A safety harness is attached to a lanyard or retractable and secured to an anchor for support. Harnesses are specifically designed that in the event of a fall, a worker will remain suspended upright while they await rescue and fall forces will be distributed throughout the body, significantly reducing the chances of injury. Harnesses are also designed to be comfortably worn for long periods. Harnesses can also be used in a fall restraint system to prevent workers from reaching a point where a fall could occur.