Dropped Object Prevention | Fall Protection

Attachment Points make it possible to tether virtually any tool in a matter of seconds without defacing or structurally modifying tools. Once an attachment point has been installed on a tool, a tool lanyard can be used to tie the tool off.

When to use Heat Shrink

Used on top of Quick Wrap Tape to create a more abrasive resistant attachment point.

When NOT to use Heat Shrink

In temperatures exceeding 130 degrees fahrenheit.

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Attachment Points make it possible to tether virtually any tool in a matter of seconds without defacing or structurally modifying tools. Once an attachment point has been installed on a tool, a tool lanyard can be used to tie the tool off.

When to use D-ring Cord

For tools weighing up to 5 lbs (2.3 kg).
For creating quick attachment points on a variety of tools.
On tools with closed handles, or with pre-drilled holes.

When NOT to use D-ring Cord

For tools weighing over 5 lbs (2.3kg).
When a non-conductive attachment point is needed, use a Quick Spin, or Non-conductive D-Ring.
When the attachment will interfere with the safe working condition of the tool.

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Attachment Points make it possible to tether virtually any tool in a matter of seconds without defacing or structurally modifying tools. Once an attachment point has been installed on a tool, a tool lanyard can be used to tie the tool off.

When to use Tool Cinch Attachments

Tools weighing up to 35 lbs (15.9kg) unless otherwise stated.
1500011 is used on closed handled tools with no triggers, or on tools with pre-drilled holes.
1500013 is used on tools that do not have closed handles or pre-drilled holes. It is also used on tools with triggers.
1500015 is meant to be used on tools without closed handles where there is at least 5.5 in. (14cm) of available space for the wings to be taped down using Quick Wrap Tape. This Tool Cinch is most ideal for tools with long, cylindrical handles.

When NOT to use Tool Cinch Attachments

Do not use a Tool Cinch on tools over 35 lbs (15.9kg).
When a Tool Cinch will interfere with the safe working condition of the tool.

Download Fall Protection for Tools Pocket Guide for further details (English), (Spanish), (French).

Attachment Points make it possible to tether virtually any tool in a matter of seconds without defacing or structurally modifying tools. Once an attachment point has been installed on a tool, a tool lanyard can be used to tie the tool off.

When to use Quick Spins

On tools under 1b (0.5kg) where the Quick Spin will fit tightly on a handle.
When a non-conductive attachment point is necessary.

When NOT to use Quick Spins

Tools over 1lb (0.5kg)
Do not use a Quick Spin if a snug fit cannot be secured.

Download Fall Protection for Tools Pocket Guide for further details (English), (Spanish), (French).

Attachment Points make it possible to tether virtually any tool in a matter of seconds without defacing or structurally modifying tools. Once an attachment point has been installed on a tool, a tool lanyard can be used to tie the tool off.

When to use Quick Rings

When there are pre-drilled holes in a tool, or when a quick ring can be fitted around a tool in such a way where it cannot slide off. Never modify a tool in a way that would void the manufacturers warranty.
When a tool weighs less than 2lbs (0.9kg).

When NOT to use Quick Rings

When a tool weighs over 2lbs (0.9 kg).
When there is no pre-drilled hole that a Quick Ring can be fitted through, or when a Quick Ring cannot be fitted onto a tool in such a way that the Quick Ring cannot slide off.
When a non-conductive solution is needed (See Non-Conductive D-Ring).

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Our Tool Lanyards and tethers are suitable for virtually any tool. Hard hats, radios, hand tools, even tools weighing up to 80 lbs!

What is safe to put on a person?

We recommend never to attach any individual tool weighing over 5 lbs (2.3kg) to a person working at height. While some tool lanyards are capable of handling more than 5 lbs, loads greater than this increase the risk of pulling a person over a ledge if a drop occurs.

When working with tools that weigh more than 5 lbs, the tool should be secured to a fixed structure that is safe to tether from. It is also critical that an appropriate tether is used that is capable of handling the load of the attached tool. Furthermore, if using an Attachment Point, the Attachment Point must be load rated to handle the attached tool.

