Making Safety as Easy as 1, 2, 3…
In choosing the correct lanyard, you must keep the application in mind. Make certain the lanyard is the proper length to allow the necessary worker movement and positioning. Also, be sure to choose the right material type necessary, depending on the work environment. There are two primary types of lanyards:
Connector selection is based primarily upon application. You will need to carefully consider your work environment, especially the type of structure where the connector will be attached. Weight should also be a consideration if a worker will need to carry the connector around during the work day. Most connectors are rated for 1 person with a 5,000 pound minimum breaking strength, as required by OSHA.
MSA Safety Harnesses
| Vestype (Vest-Style) | A Vestype or Vest-Style safety harness is put on and worn exactly like a typical jacket |
| Pullover (Cross-Chest) | A Pullover or Cross-Chest safety harness is put on over the head; similar to putting on a sweater |
Buckle Types
D-ring Types
| Back D-Ring | This is the attachment point for a lanyard. It can also be used as a rescue attachment |
| Hip D-Rings | Typically used for work positioning or for travel restriction applications |
| Chest D-Ring | Typically used for ladder climbing systems and suspension systems |
| Shoulder D-Rings | Typically used in rescue operations as well as in personnel riding applications |
MSA Lanyards
In choosing the correct lanyard, you must keep the application in mind. Make certain the lanyard is the proper length to allow the necessary worker movement and positioning. Also, be sure to choose the right material type necessary, depending on the work environment. There are two primary types of lanyards:
- Shock-absorbing Lanyards - Extend deceleration distance during a fall, significantly reducing fall arresting forces by 65 to 80 percent (below the threshold of injury)
- Restraint (Positioning) Lanyards - Used for restraint or positioning. Often also used in instances when fall distance is less than 2 to 3 feet
MSA Connectors
Connector selection is based primarily upon application. You will need to carefully consider your work environment, especially the type of structure where the connector will be attached. Weight should also be a consideration if a worker will need to carry the connector around during the work day. Most connectors are rated for 1 person with a 5,000 pound minimum breaking strength, as required by OSHA.
| MSA Connectors By Application: |
| Concrete: |
| Point Guard Anchorage Connector Strap |
| Steel Beam: |
| Beam Grip Anchorage Connector |
| Rail: |
| Rail-Slider Anchorage Connector |
| Residential: |
| Point Guard Anchorage Connector Strap |
| Back D-Ring Extension: |
| Lanyard Connector Adapter |
| Anchorage: |
| Anchorage Connector Strap D-Plate Anchorage Connector Bolt D-Ring Anchorage Connector with Hole MSA Suretyman Anchorage Sling |
