Effective immediately, (Aug 16, 2018) new MSA CSA Z259.11-17 V-Series Energy-Absorbing Lanyards are replacing the Workman® and Sure-Stop® Energy-Absorbing Lanyards.
The V-Series Lanyard is the latest addition to the MSA V-Series family of Fall Protection products. With its new look, smaller energy absorber, and improved label protection, the transition from older styles of lanyards will be an easy choice.
Due to the release of the new CSA Z259.11-17 standard and the availability of the new V-Series lanyard family, MSA is officially discontinuing the CSA Workman and Sure-Stop Energy-Absorbing Lanyards effective immediately. While a limited amount of inventory remains available, we ask that you quickly embrace the new and improved V-Series offering for a seamless transition.
Please note that the energy absorbing lanyards manufactured to the current CSA standard may still be used until their useful life expires which is at the discretion of a competent person inspection. At the time of replacement, energy-absorbing lanyards labeled to the new CSA Z259.11-17 standard should be implemented.
It is important to note that the new CSA standard revision removed the E4 and E6 energy absorber classifications. For reference, new MSA lanyards will be grouped into the following classifications:
- LW CSA for users 50 kg – 105 kg (110 lbs – 230 lbs)
- CSA for users 68 kg – 140 kg (150 lbs – 310 lbs); and
- HW CSA for users 140 kg – 175 kg (310 lbs – 386 lbs)
While most users will fit within the “CSA” category of 68 – 140 kg (150 lbs – 310 lbs), please note this change when selecting the most appropriate lanyard for users.
For reference, please review the user capacity chart shown on the attached V-Series Energy-Absorbing Lanyards Conversion Guide.
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