Warthog Side D-Ring Harness
The Malta Dynamics Warthog Side D-Ring Harness adds a pair of hip-level positioning side D-rings to the economy Warthog platform, with a dorsal D-ring for fall arrest, reflective webbing, tongue-and-buckle leg straps, a pass-thru chest buckle, and break-away lanyard keepers. It is the harness we recommend for crews working downslope from a Standing Seam Roof Anchor SSRA1, where a worker facing the anchor can sit back into a positioning lanyard at the hips instead of fighting the pull of a single back D-ring.
Each harness carries a 130 to 310 lb capacity, a 3,600 lb maximum static strength, and meets ANSI Z359.11-2021, ANSI A10.32-2012, and OSHA 1926 Subpart M, backed by a Malta Dynamics Declaration of Conformity with ISO 17025 third-party testing. We stock the L-XL (B1102) in our warehouse for same-day shipping. S-M and XXL ship direct from Malta Dynamics.
Who Needs This Product
The Warthog Side D-Ring Harness is the wearable part of a personal fall arrest and work positioning system - a full body harness with a dorsal D-ring for fall arrest plus a pair of hip-level side D-rings for positioning. It is built for any worker who needs to lean into the job hands-free: metal roofers and solar crews working downslope from an SSRA1 seam anchor, rebar and concrete crews, tower and structural work, and utility teams. Per the Malta Dynamics user manual, the side D-rings are for work positioning only and are never used for fall arrest, so each worker still needs a compatible connecting device clipped to the dorsal D-ring and an anchorage rated for fall arrest, plus a positioning lanyard for the hip D-rings.
Features
Built for downslope roof work
Facing the anchor and working downslope on a standing seam roof, a worker can sit back into a positioning lanyard at the hips while the lifeline stays on the dorsal D-ring for fall arrest.
Side positioning D-rings
A pair of hip-level side D-rings supports a positioning lanyard, allowing workers to lean back and work hands-free.
Break-away lanyard keepers
Dual break-away keepers hold the lanyard legs out of the way and release cleanly the moment a fall begins.
Reflective webbing
High-visibility reflective webbing helps keep workers seen in low light and around moving equipment.
Pass-thru chest buckle
A pass-thru chest buckle plus a Premium Velcro label jacket keeps the fit secure and the inspection labels protected.
Independently verified
Backed by a Malta Dynamics Declaration of Conformity with third-party testing performed under ISO 17025 accreditation.
Technical Specifications
| What ships | One Warthog Side D-Ring full body harness in the selected size |
|---|---|
| SKUs by size | B1101 (S-M), B1102 (L-XL, stocked in our warehouse), B1103 (XXL) |
| Type | Full body positioning harness, back (dorsal) D-ring plus two hip-level side D-rings |
| Worker capacity | 130 to 310 lb per worker, including tools and equipment |
| Maximum arrest force | 1,800 lb (8 kN) when used with compliant connecting equipment |
| Leg straps | Tongue-and-buckle |
| Attachment | Dorsal (back) D-ring for fall arrest; two side D-rings for work positioning only (never for fall arrest, per the Malta Dynamics manual) |
| Webbing | High-strength polyester and nylon |
| Hardware | Galvanized steel D-rings, buckles, and adjusters |
| Lanyard keepers | Dual break-away keepers |
| Maximum static strength | 3,600 lb |
| Chest buckle | Pass-thru |
| Visibility | Reflective webbing |
| Label protection | Premium Velcro label jacket |
| Sizes | S-M, L-XL, XXL (L-XL ships same day from our warehouse; S-M and XXL ship direct from Malta Dynamics) |
| Unit weight (approx.) | 4.0 lb (S-M), 4.0 lb (L-XL), 4.1 lb (XXL) |
| Compliance | ANSI Z359.11-2021; ANSI A10.32-2012; OSHA 1926 Subpart M; OSHA 1910 |
| Warranty | 1 year limited (Malta Dynamics) against factory defects in workmanship and materials |
A harness alone will not stop a fall. Each Warthog is one part of a complete personal fall arrest system. Pair every harness with a compatible connecting device and an anchorage rated for fall arrest, inspect the harness before each use, calculate fall clearance below the work surface, and remove any harness from service after a fall or once its fall indicator has deployed.
