Which sequence correctly describes tying a figure-eight knot as a tie-in to the harness?

• A. Tie a bowline around the harness.
• B. Use a double overhand knot around the rope.
• C. Wrap the rope around the torso and tie a square knot.
• D. 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.

Answer: (D)

When tying in, you want a secure, locked connection between the rope and the harness that won’t slip under load. Tying a figure-eight at the rope end gives a stable, recognizable shape that resists loosening. After making that figure-eight, you run the rope through the harness’s tie-in points so the load travels through the harness rather than just the rope. Then you thread the tail back through the knot and pull snug, so the tail is effectively captured inside the knot. Finally, you dress the knot so it sits neatly and lies flat against the harness. This combination creates a strong, inspectable tie-in that stays secure as you move.

Other methods don’t provide the same reliable, locked-in connection. For example, a bowline around the harness can loosen under movement; a double overhand around the rope or a wrap around the torso with a square knot doesn’t tie the rope to the harness in a way that resists unloading and keeps the tail secured.