Safety Direct 310 Single Leg Energy-Absorbing Web Lanyard | CSA Z259.11
Safety Direct 310 Single Leg Energy-Absorbing Web Lanyard, CSA Z259.11-17. A single-leg shock-absorbing lanyard in 1¾ in. DURA GUARD woven polyester webbing with a 310 energy absorber. The snap hook nearest the absorber clips to the back (dorsal) D-ring of your harness and the other hook goes to the anchor. Rated for one worker from 110 to 310 lb (50 to 140 kg) including clothing and tools. Made by Safety Direct Ltd. of Sherwood Park, Alberta.
Safety Direct 310 single leg lanyard key features
- 310 energy absorber
- Single leg
- Clear heat-shrink tubing protects the label and lets you inspect the absorber
- 1¾ in. (45 mm) woven polyester webbing, 5,000 lb (23 kN) minimum tensile strength
- Snap, ladder or scaffold hook ends, 5,000 lb (23 kN) minimum break load, 3,600 lb (16 kN) gate rating
Safety Direct 310 energy-absorbing single leg lanyard specifications
| Manufacturer | Safety Direct Ltd., Sherwood Park, AB |
|---|---|
| Lanyard type | Single leg energy-absorbing (shock-absorbing) web lanyard |
| Webbing | 1¾ in. (45 mm) woven polyester, 5,000 lb (23 kN) min. tensile |
| Hooks | Snap, ladder or scaffold; 5,000 lb (23 kN) min. break load; 3,600 lb (16 kN) gate |
| Worker capacity | 110 to 310 lb (50 to 140 kg), including clothing and equipment |
| Maximum free fall | 6 ft (1.8 m) |
| Maximum deployment length | 11.3 ft (3.5 m) |
| Lengths in this listing | 4 ft and 6 ft fixed |
| Standard | CSA Z259.11-17 (instructions also cite ANSI Z359.13) |
When to use a Safety Direct 310 single leg lanyard
Roofing and framing
Tie off to a certified roof or structural anchor for fall arrest.
Scaffold and rebar work
Pick the scaffold hook end for large-diameter tie-off points.
Ladder and climbing
Pick the ladder hook end for rungs, rails and larger anchors.
Moving between anchors
Pair with a twin-leg lanyard when you must move between anchors.
Is the Safety Direct 310 lanyard CSA certified? Common questions
Is the Safety Direct 310 single leg lanyard CSA certified?
Yes. Safety Direct certifies it to CSA Z259.11-17, the Canadian standard for energy absorbers and lanyards.
310 or 420 lanyard: which energy absorber do I need?
Weigh yourself with clothing and tools. The 310 series covers 110 to 310 lb; the 420 series covers 200 to 420 lb.
Which end of the lanyard clips to my harness?
The snap hook nearest the energy absorber goes to the back (dorsal) D-ring. The other end goes to the anchor.
How much fall clearance does this lanyard need?
Free fall must stay at or under 6 ft. Safety Direct lists a maximum deployment length of 11.3 ft (3.5 m); add harness stretch, your height and a safety margin.
Safety Direct 310 lanyard instructions (PDF)
Spec sheet & instructions: the maker's own documents, hosted on our store.
Pair the Safety Direct 310 lanyard with a CSA harness and anchor
The lanyard is the connecting link. Add a CSA Z259.10 full-body harness and a suitable anchor to complete your fall arrest system.