Compliance Standards
ANSI Z359.11-2021
ANSI/ASSP standard for full body harnesses, covering design, strength, and labeling. The Warthog is certified to this standard per its Declaration of Conformity.
ANSI A10.32-2012
ANSI/ASSP standard for fall protection systems used in construction and demolition operations.
OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart M
Construction fall protection, including the personal fall arrest system requirements of 1926.502.
OSHA 29 CFR 1910
General industry fall-protection requirements for personal fall-arrest equipment.
Typical Applications
Fit and Donning Overview
Don and adjust per the Malta Dynamics Warthog user instruction manual. The sequence below is an overview only.
- Inspect. Check webbing, stitching, the back D-ring, both side D-rings, buckles, and the fall indicator before every use.
- Don. Slip the harness over the shoulders and bring the leg straps up between the legs.
- Buckle the legs. Engage each tongue-and-buckle leg strap and the pass-thru chest buckle at the proper setting.
- Adjust. Snug the torso and leg straps so a flat hand fits under the webbing - no slack, no pinching.
- Position the D-ring. Center the back D-ring between the shoulder blades.
- Connect. Clip a compatible self-retracting lifeline, vertical lifeline rope grab, or shock-absorbing lanyard to the back D-ring and to an anchorage rated for fall arrest, then verify fall clearance. Connect a positioning lanyard to the side D-rings only as described in the Malta Dynamics manual.
Inspection and Retirement
Inspect each harness before every use, with a documented competent-person inspection at least every six months (or more often per your program). Remove a harness from service for any of the conditions below.
- Webbing: cuts, frays, burns, chemical damage, broken fibers, or heavy abrasion.
- Stitching: pulled, cut, or broken stitches at load-bearing seams.
- D-ring and hardware: cracks, distortion, sharp edges, corrosion, or rough operation.
- Buckles and adjusters: slipping, distortion, or parts that will not lock.
- Fall indicator: any deployed or activated indicator.
- Labels: the ID and certification labels must remain legible and attached.
Retirement triggers: any fall-arrest event, a deployed fall indicator, or any of the damage above. A harness that has arrested a fall must be removed from service permanently.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Malta Dynamics Warthog Side D-Ring Submittals and Documentation
B1102 Warthog Side D-Ring Spec Sheet (PDF)Key features, capacity, sizes, weights, materials, and compliance summary. B1102 Warthog Harness User Instruction Manual (PDF)Donning, fit, harness classes, inspection, retirement, and warranty. B1102 Warthog Side D-Ring Declaration of Conformity (PDF)Conformity statement with ISO 17025 third-party test verification for B1101, B1102, and B1103. B1102 Harness Inspection FormCompetent-person inspection checklist for webbing, stitching, D-Rings, and hardware.Compatible and Related Products
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- Malta C7102-G2 6 ft Pygmy Hog SRL. A compact personal SRL that clips to the harness back D-ring.
- Malta C7050 50 ft Vertical Lifeline Assembly. Rope lifeline and rope grab for vertical access work.
- Malta A6304 4-Way Roof Anchor Plate. A reusable roof anchor to tie off the personal fall arrest system.
- SSRA1 Stay Safe Combo (22 ga, cupped tip). Seam anchor, 50 ft vertical lifeline, harness, and trauma straps; choose the Side D-Ring harness upgrade at checkout.
- SSRA1 Stay Safe Combo (24 ga, nylon tip). The same complete kit for 24-gauge panels, with the Side D-Ring harness upgrade available.
- RidgePro Roof Peak Anchor Bundle with 50 ft Lifeline and Harness. Steep-roof peak anchor kit for shingle and metal roofs, with the Side D-Ring harness upgrade available.
- SSRA1 Deluxe Stay Safe Combo. Both set screw types plus the torque wrench, with the Side D-Ring harness upgrade available.
Specifying Harnesses for Your Crew?
Need help specifying the right harness sizes and the connecting devices and anchors to go with them? Confirm your worker sizes, connector reach, and fall clearance with us and we will walk through the full kit list so the right equipment ships together.
Call 863-703-4522 to talk to a fall protection specialist.
