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Guardian 01220 Shock Absorbing Lanyard — Single-Leg, 6 ft
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EDITORIAL REVIEW: 4.4/5 — WC Safety Review of the Guardian 01220, a single-leg shock-absorbing lanyard with a visible external pack. Editorial assessment by Steven Eaton, WC Safety editor, based on published Guardia...
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EDITORIAL REVIEW: 4.4/5 — WC Safety Review of the Guardian 01220, a single-leg shock-absorbing lanyard with a visible external pack.
Editorial assessment by Steven Eaton, WC Safety editor, based on published Guardian specifications and category fit. We did not laboratory-test this product.
Editorial assessment by Steven Eaton, WC Safety editor, based on published Guardian specifications and category fit. We did not laboratory-test this product.
The Guardian 01220 is a single-leg shock-absorbing lanyard with an external shock-absorber pack that limits arresting force to 900 lbf or less, meeting ANSI Z359.13-2013, OSHA 1926 Subpart M, and ANSI A10.32. It is built for construction, roofing, and industrial work above 4 feet, with snap hooks and a 130 to 310 lb capacity. Its external pack is easy to see and inspect at a glance.
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Why the Guardian 01220 keeps inspection simple
A shock absorber that has already deployed offers no protection — so being able to see its condition matters. The Guardian 01220 uses an external absorber pack that limits arrest force to 900 lbf or less for a 220-lb test load and, because it is on the outside, is easy to check for prior deployment before every use. It is a straightforward single-leg lanyard with snap hooks and a 130 to 310 lb capacity, meeting ANSI Z359.13-2013, OSHA 1926 Subpart M, and ANSI A10.32, built for work above 4 feet. As lanyards go, this is the value inspectable pick, and the best fall protection lanyards guide and fall protection equipment guide cover how the pieces fit. It is honest, checkable protection at a working price.
Safety first: the listing states this lanyard meets OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502(d) requirements as part of a complete personal fall arrest system — it must be paired with a compatible full-body harness at the dorsal D-ring and a rated anchor, and the 5,000 lb tensile strength does not replace a properly rated anchor. The capacity is 130 to 310 lb, so the worker plus tools must fall in that range. Calculate total fall clearance — free fall, the deployed absorber length, D-ring height, and a safety factor — and retire the lanyard after any fall. Confirm requirements with the OSHA 1926 fall protection guide.
What the Guardian 01220 listing documents
From the published specs: a single-leg design; an external shock-absorber pack limiting arrest force to 900 lbf or less; a 130 to 310 lb capacity; 5,000 lb tensile strength; and ANSI Z359.13-2013 / OSHA 1926 Subpart M / ANSI A10.32 compliance. These are true single leg lanyard credentials and a genuine shock absorbing lanyard — a certified fall arrest lanyard for work at height.
How the Guardian 01220 compares to other lanyards
For a dual-leg Guardian, the Guardian 01230; for 100% tie-off, the twin-leg 3M Protecta PRO Twin-Leg or FallTech 8259Y; for tie-back, the 3M Protecta PRO Tie-Back or FallTech WrapTech; and for a value single-leg, the Elk River NOPAC. The safety harness guide pairs the harness.
Building a complete fall arrest system
A lanyard is one of three parts. For the harness, the full-body harnesses collection; for anchors, the anchor points collection and roof anchors guide; for complete sets, the fall protection kits collection and kits guide; and the full fall protection collection plus self-retracting lifelines span every category.
Where it fits by job and crew orders
The Guardian 01220 suits construction, roofing, and industrial crews who want a value single-leg lanyard with an easy-to-inspect external pack — compare tool-lanyard options in the tool lanyards collection for dropped-object control. Keep the worker-plus-tools weight in the rated range, check the pack before every use, and retire the lanyard after any fall. For crew orders, quantity purchasing runs through a free Amazon Business account — volume pricing, PO numbers at checkout, and tax-exempt eligibility for qualifying organizations, with the walkthrough linked in our footer.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Guardian 01220?
A single-leg shock-absorbing lanyard from Guardian Fall Protection with an external shock-absorber pack that limits arresting force to 900 lbf or less. It meets ANSI Z359.13-2013, OSHA 1926 Subpart M, and ANSI A10.32, built for work above 4 feet.
What does the external shock pack do?
The external shock-absorber pack deploys during a fall to limit the arresting force to 900 lbf or less for a 220-lb test load, protecting both the worker and the anchor point. Being external, it is easy to see and inspect for prior deployment.
What is the capacity?
The listing states a capacity range of 130 to 310 lb (59 to 141 kg) - the combined weight of the worker plus tools and equipment must fall within that range for the shock absorber to perform as designed.
What standards does it meet?
It complies with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502(d) personal fall arrest system requirements and meets or exceeds ANSI/ASSE Z359.13-2013 for shock-absorbing lanyards and ANSI A10.32-2012, as the listing states.
What harness and anchor do I need?
Connect a snap hook to the dorsal D-ring of a compatible full-body harness and the other to a certified anchor. The tensile strength is 5,000 lb, but the anchor and harness must be rated and compatible - the lanyard alone is not a complete system.
When is fall protection required?
