Guardian Fall Protection 11200, 11201, 11202, 11203, 21215 Instruction Manual

Product Name: Internal Shock Lanyard

Part #: 11200; 11201; 11202; 11203; 21215; 01295; 01296; 01297; 01298; 11211; 11212;
11213; 11260; 11261

Instruction Manual

Do not throw away these instructions!
Read and understand these instructions before using equipment!

Introduction 1

Applicable Safety Standards

Worker Classifications

Product Specific Applications

Limitations

Components and Specifications

Installation and Use

Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage

Inspection

Inspection Log

Safety Information

Labels

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a Guardian Fall Protection Internal Shock Lanyard. This manual must be read and
understood in its entirety, and used as part of an employee training program as required by OSHA or any
applicable state agency.

This and any other included instructions must be made available to the user of the equipment. The user must
understand how to safely and effectively use the Internal Shock Lanyard, and all fall safety equipment used in
combination with the Internal Shock Lanyard.

User Information

Date of First Use:

Serial #:

Trainer:

User:

Applicable Safety Standards

When used according to instruction specifications, this product meets or exceeds all applicable OSHA 1926
Subpart M, OSHA 1910, ANSI Z359.13-2009, and ANSI A10.32-2012 standards for fall protection. Applicable
standards and regulations depend on the type of work being done, and also might include state regulations if
applicable. Consult regulatory agencies for more information on personal fall arrest systems and associated
components.

Worker Classifications

CAUTION

!

Qualified Person: A person with an accredited degree or certification, and with extensive experience or
sufficient professional standing, who is considered proficient in planning and reviewing the conformity of fall
protection and rescue systems.

Competent Person: A highly trained and experienced person who is ASSIGNED BY THE EMPLOYER to be
responsible for all elements of a fall safety program, including, but not limited to, its regulation, management,
and application. A person who is proficient in identifying existing and predictable fall hazards, and who has
the authority to stop work in order to eliminate hazards.

Authorized Person: A person who is assigned by their employer to work around or be subject to potential or
existing fall hazards.

It is the responsibility of a Qualified or Competent person to supervise the job site and ensure all
applicable safety regulations are complied with.

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Understand the following definitions of those who
work near or who may be exposed to fall hazards.

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Product Specific Applications

WARNING

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Personal Fall Arrest: Internal Shock Lanyard may be used to support a MAXIMUM 1 PFAS for use
in Fall Arrest applications. Structure must withstand loads applied in the directions permitted by
the system of at least 5,000 lbs. Maximum free fall is 6‘. Applicable D-ring: Dorsal.

Restraint: Internal Shock Lanyard may be used in Restraint applications. Restraint systems prevent
workers from reaching the leading edge of a fall hazard. Always account for fully deployed length
of lanyard/SRL. Structure must withstand loads applied in the directions permitted by the system
of at least 1,000 lbs. No free fall is permitted. Restraint systems may only be used on surfaces
with slopes up to 4/12 (vertical/horizontal). Applicable D-rings: Dorsal, Chest, Side, Shoulder.

Work Positioning: Internal Shock Lanyard may be used in Work Positioning applications. Work
Positioning systems allow a worker to be supported while in suspension and work freely with
both hands. Structure must withstand loads applied in the directions permitted by the system of
at least 3,000 lbs. Maximum allowable free fall is 2’. Applicable D-rings: Side, Shoulder.

Rescue/Confined Space: Internal Shock Lanyard may be used in Rescue/Confined Space
applications. Rescue systems function to safely recover a worker from a confined location or after
exposed to a fall. There are various configurations of Rescue systems depending on the type of
rescue. Structure must withstand loads applied in the directions permitted by the system of at
least 3,000 lbs. No free fall is permitted. Applicable D-rings: Dorsal, Chest, Shoulder.

Use of equipment in unintended applications may result in serious

injury or death. Maximum 1 attachment per connection point.

For all applications: worker weight capacity range

(including all clothing, tools, and equipment) is 130-310 lbs.

Not all Guardian Internal Shock Lanyards may be used in every

WARNING

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application type. ALWAYS consider lanyard length, design, and

any other structural components. Competent Person MUST make a

determination regarding correct lanyard application and compatibility.

Limitations

Fall Clearance: There must be sufficient clearance

below the anchorage connector to arrest a fall
before the user strikes the ground or an obstruction.
When calculating fall clearance, account for a
MINIMUM 3’ safety factor, deceleration distance,
user height, length of lanyard/SRL, and all other
applicable factors.

Diagram shown is an example fall
clearance calculation ONLY.

Swing Falls: Prior to installation or use, make

considerations for eliminating or minimizing
all swing fall hazards. Swing falls occur when
the anchor is not directly above the location
where a fall occurs. Always work as close to
in line with the anchor point as possible.
Swing falls significantly increase the
likelihood of serious injury or death in the
event of a fall.

