Description
On this page: the MSA V-FORM full-body harness. Standards as MSA lists them: ANSI Z359.11; CSA Z259.10; OSHA (as the catalog V-FORM tables list it). 2 part numbers on this page: pick the version above and the part number and price change with it. Ships in 1–2 business days; most orders arrive in 3–7 business days.
MSA Safety Harness specifications
| Item | MSA data |
|---|---|
| Part numbers | 10197196, 10196642 |
| Type | Safety Harness |
| 10197196 | V-FORM Harness, Standard, Back D-Ring, Qwik-Fit Leg Straps |
| 10196642 | V-FORM Harness, Standard, Back D-Ring, Tongue Buckle Leg Straps |
| Line | MSA V-FORM |
| Standards | ANSI Z359.11; CSA Z259.10; OSHA (as the catalog V-FORM tables list it) |
Source: MSA product page https://us.msasafety.com/Fall-Protection/Full-Body-Harnesses/V-FORM%E2%84%A2-Safety-Harness/p/000230000200001110, fetched Nov 10 2026; MSA Safety Equipment Catalog 2026-2027 (PDF) pages 165-166 (V-FORM Full-Body Harness tables); MSA V-FORM Safety Harness product page. Figures are as the manufacturer publishes them.
Standards, as MSA prints them
| Item | As MSA prints it |
|---|---|
| Standards | ANSI Z359.11; CSA Z259.10; OSHA (as the catalog V-FORM tables list it) |
Source: MSA Safety Equipment Catalog 2026-2027 (PDF) pages 165-166 (V-FORM Full-Body Harness tables); MSA V-FORM Safety Harness product page. Ratings are as published by the manufacturer, not a recommendation for any task.
V-FORM features, as MSA lists them
- Athletic cut with pull-down adjustment
- Back D-ring; hip D-rings on the construction versions
- Tongue buckle or Qwik-Fit leg straps as the part number
Source: MSA product page https://us.msasafety.com/Fall-Protection/Full-Body-Harnesses/V-FORM%E2%84%A2-Safety-Harness/p/000230000200001110, fetched Nov 10 2026; MSA Safety Equipment Catalog 2026-2027 (PDF) pages 165-166 (V-FORM Full-Body Harness tables); MSA V-FORM Safety Harness product page
What you get
One safety harness. Price shown is for one unit as sold.
- 10197196 (Chest/Qwik-Fit™ Leg Buckles): $56.20
- 10196642 (Chest/Tongue Leg Buckles): $72.40
Related MSA safety harness part numbers
| Part number | As printed | Price | Listing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10197196 | V-FORM Harness, Standard, Back D-Ring, Qwik-Fit Leg Straps | $56.20 | this page |
| 10196642 | V-FORM Harness, Standard, Back D-Ring, Tongue Buckle Leg Straps | $72.40 | this page |
| 10195150 | V-FIT Construction Harness, Extra Large, Back & Hip D-Rings, Tongue Buckle Leg S | $424.44 | MSA 10195150 V-FIT Safety Harness, Construction, Back and Hip D-Rings |
| BS7698-01 | Back & Hip D-Rings, Tongue Buckle Legs / M/L | $405.65 | MSA 10195150 V-FIT Safety Harness, Construction, Back and Hip D-Rings |
| BS7698-02 | Back D-Ring, Quick Connect Legs / XL | $405.65 | MSA 10195150 V-FIT Safety Harness, Construction, Back and Hip D-Rings |
| 10194630 | V-FIT Harness, Standard, Back D-Ring, Quick-Connect Leg Straps, Shoulder Padding | $328.92 | MSA 10195150 V-FIT Safety Harness, Construction, Back and Hip D-Rings |
| 10197216 | V-FORM Harness, Extra Large, Back & Hip D-Rings, Tongue Buckle Leg Straps | $82.43 | MSA 10197216 V-FORM Safety Harness, Back and Hip D-Rings, Tongue Buckle Legs, XL |
Every listing in this family is on the MSA Fall Protection and Confined Space Entry page.
Source: Descriptions as the manufacturer prints them per part number; prices from the store.
MSA Safety Harness questions
How often do fall protection harnesses need to be inspected? Before each use by the worker, and at least annually by a competent person under ANSI Z359; MSA publishes inspection checklists for the V-FIT, V-FORM and Workman lines (linked below where MSA lists them).
What is the weight capacity of the harness? ANSI Z359.11 rates full-body harnesses for users of 130 to 310 lb including tools; MSA lists the V-FIT and V-FORM to ANSI Z359.11, CSA Z259.10 and OSHA in the catalog tables.
What standards does the 10197196 carry? As MSA lists them: ANSI Z359.11; CSA Z259.10; OSHA (as the catalog V-FORM tables list it).
What is the 10197196? MSA prints it as "V-FORM Harness, Standard, Back D-Ring, Qwik-Fit Leg Straps".
Guides: harness inspection · how to put on a harness · harness capacity and sizing · suspension trauma.
MSA V-FORM documents
- Comparison: V-SERIES Harnesses (PDF)
- V-FORM Design Change Notice (PDF)
- OSHA: V-FORM (PDF)
- ANSI: V-FORM / V-FORM+ (PDF)
- CSA: Harnesses (PDF)
Source: MSA product page https://us.msasafety.com/Fall-Protection/Full-Body-Harnesses/V-FORM%E2%84%A2-Safety-Harness/p/000230000200001110, fetched Nov 10 2026 (documents list).
