Abstract: A means for securing a body harness to a scaffolding structure. More particularly, the present invention relates to a strap which: (a) has secured to one end a connection means for attaching to a scaffolding structure of the type which is assembled by a coordinating connection/retention system, such as a locking cup system, and (b) has secured to the other end a mounting ring for attaching to a body harness.

Abstract: A protective assembly for a ladder system is provided for scaffolding structures of the type which utilizes a connector/retention system for detachably securing upright and horizontal members. The protective assembly is comprised of substantially U-shaped and substantially J-shaped horizontal members the ends of which have secured thereto connector means and which when secured to upright members to both sides of said ladder system provides an efficient enclosed circular cage with unobstructed access from a lower ladder to a platform at the base of an upper ladder.