Fall Arrest Lanyards for Working at Heights in Construction, Mining & Industrial Access 

Austlift Safety Lanyards are fall arrest lanyards designed for working at heights across construction, mining, utilities, infrastructure maintenance & industrial access environments in Australia.

They are a critical part of AS/NZS 1891 compliant height safety systems, ensuring continuous connection between the worker, Full Body Harnesses & certified Anchor Points & Connectors.

These lanyards control fall distance, absorb energy during fall events & maintain compliance in high-risk elevated environments where safe movement must be maintained at all times.

They are commonly used alongside Fall Protection & Harness Systems across Australian worksites where working at height is unavoidable.

What are Safety Lanyards?

A safety lanyard (fall arrest lanyard) is a connecting device used to link a worker’s harness to an anchorage point within a height safety system.

It is designed to:

• Arrest falls safely

• Reduce impact forces on the body

• Maintain secure attachment during movement

• Support AS/NZS 1891 compliant systems

In Australian industrial environments, safety lanyards are essential wherever fall hazards cannot be fully eliminated.

They are often used in combination with Work Safety Protections systems for full-site safety compliance.

What are Austlift Safety Lanyards used for?

Austlift Safety Lanyards are used across a wide range of height-based applications including:

► Construction site access & elevation work
► Roofing, solar & façade installation
► Steel erection & structural maintenance
► Industrial shutdown & plant servicing
► Telecommunications tower access
► Warehouse racking & elevated maintenance
► Confined space & restricted access environments

They perform best when integrated with Scaffolding & Work Platforms where movement across elevation zones is required.

Why Austlift Safety Lanyards Matter?

In fall protection systems, the lanyard is the critical energy control link between worker & anchor.

Failure typically occurs not at the anchor or harness, but at the connection point itself.

Austlift lanyards are engineered to:

► Absorb fall arrest energy
► Reduce impact forces during deployment
► Maintain controlled connection under load
► Support movement across elevated zones
► Ensure AS/NZS 1891 compliance

System performance improves significantly when paired with Roof Worker Kits & certified anchorage systems.

When should you use a safety lanyard?

Use Austlift Safety Lanyards when:

✔ Working at height above fall risk thresholds
✔ Movement between elevated positions is required
✔ Anchor points are fixed but access zones vary
✔ Edge protection alone is not sufficient
✔ Continuous attachment is required for compliance

They should NOT be used without a compatible harness system or certified anchor point.

Types of Austlift Safety Lanyards

► Energy Absorbing Lanyards – Reduce fall impact forces
► Single Tail Lanyards – Basic controlled attachment systems
► Twin Tail Lanyards – Continuous connection during movement
► Adjustable Lanyards – Flexible working length control
► Positioning Lanyards – Work restraint & positioning support
► Rope & Webbing Lanyards – Lightweight mobility systems

Each type must be selected based on risk profile, movement requirements & system compatibility.

Single vs Twin Tail Lanyards

Single Tail Lanyards

Best for:

• Static work positions

• Simple anchor points

• Short duration tasks

Twin Tail Lanyards

Best for:

• Continuous movement at height

• Roofing & structural steel work

• Transition between anchor points

Twin tail systems significantly reduce unhooked exposure risk during movement.

Inspection & Replacement Requirements

Before every use:

► Inspect webbing for cuts, fraying or UV damage
► Check hooks, connectors & locking mechanisms
► Verify shock absorber integrity
► Confirm system compatibility
► Ensure no prior fall event has occurred

Replace immediately if:

• Fall arrest has been activated

• Damage or deformation is present

• System integrity is compromised

Preventative maintenance practices are reinforced in real-world operational safety guidance such as 7 Signs Your Power Tool Needs a Service Before It Fails on Site.

System failures are usually caused by incorrect configuration rather than product failure, a concept reinforced in The Jobsite Doesn’t Forgive. We Do..

Risk Factors & Field Reality

Common causes of system failure include:

► Incorrect lanyard selection for task type
► Poor compatibility between harness & connectors
► Worn or uninspected equipment in service
► Incorrect anchorage positioning
► Unsafe movement between anchor zones

Environmental exposure such as UV degradation, heat & moisture also reduces equipment lifespan over time.