New hybrid energy-absorbing lanyard from Honeywell simplifies process of choosing "the right" lanyard in Canada
The CSA classifies lanyards into two types based on their ability to absorb the kinetic energy from a fall. Class E4 lanyards are designed for lighter workers (100 - 254 lbs.) and Class E6 lanyards are for heavier workers (200 - 386 lbs.). Historically, to meet these requirements, safety managers have either stocked both classes of lanyards, or relied on just one class for use by workers of all weights — a practice that is not CSA compliant and is potentially unsafe.