What is a double lanyard?

Dual leg lanyards are personal lifelines with two separate legs, connected at one end. Double self-retracting lifelines also create the same double leg effect.

What are the 2 types of lanyards?

The two main categories of Shock-Absorbing Lanyards are Y-Style and V-Style Lanyards. Both are often 6′ long and are often made of a woven material or cable. Each Lanyard use a deceleration device, but the Y-Style Lanyard has an external shock absorber, while the V-Style has a shock absorber built into each leg.

What are the different types of lanyards?

The different types of lanyards include:

• Breakaway lanyards.
• Designer lanyards.
• Beaded lanyards.
• Double-ended lanyards.
• Pocket lanyards.
• Tubular lanyards.
• Full color lanyards.
• Woven lanyards.

What does 100 tie-off mean?

Related Definitions 100% tie-off means that a person must be properly tied-off at all times while exposed to a fall hazard. The use of two lanyards is required if a person must move or relocate a tie-off point while exposed to a fall hazard to ensure a positive tie-off connection at all times during the move.

How long are shock absorbing lanyards good for?

So a standard 6′ shock absorbing lanyard is suitable for falls up to 6′, meaning that at no time can the attachment point on your harness be above the anchor point.

What is Rip stitch lanyard?

Guardian 01205 Rip-Stitch Shock Absorbing Nylon Lanyard This product is ideal for workers who cannot comfortably reach their harness dorsal D-ring, as well as to attach a shock absorbing component to a lanyard that is not compatible for use in Fall Arrest applications.

Why is it called a lanyard?

The word originates from the French word ‘lanière’, which means ‘strap’. Those original lanyards were simple straps made from cord or rope found on the ship, tied around a weapon or a whistle.

What is a positioning lanyard?

A positioning lanyard is part of a positioning device system. This type of system supports the employee on an elevated vertical surface, such as a wall or pole. This allows them to work hands-free while leaning. The lanyard connects the employee to an anchor point in front of their body.

Do full body harnesses expire?

There is no such thing as a predetermined or mandated expiration date on fall protection harnesses. Neither OSHA nor ANSI have current codes or standards that set a specific time period for taking a harness out of service. Even most manufacturers will not suggest how long a harness will last.

Does the lanyard have a break-away?

This lanyard does not have a break-away feature. I carry the wrist lanyard only around the palm and back of my hand for the same reason. Tie overhand knot in cord where you want to position the ,loops. Bring cord ends trough overhand knot to make loops of desired size.

How to wear a lanyard around the neck?

Please be aware of the hazards of wearing a lanyard around your neck. This lanyard does not have a break-away feature. I carry the wrist lanyard only around the palm and back of my hand for the same reason. Tie overhand knot in cord where you want to position the ,loops. Bring cord ends trough overhand knot to make loops of desired size.

How do you carry your wrist lanyard?

I carry the wrist lanyard only around the palm and back of my hand for the same reason. Tie overhand knot in cord where you want to position the ,loops. Bring cord ends trough overhand knot to make loops of desired size.