DROPPED OBJECT AWARNESS CAMPAIGN – 2022

 Tool Tethering
Hand tools and materials can become drop
hazards in four ways:
• During usage when vigorous use
and other factors can cause the user to lose
control of the tool.
• During transportation of tools to
or from location of work – collisions, lack of
control and other factors can cause tools to be
dropped.
• After use, tools can be unintentionally left
behind or
placed aside on the working
surface where they are no longer secured or
being controlled.
• Failure of equipment or wear.
The following can be used to maintain
An extension made of durable materials that is designed to stop an
object as it drops.
They will typically utilize a connection point on either end of the tether
for securing an object to a worker or stationary item.
These devices are to be considered a Primary Drop Prevention System.
Examples of tool tethers are:
• Lanyards – rope, wire, bungee, coiled,
retractable
• Hitch attachments
• Gloves and wristbands
• Tools rings
• Screw lock cables

ALL TOOL TETHERS MUST BE CERTIFIED

AS THIRD-PARTY TESTED FOR DYNAMIC
LOAD BY THE MANUFACTURER.
• At ground level the operatives should conduct a
visual inspection on all working at height
equipment, this includes all tethers.
• The visual inspection is to check for:
o Visible damages
o Contamination of substances with potential
to effect the efficiency of the tether.
o Loose connection points.
• If your tethers are damaged or not fit for use they
are not to be used. Replacements should be put in
place before performing working at height activity.