 7021FD Journeyman Flex 1D Climbing Harness with Sternal D-Ring | CSA Z259.10 | Fall Protection Canada --\u003e\n\u003c!-- META DESCRIPTION: FallTech 7021FD Journeyman Flex harness with dorsal and sternal D-rings for ladder climbing. CSA Z259.10 Class A, L. Sizes S–XL. 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#ffffff;text-decoration:none;font-weight:600;font-size:0.88rem;white-space:nowrap}\n.fpc-faq-section{margin:28px 0}\n.fpc-faq-item{border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;padding:14px 0}\n.fpc-faq-item:last-child{border-bottom:none}\n.fpc-faq-q{font-weight:700;color:#0a1628;margin:0 0 8px;font-size:0.95rem}\n.fpc-faq-a{margin:0;font-size:0.9rem;color:#333333}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc-wrapper\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-status-bar\"\u003eFallTech • Climbing Harness • CSA Z259.10 Class A, L • Ships Across Canada\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-header\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"fpc-h1\"\u003eFallTech 7021FD Journeyman Flex Climbing Harness with Sternal D-Ring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"fpc-class-badge\"\u003eCSA Z259.10-2018 Class A, L\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-dring-box\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"fpc-dring-label\"\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"fpc-dring-point\"\u003eDorsal + Sternal D-Rings\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"fpc-dring-point\"\u003eClass L (Ladder Climbing)\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"fpc-dring-point\"\u003eSteel Hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"fpc-dring-point\"\u003eSizes S–XL\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"fpc-lead\"\u003eThe FallTech 7021FD Journeyman Flex adds a sternal (chest-front) D-ring to the base 7021 platform for ladder-climbing and cable fall arrester systems. When your access route requires a ladder-safety cable (e.g., fixed vertical ladders on telecom towers, wind turbines, water towers, or industrial stacks), the sternal D-ring is the proper connection point. CSA Z259.10-2018 Class A, L certified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 class=\"fpc-h2\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe 7021FD is the 7021 with an added sternal D-ring positioned at the chest. The sternal attachment is used with vertical cable fall arresters (ladder safety systems) or for front-of-body SRL connection during certain climbing scenarios. The dorsal D-ring remains the primary fall arrest attachment for general work at height; the sternal D-ring activates only when climbing fixed ladders or using a front-mounted trailing fall arrester. Steel hardware, mating-buckle chest, tongue-buckle legs. CSA Z259.10-2018 Class A, L and ANSI Z359.11-2014 certified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 class=\"fpc-h2\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-spec-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-spec-card\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eSternal D-Ring (Class L)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eFront-of-chest D-ring rated for ladder-climbing attachment with cable or rope fall arresters. Activates the proper fall arrest geometry when climbing vertically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-spec-card\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eDorsal D-Ring (Class A)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eStandard rear dorsal D-ring for general fall arrest from overhead tie-off. The 7021FD does not compromise dorsal fall arrest capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-spec-card\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eIntegrated Dorsal SRL Sleeve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eBuilt-in routing sleeve for personal SRL attachment at the dorsal D-ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-spec-card\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eSteel Hardware Throughout\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eSteel D-rings and steel spring-tension torso rollers. Durable, proven, cost-effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-spec-card\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eMating Buckle Chest + Tongue Leg Buckles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eTraditional tongue-buckle style for a dialled-in fit through the full size range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-spec-card\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eErgonomic Padding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eShoulder yoke and leg pads contoured for reduced pressure during climbing and active work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 class=\"fpc-h2-rule\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"fpc-tech-table\"\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCSA Certification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCSA Z259.10-2018 Class A, L (Fall Arrest + Ladder Climbing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eANSI Certification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eANSI Z359.11-2014\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD-Ring Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDorsal + sternal (front chest), plated alloy steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Non-Belted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChest Buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMating Buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeg Buckles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTongue Buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTorso Adjusters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel Spring-Tension Roller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWebbing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolyester; 5,000 lb min. static strength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS, M, L, XL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSRL Attachment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated dorsal SRL sleeve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Arrest + Climbing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 class=\"fpc-h2\"\u003eCSA