Petzl ABSORBICA-Y 80 MGO Shock Absorbing Fall Arrest Lanyard

The ASAP'SORBER is a specialized energy absorber lanyard designed to be used only with the Petzl ASAP or ASAP LOCK mobile fall arrester — it is not a standalone fall arrest system. The ABSORBICA-Y is a complete self-contained shock absorbing lanyard system (twin-leg Y-shape with built-in energy absorber) that connects directly between the harness and an anchor, similar to a traditional fall arrest lanyard but with Petzl's premium MGO connector hardware.

Yes, for ANSI-certified Petzl products. OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502(d) requires fall arrest systems to meet performance criteria (maximum arresting force, fall distance limits) — ANSI Z359.13-certified Petzl lanyards meet these criteria. OSHA does not require products to be specifically ANSI-certified by name, but meeting ANSI Z359.13 provides a documented compliance baseline that satisfies OSHA performance requirements.

MGO stands for "Moschettone Grillo Ovale" (Italian for oval screwgate carabiner with large gate opening). Petzl's MGO connectors on the ABSORBICA-Y series feature a wider gate opening than standard snap hooks (typically 1.5–2 in. vs. 0.5–1 in. for snap hooks), allowing faster connection to anchor rings, scaffold clamps, and structural members — especially when wearing gloves. MGO connectors use a screw-lock or twist-lock mechanism meeting the self-locking requirement of OSHA 1926.502(d)(2)(vi).

Yes. The ABSORBICA-Y twin-leg design allows one leg to remain clipped to the current anchor while the other clips to the next anchor, maintaining continuous fall protection during movement between anchor points. This meets the 100% tie-off requirement specified in many safety plans for construction, bridge work, and tower climbing under OSHA 1926.502(d) and ANSI Z359.13.

Store Petzl lanyards in a cool, dry, UV-protected environment away from chemicals, sharp edges, and heat sources above 140°F. Inspect before each use for: web damage (cuts, fraying, chemical discoloration), connector function (gate action, lock engagement), energy absorber integrity (look for deployment indicators or broken stitching), and legible labels. Clean with mild soap and water — never use solvents. Follow Petzl's inspection checklist in the product technical notice.