Lanyards are accessories commonly used in occupational safety applications. Some areas where lanyards are used in the context of occupational safety are:
Preventing Falls from Height
Lanyards are used to prevent falls from height for those who work in construction, industrial maintenance or various jobs. For jobs that require working at height, workers attach lanyards to seat belts or suits. In this way, in case of loss of balance, the lanyard prevents the worker from falling and ensures his safety.
Tying a Rope Or Rope
Some jobs use lanyards to securely transport or secure equipment or supplies. In the construction industry or other areas that require working at height, lanyards are used to prevent materials from being lost or falling. In addition, lanyards are used to ensure the safety of workers while transporting or using equipment.
Signaling and Signaling
Safety teams or emergency teams can use lanyards to signal or signal. For example, in high noise environments or in areas with limited visibility, colored warning signs placed on the lanyard can be used to draw the attention of workers or to provide quick communication in the event of a danger.
Emergency Evacuation
In emergencies, lanyards can play an important role in evacuation operations. In case of fire or other emergency, employees can leave the building quickly and safely using lanyards. Lanyards attached to evacuation ladders reduce the risk of workers falling and provide safer evacuation during an emergency.
Locked Operation
When working with dangerous machinery or equipment, lanyards are used as part of locked-in working procedures. Before an employee intervenes on an unpowered machine, it locks the lanyard, preventing the machine from being activated. This prevents the worker from being harmed by the machine or causing accidents.
Lanyards are a versatile tool for occupational safety and increase employee safety when used correctly. However, the correct selection, use and maintenance of lanyards is important. Employers and employees should learn and practice the use of lanyards in accordance with their occupational safety policies.