I had to promise my wife that I would always use the safety harness.

I've read all of the statistics about tree stand related injuries and I am not eager to become one. I have to admit that it is not the most comfortable thing in the world(i'm a big guy), but I would rather be uncomfortable for a couple of hours a day, than be in a wheelchair for the next 50 years or so.

The stand has a 350lbs weight limit, but I am thinking about adding an extra strap just for extra assurance. My brother in law can weld, and it shouldn't be a problem for him to add a couple of rings for an extra strap.