Description
FallTech 8153 is a restraint lanyard: 3-6 ft; single leg; fixed length legs; polyester rope. FallTech files it in the Restraint Lanyards series. FallTech describes it: "Built with low-stretch rope for dependable positioning control, this restraint lanyard helps workers maintain safe working distances while delivering durable performance in demanding environments." Published figures: ANSI user capacity 130-310 lb; OSHA user capacity 130-425 lb; static strength 5,000 lb minimum. Standards FallTech names: ANSI Z359.3-2019, OSHA 1926.502, OSHA 1910.66. Connectors: snap hook to the harness and steel snap hook to the anchorage, as FallTech lists them. Sold by the piece; FallTech ships 10 or 12 to a carton by part number. Part numbers 8153, 8154, 8156. Part of the FallTech Restraint Lanyards series. Ships in 1–2 business days; most orders arrive in 3–7 business days.
FallTech 8153 specifications
| Item | FallTech data |
|---|---|
| Part numbers | 8153, 8154, 8156 |
| Series | Restraint Lanyards |
| Product type | Restraint Lanyards |
| FallTech title (first version) | 3' Rope Restraint Lanyard, Fixed-length with Steel Snap Hooks |
| FallTech product type | Restraint Lanyard |
| Length | 3-6 ft by part number |
| Configuration | Single-leg |
| Harness connector | Snap hook |
| Anchorage connector | Steel snap hook |
| Lifeline or lanyard material | Polyester Rope |
| Leg type | Fixed Length |
| Static Strength | 5,000 lb min. |
| ANSI User Capacity | 130 to 310 lb max. |
| OSHA User Capacity | 130 to 425 lb max. |
| Rope | 3-strand Polyester; 5,000 lb min. static strength |
| Connectors | Plated alloy steel; 5,000 lb min. static strength with 3,600 lb gate strength |
| Weight | 2–3 lb by part number (FallTech Jan 1 2026 list price book) |
| Carton quantity | 10 per carton: 8154, 8156; 12 per carton: 8153 (FallTech Jan 1 2026 list price book); sold by the piece |
| UPC | 8153 848013057099; 8154 848013096517; 8156 848013090393 |
Source: FallTech product page https://www.falltech.com/product/8153/, fetched Nov 8 2026 and the FallTech page of each part number in the family table; FallTech Jan 1 2026 list price book (weight, carton quantity, UPC).
Ratings and standards
| Standard or rating | As published by FallTech |
|---|---|
| ANSI/ASSP Z359.3, safety requirements for positioning and travel restraint systems, 2019 edition | Named by FallTech (falltech.com page; declaration of conformity C0312097 (3/12/2024)). |
| OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502, fall protection systems criteria and practices (construction) | Named by FallTech (falltech.com page). |
| OSHA 29 CFR 1910.66, powered platforms for building maintenance | Named by FallTech (falltech.com page). |
| User capacity | ANSI 130-310 lb; OSHA 130-425 lb, as FallTech publishes it (the ANSI figure is the ANSI/ASSP Z359 test range; the OSHA figure is FallTech's rating under 29 CFR 1926.502). |
| Static strength | 5,000 lb minimum, as FallTech publishes it. |
Source: FallTech product page https://www.falltech.com/product/8153/, fetched Nov 8 2026 and the FallTech page of each part number in the family table; FallTech declarations of conformity linked under Documents. Ratings are as published by the manufacturer or the named standard, not a recommendation for any task; the end user decides suitability and fall clearance for the job.
Documents
- Instruction Manual: FallTech instruction manual MRES01 Rev C 022724 EN ES FR BOOKLET (PDF, 39 pages)
- Declaration of Conformity (ANSI): FallTech declaration of conformity C0312097 DOC (PDF, 2 pages)
- FallTech guidance (title only; opens falltech.com): Fall Restraint vs. Fall Arrest: Understanding the Difference
- FallTech guidance (title only; opens falltech.com): Fall Protection Lanyard Types Guide
Source: FallTech product page document links, fetched Nov 8 2026. Each link opens the FallTech PDF or page; FallTech's fall clearance and class guidance is cited by title, not restated.
Features
- Features low-stretch premium 5/8" 3-strand twisted polyester rope
- Includes alloy steel snap hooks for harness and anchorage connections.
- Steel thimbles and splice-protecting shrink tube are included for lasting durability
- Restraint lanyard effectively restricts users from reaching identified fall hazards
- Meets ANSI Z359.3-2019
Source: FallTech feature list for 8153 on its product page, fetched Nov 8 2026.
FallTech 8153 family
| Part number | Version | FallTech connectors and lifeline | Length | Weight | UPC | Per carton | On our site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8153 | 3 ft | Steel Snap Hook; Single-leg | 3 ft | 2 lb | 848013057099 | 12 | this page |
| 8154 | 4 ft | Steel Snap Hook; Single-leg | 4 ft | 2.3 lb | 848013096517 | 10 | this page |
| 8156 | 6 ft | Steel Snap Hook; Single-leg | 6 ft | 3 lb | 848013090393 | 10 | this page |
Similar FallTech items
| Part number | Item | On our site |
|---|---|---|
| 8203 | 3' Web Restraint Lanyard, Fixed-length with Steel Snap Hooks | its own page |
| 81533 | 3' Rope Restraint Lanyard, Fixed-length with Steel Connectors | not on our site |
| 82033 | 3' Web Restraint Lanyard, Fixed-length with Steel Connectors | its own page |
| 830636 | 3' Cable Restraint Lanyard, Fixed-length with Steel Snap Hooks | its own page |
Source: FallTech product page https://www.falltech.com/product/8153/, fetched Nov 8 2026 and the FallTech page of each part number in the family table; FallTech Jan 1 2026 list price book (weight, UPC, carton quantity).
FallTech 8153 questions
Is the FallTech 8153 a work restraint lanyard? Yes; FallTech files the 8153 as a restraint lanyard: 3-6 ft; single leg; fixed length legs; polyester rope. The standard FallTech names for it is ANSI/ASSP Z359.3, positioning and travel restraint systems.
How long is the FallTech 8153 restraint lanyard? 3-6 ft by part number: 3 ft, 4 ft, 6 ft, as FallTech lists it.
What are the OSHA rules for the FallTech 8153 lanyard? ANSI/ASSP Z359.3, safety requirements for positioning and travel restraint systems, 2019 edition, OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502, fall protection systems criteria and practices (construction), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.66, powered platforms for building maintenance. Ratings are as published by FallTech; the end user decides suitability for the task.
What hooks are on the ends of the FallTech 8153 lanyard? Snap hook to the harness and steel snap hook to the anchorage, as FallTech lists them.
What is the user capacity of the FallTech 8153? ANSI 130-310 lb; OSHA 130-425 lb, as FallTech publishes it. The ANSI figure is the ANSI/ASSP Z359 test range; the OSHA figure is FallTech's rating under 29 CFR 1926.502 for a worker with tools.
Guides: arrest vs restraint vs positioning · lanyard types and maximum length · anchor types · OSHA roof rules · every fall protection item by type and standard.
Manufacturer item number: 8153 (each version carries its own FallTech part number, listed in the family table). Documents: Instruction Manual, Declaration of Conformity (ANSI).
