Description
Safewaze FS88580 is a shock-absorbing lanyard, 6 ft long, with a snap hook at the harness end and a snap hook at the anchor end. Safewaze describes it: "The V-Line 6' Internal Energy Absorbing Lanyard is an economic one-piece solution. Built with durable polyester tubular webbing and integral POY energy absorber. Includes dual leg for 100% tie-off, protective label cover and stamped steel hooks." Published figures: ANSI weight capacity 130-310 lb; minimum breaking strength 5,000 lb. Standards Safewaze names: ANSI Z359.12, ANSI Z359.13-2013, OSHA 1926.502, OSHA 1910.140, OSHA 1910.66. Sold individually. Part of the Safewaze V-Line Internal Lanyards series. Ships in 1–2 business days; most orders arrive in 3–7 business days.
Safewaze FS88580 specifications
| Item | Safewaze data |
|---|---|
| Part number | FS88580 |
| Series | V-Line Internal Lanyards |
| Product type | Shock-Absorbing Lanyards |
| Safewaze title | V-Line 6' Internal Energy Absorbing Lanyard: Snap Hook |
| Attachment Points | 2 snap hooks |
| Weight | 2.4 lbs. (1.1 kg) |
| Length | 6' (1.8 m) |
| Minimum Breaking Strength | 5,000 lbs. |
| ANSI Weight Capacity | 130-310 lbs. (59-141 kg) |
| Dual (twin) leg | No |
| Harness connector | Snap Hook |
| Anchor connector | Snap Hook |
Source: Safewaze product page (fetched Nov 6 2026); Safewaze TDS FS88580-TDS, page 1; the 2025 Safewaze file. Where the 2025 file and the current safewaze.com page differ, the page value is shown first and the file value in parentheses.
Ratings and standards
| Standard or rating | As published by Safewaze |
|---|---|
| ANSI/ASSP Z359.12, connecting components for personal fall arrest systems | Named by Safewaze (TDS FS88580-TDS page 1). |
| ANSI/ASSP Z359.13, personal energy absorbers and energy absorbing lanyards, 2013 edition | Named by Safewaze (safewaze.com page, TDS FS88580-TDS page 1). |
| OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502, fall protection systems criteria and practices (construction) | Named by Safewaze (safewaze.com page, TDS FS88580-TDS page 1). |
| OSHA 29 CFR 1910.140, personal fall protection systems (general industry) | Named by Safewaze (safewaze.com page, TDS FS88580-TDS page 1). |
| OSHA 29 CFR 1910.66, powered platforms for building maintenance | Named by Safewaze (safewaze.com page, TDS FS88580-TDS page 1). |
| Weight capacity | ANSI 130-310 lb, as Safewaze publishes it. |
| Minimum breaking strength | 5,000 lb, as Safewaze publishes it. |
Source: Safewaze product page (fetched Nov 6 2026); Safewaze TDS FS88580-TDS, page 1; the 2025 Safewaze file. Ratings are as published by the manufacturer or the named standard, not a recommendation for any task; the end user decides suitability.
Documents
- Technical data sheet — Safewaze FS88580-TDS (PDF)
- User manual — Safewaze MANUAL-LAN-Lanyard-V3 (PDF, 40 pages)
- Technical bulletin: OSHA Capacity Range — Safewaze 2024-Technical-Bulletin-OSHA-PFAS-Capacity-Range-00237 (PDF)
- Technical bulletin: Compatibility of Products — Safewaze 2024-02_2024-Technical-Bulletin-Compatibility-of-Products-00236 (PDF)
- Safewaze lanyard inspection checklist (PDF)
- Safewaze fall clearance chart (PDF)
Source: Safewaze product page resources and the Safewaze technical library, fetched Nov 6 2026. Each link opens the Safewaze PDF.
Features
- 1 3/8" polyester tubular webbing
- 2 stamped steel snap hooks
- Protective label cover
- Single leg construction
Source: Safewaze feature list for FS88580, as published on the safewaze.com product page.
Safewaze FS88580 family
Other Safewaze versions of this item
These part numbers were sold on this page before; each now has its own page with its own price and sizes.
| Part number | Item | Key figure |
|---|---|---|
| FS88585 | V-Line FS88585 Shock-Absorbing Lanyards, 6 ft Internal, Rebar Hook | ANSI 130-310 lb |
| FS88586 | V-Line FS88586 Shock-Absorbing Lanyards, 6 ft Internal, Dual Leg | ANSI 130-310 lb |
| FS88581 | V-Line FS88581 Shock-Absorbing Lanyards, 6 ft Internal, Dual Leg | ANSI 130-310 lb |
Source: Safewaze product page (fetched Nov 6 2026); Safewaze TDS FS88580-TDS, page 1; the 2025 Safewaze file. Each part number links to its own page.
Safewaze FS88580 questions
What is the standard length of a lanyard? The Safewaze FS88580 is 6 ft long, as Safewaze publishes it.
What are the OSHA rules for lanyards? Safewaze names these for the Safewaze FS88580: ANSI/ASSP Z359.12, connecting components for personal fall arrest systems, ANSI/ASSP Z359.13, personal energy absorbers and energy absorbing lanyards, 2013 edition, OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502, fall protection systems criteria and practices (construction), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.140, personal fall protection systems (general industry), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.66, powered platforms for building maintenance. Ratings are as published by Safewaze; the end user decides suitability for the task.
Do all lanyards need to include a shock absorber? The Safewaze FS88580 has one: Safewaze titles it an energy absorbing lanyard and lists ANSI Z359.13-2013.
What do lanyards hold? The Safewaze FS88580 is rated ANSI 130-310 lb, as Safewaze publishes it.
What are the clips on a lanyard called? On the Safewaze FS88580: Snap Hook at the harness end; Snap Hook at the anchor end, as Safewaze lists it.
Guides: parts of a personal fall arrest system · how to calculate fall clearance · arrest vs restraint vs positioning · what an SRL is · carabiners and snap hooks · every fall protection item by type and standard.
Manufacturer item number: FS88580. Technical data sheet: Safewaze TDS (PDF).
Safewaze's V-Line 6' Internal Energy Absorbing Lanyard is a fall arrest lanyard built for general construction tie-off, with 6 feet of working length.
- 6 ft (1.8 m) length
- 1 3/8 inch polyester tubular webbing with an internal energy absorber
- 5,000 lb. minimum breaking strength
- Meets ANSI Z359.13-2013; rated for users 130-310 lbs.
Item Numbers
Variant item numbers:
FS88580 – Snap Hook
