3M DBI-SALA ExoFit X100 Comfort Vest Full Body Harness, Large (1401022)
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3M DBI-SALA ExoFit X100 Comfort Vest Full Body Harness, Large (1401022) Overview
The 3M DBI-SALA 1401022 ExoFit X100 Comfort Vest Full Body Harness, Large is the entry tier of 3M's ExoFit X-series vest-style harnesses, designed as the wearer component of a complete personal fall arrest system. The comfort-vest configuration routes the webbing across the shoulders and chest in a vest layout for all-day wear, and the harness is sized Large for proper fit.
Under fall protection rules, OSHA 1926.502 and 1910.140 require that fall arrest be performed with a full body harness, never a body belt. The harness alone does not arrest a fall: it must be paired with a shock-absorbing lanyard or a self-retracting lifeline and connected to a qualified anchorage rated for the loads required by your system designer.
This page covers the X100 Large specifically. If you need a different size or a higher ExoFit tier, browse the full full body harnesses range. Remember the cardinal rule of fall arrest: any harness, lanyard, or lifeline that has arrested a fall must be retired from service immediately and never reused.
What It Is Built For
| Use case | Fit | Buyer guidance |
|---|---|---|
| General construction / industrial fall arrest | Strong fit | Vest-style full body harness for routine tie-off work; pair with a shock-absorbing lanyard or SRL and a qualified anchorage. |
| All-day wear comfort | Strong fit | Comfort Vest layout distributes webbing across the shoulders and chest for extended wear on long shifts. |
| Worker sized Large | Strong fit | Sized Large; confirm the wearer's chest, waist and torso fall within the Large range before buying. Other sizes sold separately. |
| Suspension / positioning / climbing | Check connections | The Comfort Vest is a fall-arrest configuration. For positioning or rebar work, choose an ExoFit model with side or front D-rings rated for that use. |
| Arc flash / hot work | Not specified | The X100 Comfort Vest is not described as an arc-flash harness. Select a purpose-built arc-flash model if electrical hazards are present. |
| Replacing a fall-arrested harness | Strong fit | Any harness that has stopped a fall must be retired. The X100 Large is a suitable in-kind replacement for a vest-style harness. |
Fall protection is life-safety equipment. A personal fall arrest system must limit free fall and arrest forces under OSHA 1926.502 / 1910.140 and ANSI Z359: use a full-body harness (never a body belt for fall arrest) with a compatible shock-absorbing lanyard or self-retracting lifeline and an anchorage rated 5,000 lb per worker (or engineered to a 2:1 safety factor). Inspect every component before each use, immediately retire anything that has arrested a fall or shows damage, and work to a documented rescue plan. Browse fall protection and full-body harnesses.
Pros & Cons
- Vest-style full body harness configuration suited to general fall arrest
- Comfort Vest layout aimed at all-day wearability
- Backed by 3M DBI-SALA, a long-established fall protection brand
- Sized Large for a dedicated fit rather than one-size-fits-all
- Entry tier of the ExoFit X-series for budget-conscious crews
- Serves as the compliant body-wear component of a personal fall arrest system
- Harness only - shock-absorbing lanyard or SRL and anchorage are required and sold separately
- Single size (Large); wrong-size buyers must order a different model
- Comfort Vest is a fall-arrest layout, not a positioning or suspension harness
- Must be retired permanently after arresting a single fall
How It Compares
The X100 Comfort Vest (1401022, Large) is the entry tier of 3M's ExoFit X-series vest-style harnesses. Within the same family, the ExoFit X200 Comfort Vest (1402022 Large / 1402023 X-Large) steps up the comfort and feature set, while the ExoFit X300 (1113001, Small) sits at the premium tier. For positioning work, the X200 Construction Positioning harness (1402106, Medium) adds a positioning configuration the Comfort Vest does not have. All are vest-architecture full body harnesses; choose by tier, size, and whether you need positioning D-rings. Compare the lineup under full body harnesses, and complete the system with a lanyard or self-retracting lifeline from the fall protection category.
Specifications
| Brand | 3M DBI-SALA |
| Series | ExoFit X100 |
| Model / Part Number | 1401022 |
| Style | Comfort Vest |
| Type | Full body harness (fall arrest) |
| Size | Large |
| Use | Body-wear component of a personal fall arrest system |
Related Resources
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 3M DBI-SALA 1401022 a full body harness?
Yes. The ExoFit X100 Comfort Vest 1401022 is a vest-style full body harness, the configuration OSHA 1926.502 and 1910.140 require for fall arrest. A body belt is never permitted for fall arrest. Browse more full body harnesses.
What size is this harness?
This listing is the size Large. Confirm the wearer's measurements fall within the Large range before ordering. Other sizes are sold as separate models within the full body harnesses range.
Does it include a lanyard or lifeline?
No. This is the harness only. A complete personal fall arrest system also needs a shock-absorbing lanyard or a self-retracting lifeline plus a qualified anchorage, all bought separately.
What anchorage does a fall arrest system need?
OSHA requires anchorages for personal fall arrest to be capable of supporting the loads specified for your system, typically engineered to a 5,000 lb anchorage or designed by a qualified person. Verify your anchor independently; the harness does not set anchorage strength. See the full fall protection category.
Can I reuse the harness after a fall?
No. Any harness, lanyard, or lifeline that has arrested a fall must be removed from service permanently and never reused. Order a replacement from full body harnesses.
Is this the same as the ExoFit X200 or X300?
No. The X100 is the entry tier of the ExoFit X-series; the X200 and X300 are higher tiers with added comfort and features. Compare them side by side under full body harnesses.
Can I use this harness for positioning or rebar work?
The Comfort Vest is a fall-arrest configuration. Positioning and rebar work need a harness with side or front D-rings rated for those uses, such as a construction positioning model. Browse the full body harnesses options.
Is the X100 an arc-flash harness?
The product title does not describe the X100 Comfort Vest as an arc-flash harness. If you face electrical or arc-flash hazards, choose a purpose-built arc-flash model from fall protection.
What lanyard works with this harness?
Use a shock-absorbing lanyard connected to the harness dorsal D-ring and a qualified anchorage. Match the lanyard's free-fall and clearance ratings to your work. Shop compatible lanyards.
Can I use a self-retracting lifeline instead of a lanyard?
Yes, when appropriate for the fall clearance and anchorage. An SRL connects to the dorsal D-ring and limits free-fall distance. Browse self retracting lifelines to pair with this harness.
How do I inspect this harness before use?
Inspect webbing, stitching, D-rings, and buckles for cuts, fraying, corrosion, or deformation before every use, and follow the manufacturer's formal inspection schedule. Retire it if it has arrested a fall or fails inspection. See more fall protection gear.
Is this harness OSHA compliant on its own?
The harness is the body-wear component that OSHA requires for fall arrest, but compliance depends on the complete system: harness plus a shock-absorbing lanyard or self-retracting lifeline and a qualified anchorage, all used correctly per OSHA 1926.502 / 1910.140.
Written by Steven Eaton, WC Safety Editorial. Specifications sourced from 3M published data. Compare the range in full-body harnesses.
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