sedaky
Sedáky are safety harnesses worn around the waist and thighs to connect a climber or worker to a rope system. They are used in activities such as rock climbing, mountaineering, rope-access work, rescue operations, and industrial fall protection. The harness distributes weight through the hips and legs and provides attachment points for ropes, belay devices, and equipment.
A typical sedák consists of a waist belt, two adjustable leg loops, a belay or tie-in loop,
Variants range from the common sit harness (belt around the waist with integrated leg loops) to full-body
Safety and inspection are essential. Harnesses should be inspected for wear, fraying, cuts, and damaged stitching
Etymology and usage: in Czech and Slovak, sedák means a climbing harness, with sedáky being the plural