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Required

distance

from
anchorage
(19’ total)

FALL CLEARANCE CALCULATION

Lanyard length

(6’ total)

Deceleration

distance (4’ total)

Height of harness

dorsal D-ring from

worker’s feet

(6’ total)

Safety factor

(3’ total)

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Compatibility: When making connections with Internal Shock Lanyard, eliminate all possibility of roll-out.
Roll-out occurs when interference between a hook and the attachment point causes the hook gate to
unintentionally open and release. All connections must be selected and deemed compatible with Internal
Shock Lanyard by a Competent Person. All connector gates must be self-closing and self-locking, and withstand
minimum loads of 3,600 lbs. See the following for examples of compatible/incompatible connections:

Connector
closed and
locked to
D-ring. OK.

Two or more
snap hooks or
carabiners
connected to
each other. NO.

Two connectors
to same
D-ring. NO.

Incompatible
or irregular
application,
which may
increase risk
of roll-out. NO.

Connector
to integral
lanyard.

NO.

Connector
directly to
webbing.

NO.

Application
that places
load on gate.

NO.

Connector
directly to
horizontal
lifeline. NO.

Components and Specifications

Materials (made from some or all of the following): polyester, nylon, galvanized steel, and aluminum.

Webbing width: 1”.

Single Leg

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Double Leg

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Part # Length Description

11200
11201
11202
11203
21215
01295
01296
01297 4½’ - 6’ Stretch Lanyard, Single Leg w/Rebar Hook
01298 4½’ - 6’ Stretch Lanyard, Double Leg w/Rebar Hook
11211
11212
11213
11260
11261

6’
6’
6’
6’

6’
4½’ - 6’
4½’ - 6’

4½’ - 6’
4½’ - 6’
4½’ - 6’

6’

6’

Single Leg

Single Leg w/Rebar Hook

Double Leg

Double Leg w/Rebar Hooks

Double Leg w/Aluminum Rebar Hooks

Stretch Lanyard, Single Leg

Stretch Lanyard, Double Leg

Stretch Lanyard, Single Leg w/Black Web

Stretch Lanyard, Double Leg w/Black Web & Rebar Hook Ends

Stretch Lanyard, Single Leg w/Black Web & Rebar Hook End

Surfacetech Web, Single Leg

Surfacetech Web, Double Leg w/Rebar Hook Ends

Installation and Use

1. Prior to use, inspect Guardian Internal Shock Lanyards and all PFAS equipment to be used in combination
with Internal Shock Lanyards.

2. Ensure that all connectors and all other components of the PFAS are compatible with Guardian Internal
Shock Lanyards, and are selected by a Competent Person. The selected safety harness MUST be of proper size,
and MUST be fitted snugly, but still allow for a full range of movement.

3. Make considerations for eliminating or minimizing swing fall hazards.

4. Ensure structure to which the anchorage connector is attached is capable of withstanding a MINIMUM load
relative to the application in which the Internal Shock Lanyard is to be used.

5. Attach lanyard snap hook or rebar hook to compatible harness D-ring or structural anchor. For lanyards with
two, integrally connected legs, only attach the central snap hook to the applicable harness D-ring.

6. Attach remaining snap hook or carabiner end of lanyard to compatible anchorage connector. Rebar Hooks
MUST ONLY be connected to structural rebar. Ensure that all connectors are self-closing and self-locking, and
that there is no risk of roll-out. ALWAYS maintain 100% tie-off.

7. NEVER work with employed harness D-ring positioned above the anchorage connector, unless permitted by
specific application or combination of equipment. A Competent Person must make a determination regarding
the acceptability of working above an anchorage connector.

8. Only use Guardian Lanyards in the fall protection application(s) for which they are designed. Refer to
product labeling, or contact Guardian Fall Protection if unsure of proper application(s).

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Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage

If an Internal Shock Lanyard fails inspection in any way, immediately remove it from service, and contact
Guardian to inquire about its return or repair.

Cleaning after use is important for maintaining the safety and longevity of Internal Shock Lanyard. Remove all
dirt, corrosives, and contaminants from Internal Shock Lanyard before and after each use. If an Internal Shock
Lanyard cannot be cleaned with plain water, use mild soap and water, then rinse and wipe dry. NEVER clean
Internal Shock Lanyard with corrosive substances.

When not in use, store equipment where it will not be affected by heat, light, excessive moisture, chemicals,
or other degrading elements.

Inspection

Prior to EACH use, inspect Internal Shock Lanyard for deficiencies, including, but not limited to, corrosion,
deformation, pits, burrs, rough surfaces, sharp edges, cracking, rust, paint buildup, excessive heating,
alteration, broken stitching, fraying, and missing or illegible labels. IMMEDIATELY remove Internal Shock
Lanyard from service if defects or damage are found, or if exposed to forces of fall arrest.

Ensure that applicable work area is free of all damage, including, but not limited to, debris, rot, rust, decay,
cracking, and hazardous materials. Ensure that selected work area will support the application-specific
minimum loads set forth in this instruction manual. Work area MUST be stable.

At least every 6 months, a Competent Person other than the user must inspect Internal Shock Lanyard.

