Protecta 3M Shock-Absorbing Lanyard in Webbing, Small Hook, 1.5 ft 1340260C

Protecta 3M Shock-Absorbing Lanyard in Webbing, 1.5 ft, Small Snap Hook

Protecta 3M manufacturer code: 7012817368, model 1340260C

This Protecta 3M single-leg shock-absorbing lanyard measures 1.5 ft (0.46 m) and suits work positions where clearance below the worker is limited. The built-in shock absorber deploys through controlled tearing to reduce the arrest force transmitted to the worker in the event of a fall, an important advantage on job sites where vertical space is restricted.

Made from abrasion-resistant polyester webbing, it features a small zinc-plated steel spring-loaded snap hook at one end and a D-ring at the other, for quick connection to the harness or anchorage point. Metal parts are unpainted, reducing the risk of corrosion over time even in frequent outdoor use.

This lanyard supports a worker weighing 121 lb to 310 lb (54.9 kg to 140.6 kg), including clothing, tools and equipment. Compliant with CSA Z259.11, it is suited for construction and general industry work where a short length and minimal clearance are needed.

Applications of the Protecta 3M Shock-Absorbing Lanyard

This short 1.5 ft lanyard is particularly suited to restricted-height work positions: aerial platforms, scaffolding, low roofs and confined spaces where a longer shock-absorbing lanyard would not leave enough clearance to safely arrest a fall. It also suits general construction, industrial maintenance and short tasks requiring a quick connection to a nearby anchorage point.

Understanding the Fall Clearance Window

The required fall clearance below the anchorage point is calculated using the official 3M formula: DN = LL + DD + HH + C, where LL is the lanyard length, DD is the absorber deployment distance (1.2 m or 4 ft), HH is the height of the suspended worker (about 1.8 m or 6 ft), and C is a 0.5 m (1.5 ft) safety factor.

For this 1.5 ft lanyard: 1.5 ft (lanyard) + 4 ft (deployment) + 6 ft (worker) + 1.5 ft (safety) = 13 ft (3.96 m) of clearance required below the anchorage point.

A shock-absorbing lanyard requires significant clearance since the absorber deploys before the fall fully stops; a self-retracting lifeline locks almost instantly and requires much less clearance. At low heights, the retractable option is often the safer choice.

If the anchorage point is not directly overhead, a fall can cause a swing (pendulum fall) that reduces the actual clearance and risks striking nearby structures. Always work as directly below the anchorage point as possible.

FAQ: Protecta 3M Shock-Absorbing Lanyard 1.5 ft

What fall clearance should be planned for this 1.5 ft lanyard?

About 13 ft (3.96 m) below the anchorage point, following the 3M formula DN = LL + DD + HH + C.

What happens if the anchorage is at the worker's foot level?

A low anchorage increases the fall factor and the required clearance; a shorter lanyard or a device designed for foot-level anchorage should be used, and available clearance must always be validated before starting work.

Is this lanyard suitable for a worker over 310 lb?

No, the maximum capacity is 310 lb including clothing, tools and equipment; a higher-capacity device must be chosen beyond that.

Can this lanyard be used with any harness?

Yes, the small spring-loaded snap hook connects to the dorsal or sternal D-ring of most CSA/ANSI compliant fall arrest harnesses.

Is this lanyard reusable after a fall?

No, any lanyard that has arrested a fall must be removed from service immediately, even without visible damage.

Complementary Suggestions for This Lanyard:

The worker wearing this lanyard completes their equipment with cut-resistant gloves (GS13GDSTL), safety glasses (YASF202), a spare pair of backup (GS13SXGPU), a safety helmet (TA82) with its chin strap (TA80CS) and earplugs (O1100) for complete personal protection at the work position.

For a functional fall protection system, this lanyard pairs with a first harness (FPH140102XCA), an anchor (FPA210314X) fixed to the structure, a lanyard (FPL134013X) for positions requiring more reach, a second harness (FPH140103XCAP) for the crew, a stainless steel (FPA210367X) anchor, and a retractable (FPLR3500250) for higher work positions. Also plan for a height rescue device Rollgliss R550 with hand crank and integrated hoist (FPLR550, adapted rope length), and barricade the work zone with a tape DANGER barricade tape (ECT3RE9) and a cone traffic cone (EPTCONE).

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