Never exceed the load rating of a Tether or Attachment Point

When using our Tether and/or Attachment Point, it is critical to never exceed the load rating of any individual component.

In other words, if using a tether that is load rated for 5 lbs, and an attachment point that is load rated for 2 lbs, the load rating of the lesser of the two components should never be exceeded. In this example, a tool weighing less than 2 lbs should be used.

Likewise, if an attachment point has a higher load rating than a tool lanyard, be sure that the load rating of the tool lanyard is not exceeded.

3M™ DBI-SALA® Attachment Points and Tool Lanyards should be used together

Our equipment has been designed and tested for use with each other, never use an off-brand tool lanyard with our attachment point.

Never use as fall protection for humans

The Fall Protection for Tools products are exclusively for tool use, never use this equipment as fall protection for humans.

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Our Tool Holsters are able to accommodate a wide variety of tools. A number of belt and harness holsters are available that are designed to be used with popular hand tools like pliers and wrenches, while more specialized holsters allow tools like cordless drills, tape measures, radios, and even bottles to easily be tied off to a person.

Do not attach objects over 5lbs (2.3kg) to a human

We recommend never to attach any individual tool weighing over 5 lbs (2.3kg) to a person working at height. While some tool lanyards are capable of handling more than 5 lbs, loads greater than this increase the risk of pulling a person over a ledge if a drop occurs.

When working with tools that weigh more than 5 lbs, the tool should be secured to a fixed structure that is safe to tether from. It is also critical that an appropriate tether is used that is capable of handling the load of the attached tool. Furthermore, if using an Attachment Point, the Attachment Point must be load rated to handle the attached tool.

Download Fall Protection for Tools Pocket Guide for further details (English), (Spanish), (French).

Tool Belts are designed with tool drop prevention in mind. A wide selection of tool belt holsters, tool lanyards, and tool pouches are compatible with our tool belts.

Do not attach objects over 5 lbs (2.3kg) to a human

We recommend never to attach any individual tool weighing over 5 lbs (2.3kg) to a person working at height. While some tool lanyards are capable of handling more than 5 lbs, loads greater than this increase the risk of pulling a person over a ledge if a drop occurs.

When working with tools that weigh more than 5 lbs, the tool should be secured to a fixed structure that is safe to tether from. It is also critical that an appropriate tether is used that is capable of handling the load of the attached tool. Furthermore, if using an Attachment Point, the Attachment Point must be load rated to handle the attached tool.

Download Fall Protection for Tools Pocket Guide for further details (English), (Spanish), (French).

These Tool Pouches are built specifically to prevent dropped objects and are available in a number of variations allowing for use in any craft.

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Safe Buckets are designed specifically for drop prevention. All safety buckets are engineered with a built in closure system that helps prevent dropped tools and objects. The third-party load rated “Safe Bucket” is built for loads anywhere from 100 lbs (45.4 kg) to 250 lbs (113.4 kg).

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Wristbands are designed specifically for tool drop prevention and to facilitate work at height. A number of tool lanyards are compatible with Wristbands, making it easy to tie off tools while at height.

Never exceed the load rating of a Wristband

The load rating of a wristband should never be exceeded. Furthermore, if a wristband is being used with a tool lanyard, attachment point, and/or any other component, the load rating of the weakest component should never be exceeded.

Do not attach objects over 5 lbs (2.3kg) to a human

We recommend never to attach any individual tool weighing over 5 lbs (2.3kg) to a person working at height. While some tool lanyards are capable of handling more than 5 lbs, loads greater than this increase the risk of pulling a person over a ledge if a drop occurs.

When working with tools that weigh more than 5 lbs, the tool should be secured to a fixed structure that is safe to tether from. It is also critical that an appropriate tether is used that is capable of handling the load of the attached tool. Furthermore, if using an Attachement Point, the Attachment Point must be load rated to handle the attached tool.

For use with 3M™ DBI-SALA® products only

Our wristbands are designed to be used with other 3M™ DBI-SALA® products, and should not be used with off-brand tool lanyards or attachment points.

Download Fall Protection for Tools Pocket Guide for further details (English), (Spanish), (French).

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