Competent Person inspections MUST be recorded in inspection log in instruction manual and on
equipment inspection grid label. The Competent Person must sign their initials in the box
corresponding to the month and year the inspection took place.

During inspection, consider all applications and hazards Internal Shock Lanyard have been subjected to.

Inspection Log

Date of First Use: __________________.

Product lifetime is 5 years from Date of First Use, or, if not recorded, from Date of Manufacture, as long
as it passes pre-use and Competent Person inspections. User must inspect prior to EACH use. Competent
Person other than user must complete formal inspection at least every 6 months. Competent Person to
inspect and initial.

This inspection log must be specific to one Internal Shock Lanyard. Separate inspection logs must be
used for each Internal Shock Lanyard. All inspection records must be made visible and available to all
users at all times.

If equipment fails inspection IMMEDIATELY REMOVE FROM SERVICE.

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Safety Information

Failure to understand and comply with safety regulations may result in

WARNING

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Do not alter equipment. Do not misuse equipment.

Workplace conditions, including, but not limited to, flame, corrosive chemicals, electrical shock, sharp objects,
machinery, abrasive substances, weather conditions, and uneven surfaces, must be assessed by a Competent
Person before fall protection equipment is selected.

The analysis of the workplace must anticipate where workers will be performing their duties, the routes they
will take to reach their work, and the potential and existing fall hazards they may be exposed to. Fall
protection equipment must be chosen by a Competent Person. Selections must account for all potential
hazardous workplace conditions. All fall protection equipment should be purchased new and in an unused
condition.

Fall protection systems must be selected and installed under the supervision of a Competent Person, and used
in a compliant manner. Fall protection systems must be designed in a manner compliant with all federal, state,
and safety regulations. Forces applied to anchors must be calculated by a Competent Person.

Unless explicitly stated otherwise, the maximum allowable free fall distance for lanyards must not exceed 6’.
No free fall allowed for non-LE SRLs. Class A SRLs must arrest falls within 24”; Class B SRLs must arrest falls
within 54”.

Harnesses and connectors selected must be compliant with manufacturer’s instructions, and must be of
compatible size and configuration. Snap hooks, carabiners, and other connectors must be selected and applied
in a compatible fashion. All risk of disengagement must be eliminated. All snap hooks and carabiners must be
self-locking and self-closing, and must never be connected to each other.

A pre-planned rescue procedure in the case of a fall is required. The rescue plan must be project-specific. The
rescue plan must allow for employees to rescue themselves, or provide an alternative means for their prompt
rescue. Store rescue equipment in an easily accessible and clearly marked area.

Training of Authorized Persons to correctly erect, disassemble, inspect, maintain, store, and use equipment
must be provided by a Competent Person. Training must include the ability to recognize fall hazards, minimize
the likelihood of fall hazards, and the correct use of personal fall arrest systems.

NEVER use fall protection equipment of any kind to hang, lift, support, or hoist tools or equipment, unless
explicitly certified for such use.

Equipment subjected to forces of fall arrest must immediately be removed from use.

Age, fitness, and health conditions can seriously affect the worker should a fall occur. Consult a doctor if there
is any reason to doubt a user’s ability to withstand and safely absorb fall arrest forces or perform set-up of
equipment. Pregnant women and minors must not use this equipment.

Physical harm may still occur even if fall safety equipment functions correctly. Sustained post-fall suspension
may result in serious injury or death. Use trauma relief straps to reduce the effects of suspension trauma.

serious injury or death. Regulations included herein are not all-inclusive,

are for reference only, and are not intended to replace a Competent

Person’s judgment or knowledge of federal or state standards.

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Labels

Attach shock absorber

end of lanyard to fall

arrest D-ring on

harness.

Shock Absorbing

Lanyard:

Compliant with all

applicable ANSI

Z359.13-09, ANSI

A10.32-12, OSHA 1910,

and OSHA 1926 Subpart

M requirements.

Capacity:

130-310lbs max.

(including all

equipment)

Max. Elongation: 48”

Material: Polyester or

Nylon

DO NOT

REMOVE LABELS

WARNING!

Follow manufacturer’s

instructions provided

with this lanyard at

time of shipment

from manufacturer.

Fully read and

understand

these instructions

before using.

User must inspect

before each use.

Competent Person to

inspect and initial at

least every 6 months.

Date of First Use

_____________

Service life of product

is 5 years from

date of first use.

Improper use of this

product could result

in serious injury or

death. Avoid contact
with sharp edges and
abrasive surfaces that

can cut or damage

the webbing or

components.

Warning: User Capacity Range 130-310 lbs.

6ft.

Maximum Free Fall Average Arresting Force

Maximum Deployment Distance 48”

Forces may increase when cold and/or wet

900 lbs.

Read Instructions Before Use

Make only safe
and compatible

connections.

For use only with
other OSHA and ANSI
compliant equipment

as part of a personal

fall arrest system.

Remove this lanyard

from service if a fall

has been incurred.

90000 (Rev. F)

Serial Number:
Date of Manufacture:
Model Number:
Length:

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85055 (Rev. F)

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