Certification Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-highlight-box\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eCSA Z259.10-2018 Class A, L — Fall Arrest + Ladder Climbing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eClass A for dorsal fall arrest from overhead tie-off. Class L for sternal attachment during ladder climbing with a cable or rope fall arrester. The sternal D-ring is only rated for climbing — never use it for general fall arrest from an overhead anchor. Meets all Canadian provincial OHS requirements for climbing-capable harnesses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 class=\"fpc-h2\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 16px 18px;font-size:0.93rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eFixed vertical ladders with cable safety systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eWater tower and stack access\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCommunication and telecom tower entry ladders\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eWind turbine ladder climbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eIndustrial silo and bin ladders\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAny application requiring sternal-mounted trailing fall arrester\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 class=\"fpc-h2\"\u003eHow to Choose the Right Harness\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe 7021FD is for workers who climb fixed ladders with cable or rope fall-arrester systems. For general fall arrest without climbing, the \u003cstrong\u003eFallTech 7021\u003c\/strong\u003e is the same harness without the sternal D-ring at a lower price. For quick-connect buckles on a climbing harness, the \u003cstrong\u003eFallTech 7021QCFD\u003c\/strong\u003e is the QC version. For full three-D-ring climbing (Cross-Over) on tower work, look at the \u003cstrong\u003eFallTech 7028 Cross-Over\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-canadian-block\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eCompliance \u0026amp; Standards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary:\u003c\/strong\u003e CSA Z259.10-2018 Class A, L\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e ANSI Z359.11-2014\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvincial Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets all Canadian provincial and territorial OHS requirements for climbing-capable harnesses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 class=\"fpc-h2-rule\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-faq-section\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-faq-q\"\u003eCan I use the sternal D-ring for general fall arrest?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-faq-a\"\u003eNo. Sternal D-rings are Class L — climbing only, with limited free-fall distance (typically \u0026lt;2 ft). Using a sternal D-ring for general fall arrest from an overhead anchor can cause serious internal injury during an arrest event because of the incorrect load geometry. Use the dorsal D-ring for overhead fall arrest.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-faq-q\"\u003eWhat cable fall arresters work with this harness?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-faq-a\"\u003eAny CSA-certified cable or rope fall arrester designed for attachment to a harness sternal D-ring. Common systems include trailing fall arresters on pre-rigged vertical cable lifelines. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"color:#c8102e;font-weight:600;\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e for compatible cable-climb system recommendations.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-faq-q\"\u003eDo I need the sternal D-ring if I only climb ladders occasionally?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-faq-a\"\u003eIf your ladder is short and unrated for cable systems, a standard 1D harness is typically sufficient. But any fixed vertical ladder with a pre-installed cable safety system requires a sternal-D-ring harness to connect properly. Check your site's fall protection plan and the ladder's installed safety system.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-faq-q\"\u003eCan I switch between sternal and dorsal attachment during a climb?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-faq-a\"\u003eYes — and this is standard procedure. You climb the ladder attached to the sternal D-ring on a cable fall arrester, then transition to dorsal attachment (via SRL or lanyard) once at the work platform. Never climb the ladder attached dorsally through an overhead tie-off.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 class=\"fpc-h2\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Availability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe FallTech 7021FD ships from Canada to all provinces and territories. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"color:#c8102e;font-weight:600;\"\u003eContact Fall Protection Canada\u003c\/a\u003e for climb system pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"fpc-cta-bar\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eSteel 1D climbing harness with sternal D-ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/safety-harnesses\" class=\"fpc-cta-btn\"\u003eShop All Harnesses\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" class=\"fpc-cta-btn-outline\"\u003eContact Us\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Fall Protection Canada","offers":[{"title":"S","offer_id":51310665826599,"sku":null,"price":249.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M","offer_id":51310665859367,"sku":null,"price":249.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":51310665892135,"sku":null,"price":249.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":51310665924903,"sku":null,"price":249.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2XL","offer_id":51310665957671,"sku":null,"price":249.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3x","offer_id":51310665990439,"sku":null,"price":249.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/7249\/7447\/files\/7021fd_compressed__84766.webp?v=1776690043","url":"https:\/\/fallprotectioncanada.com\/products\/falltech-7021fd-journeyman-flex-climbing-harness-with-sternal-d-ring","provider":"Fall Protection Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}