Which sequence correctly describes tying into the harness using a figure-eight knot?

Which sequence correctly describes tying into the harness using a figure-eight knot?

• A. Tie an overhand knot around the harness.
• B. Make a figure-eight knot on a bight and clip to the harness.
• C. Create a figure-eight knot at rope end, wrap rope through the tie-in points on the harness, and thread tail through the knot; snug and dress.
• D. Tie a square knot around the harness.

Answer: (C)

Tying into a harness with a figure-eight knot sequence relies on creating a secure stopper knot at the rope end, feeding the rope through the harness tie-in points, then threading the tail back through the knot so the load sits on the knot and won’t back out. The correct approach is: make a figure-eight knot at the rope end, wrap the rope through the harness tie-in points, and thread the tail through the knot before snugging and dressing. This ensures even load distribution, security under movement, and the knot staying tidy. Other options fall short: an overhand around the harness isn’t reliably secure; a figure-eight on a bight clipped to the harness omits the tail-through step that prevents the knot from loosening; a square knot around the harness isn’t a safe or standard tie-in and can come undone.

Tying into a harness with a figure-eight knot sequence relies on creating a secure stopper knot at the rope end, feeding the rope through the harness tie-in points, then threading the tail back through the knot so the load sits on the knot and won’t back out. The correct approach is: make a figure-eight knot at the rope end, wrap the rope through the harness tie-in points, and thread the tail through the knot before snugging and dressing. This ensures even load distribution, security under movement, and the knot staying tidy. Other options fall short: an overhand around the harness isn’t reliably secure; a figure-eight on a bight clipped to the harness omits the tail-through step that prevents the knot from loosening; a square knot around the harness isn’t a safe or standard tie-in and can come undone.