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Dropped Object Prevention

Confusion-free
tool tethering solutions

FallTech® offers tool tethering systems you can count on – with interchangeable solutions that are simple to install.

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Confusion-free
Tool Tethering Solutions

FallTech® offers tool tethering systems you can count on – with interchangeable solutions that are simple to install.

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TETHERING IN 3 SIMPLE STEPS

Tool Tether Kits

Tool Tether Kits

Now available in easy-to-order kits to make ordering a breeze.
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Tool Tethers

Plus Hard Hat Tethers

Tool Tethers

We build our tethers in multiple configurations to suit applications up to 15 pounds maximum tool weight.
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Tool Attachments

For Hand and Power Tools

Tool Attachments

We offer our attachments in two basic configurations: choke-on or tape-on.
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Wrist Anchor

Speed Clip & D-Ring Connection

Wrist Anchor

Single tool anchoring solution features easy multi-tool interchangeability during close proximity work.
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GETTING STARTED WITH DROPPED OBJECT PREVENTION

Here's how to create tool tethering solutions for your tools and work applications, and how to appropriately attach tools to tethers.

KNOW THE PARTS INVOLVED IN A DROPPED OBJECT PREVENTION SOLUTION

Tool Attachments – Create an attachment point on a tool or object to connect a tether.

Tool Tethers – A lanyard with at least one connector on each end designed to connect a tool to an appropriate anchor point.

Anchor – Attachment points on structures, equipment, or a worker to create secure connection points for tool tethers.

Containers – Solutions such as bags, buckets, or pouches used to transport tools, equipment, or parts to-and-from heights.

START WITH TYPES OF TOOLS

Common hand and power tools have varying features that can accommodate a direct tool tether connection or require the installation of a tool attachment to connect a tool tether.

Understanding and pointing out the differences between tools will allow you to choose the best tool tethering solutions to fit your tools and work applications. Below are examples of common hand tools with varying features.

open handle Tools
Open handle tools
Captive-eye Tools
Captive-eye tools
Closed/Open Handle Power Tools
Closed/open handle power tools

BUILD YOUR OWN
TOOL TETHERING SYSTEM

  1. Start with the tool/object you'd like to tether. Does it have an open handle or captive-eye hole?
  2. Select a solution based on the weight of your tool/object. Do you need an attachment?
  3. Choose the best tethering solution for the appropriate weight capacity.

GETTING STARTED

OPEN HANDLE TOOLS

CAPTIVE-EYE TOOLS

ALL TETHER OPTIONS

WRIST ATTACHMENT ANCHOR

POWER TOOLS

 HARD HATS

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ACCESSORIES

Download our Build Your Own Tool Tethering System guides and/or FallTech For Tools instructional poster to hang in your office or onsite. See How-to videos below.

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"All of us need to go home to our families."

–Kester Gascoyne, Iron Worker

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ANSI/ISEA 121-2018

Information and Updates on Regulations

WHAT IS ANSI/ISEA 121-2018?

The ANSI/ISEA 121-2018 Standard is the first standard to establish design, testing and performance criteria for products designed to prevent dropped objects in the workplace. The standard addresses equipment used to tether and/or contain hand tools, components, structure and other objects from falling when working at heights.

ANSI/ISEA 121-2018 is establishing industry best practice of tool tethering equipment. Although ANSI/ISEA 121-2018 is not enforceable by OSHA, it does not mean you can ignore it. The standard falls under the “General Duty Clause”, if you are investigated over a dropped object injury. Any investigatory body will look to see if you were following the industry best practice.

WHAT DOES ANSI/ISEA 121-2018 COVER?

The ANSI/ISEA Standard outlines 4 categories of equipment that are covered;

  1. Anchor Attachments – Attachment solutions applied onto fixed anchor locations like a structure or a worker themselves to create secure connection points for tool tethers.
  2. Tool Attachments – Solutions applied to tools and equipment being used at height that allows them to be tethered.
  3. Tool Tethers – Lanyard, with at least one connector on each end that will connects a tool to an anchor point
  4. Containers – Bags, buckets, or pouches used to transport tools, equipment, or parts to-and-from work areas at height.

WHAT DOES ANSI/ISEA 121-2018 NOT COVER?

The standard does not address passive preventive solutions such as:

  • Netting
  • Barricades
  • Toe Boards
  • Head Protection
  • Foot Protection
  • Eye Protection

FACTS ABOUT DROPPED TOOLS

Infographic demonstrating the rate of fatalities due to dropped objects

HOW TO TELL IF A PRODUCT IS ANSI/ISEA 121-2018 COMPLIANT. (MARKING & LABEL REQUIREMENTS)

The following information shall be on labeling permanently attached to all solutions, and must be visible and legible.

  1. Name, Trademark or other means of identification of the manufacturer
  2. Product identification (i.e. number, date code, and/or serial number)
  3. Published capacity, identified by weight
  4. Number of this specific ANSI standard
  5. Tether length (for tool tethers only)
  6. Max tether length (for anchor points, attachments and if applicable, containers)

INFORMATION & RESOURCES

Links to ISEA, ANSI, DropsOnline.ORG

  1. Drop Calculator – www.dropsonline.org
  2. ISEA – International Safety Equipment Association www.safetyequipment.com
  3. ANSI – American Standards Institute www.ansi.org
  4. Dropsonline.org – Dropped Object Prevention Scheme Global Resource Center www.dropsonline.org

HOW TO APPLY TOOL ATTACHMENTS

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