OSHA generally requires fall protection for construction work at heights of 6 feet or more (and 4 feet in general industry); the listing notes this lanyard is built for work above 4 feet. Confirm the trigger height for your work type.
How much fall clearance do I need?
Calculate total fall clearance before work: free fall, the deployed length of the external absorber, D-ring height, and a safety factor. Too little clearance risks striking a lower level before arrest.
What is the webbing?
Nylon and polyester webbing, chosen for strength and abrasion resistance in construction and industrial environments over the lanyard's service life.
When must it be retired?
Retire the lanyard immediately after it arrests a fall - the shock pack is spent and usually visibly deployed - or if the webbing, stitching, or hardware shows cuts, burns, corrosion, or deformation. Inspect before every use.
Does it need inspection?
Yes - inspect the webbing, stitching, external pack, and snap hooks before each use, and have a competent person perform documented periodic inspections per your program.
What work is it for?
Construction, roofing, and industrial work at height where a single-leg shock-absorbing lanyard and a visible, inspectable external absorber pack suit the task.
How do I order for a crew?
Quantity purchasing runs through a free Amazon Business account - volume pricing, PO numbers at checkout, and tax-exempt eligibility for qualifying organizations. The bulk-ordering walkthrough is linked in our site footer.
Brand / Vendor
Guardian Fall Protection
Model / SKU
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Product Type
Lanyard
Price
$50.00 (Amazon)
Rating
4.6 / 5 — 207 Amazon ratings
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★★★★★4.6 / 5· 207 ratings on Amazon
★★★★★
Fall Protection
Ordered these to go on fall-protection harnesses for electricians working out of bucket trucks. Right now, we can only assume they work since no one has taken a tumble. Appears to be well-made. Out of the 5 or 6 brands of harness.protection we have at working sites, Guardian is the most popular.
Verified Purchaser · April 27, · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
Guardian fall arrest shock absorber
Product intended to dampen the fall from 5000 lbs of force down to 1800 lbs and I purchased the 3ft extension so it’s easier to attach and detach from rope or yo yo and I do plan to swing on the roof to test it out almost ready to do everything on my own just need one person to call ems if I can’t get out of a pickle on my own oh get trauma safety protection so legs get blood circulating in case it takes too long for some one to get you down
Verified Purchaser · September · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
Good product.
Good product for a good price. This is heavy duty! I hope to never know if it works well!
Verified Purchaser · December 3 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
which is good. But I ignored it and had to make ...
Be super-careful when you get the lanyard. There is part of it that is enclosed in a plastic case. You might be tempted to open it up. Don't. There is a warning on the case not to cut it open, which is good. But I ignored it and had to make my own case.I used this while painting the house and using a boom-lift I rented. There's no way I would have been willing to paint in some areas without this as a backup.Set aside an hour or so to figure out how to wear it. There are helpful internet videos on how it works. it isn't intuitive.
Verified Purchaser · November 7 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★☆
Good product and very good price.
Hard to rate this as I haven't needed it full services but it so far has been easy to clip to the harness and the lift. As I said for the harness I hope to never need to use this product fully.
Verified Purchaser · November 3 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
Great buy
Great works well in condor
Verified Purchaser · January 9, · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★☆☆
Three Stars
It works nothing special
Verified Purchaser · September · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
Exactly what I needed
4' lanyard arrived in great condition and ready for use.
Verified Purchaser · March 2, 2 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
Safety first
The 3-foot single leg shock absorbing lanyard was purchased to prevent a possible fall hazard as I was working above 6 feet from the ground and wearing the lanyard gave me the confidence to effectively do my job without worry of a fall and resulting injury.
Verified Purchaser · October 4, · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Guardian 01220?
A single-leg shock-absorbing lanyard from Guardian Fall Protection with an external shock-absorber pack that limits arresting force to 900 lbf or less. It meets ANSI Z359.13-2013, OSHA 1926 Subpart M, and ANSI A10.32, built for work above 4 feet.
What does the external shock pack do?
The external shock-absorber pack deploys during a fall to limit the arresting force to 900 lbf or less for a 220-lb test load, protecting both the worker and the anchor point. Being external, it is easy to see and inspect for prior deployment.
What is the capacity?
The listing states a capacity range of 130 to 310 lb (59 to 141 kg) - the combined weight of the worker plus tools and equipment must fall within that range for the shock absorber to perform as designed.
What standards does it meet?
It complies with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502(d) personal fall arrest system requirements and meets or exceeds ANSI/ASSE Z359.13-2013 for shock-absorbing lanyards and ANSI A10.32-2012, as the listing states.
What harness and anchor do I need?
Connect a snap hook to the dorsal D-ring of a compatible full-body harness and the other to a certified anchor. The tensile strength is 5,000 lb, but the anchor and harness must be rated and compatible - the lanyard alone is not a complete system.
When is fall protection required?
OSHA generally requires fall protection for construction work at heights of 6 feet or more (and 4 feet in general industry); the listing notes this lanyard is built for work above 4 feet. Confirm the trigger height for your work type.
How much fall clearance do I need?
Calculate total fall clearance before work: free fall, the deployed length of the external absorber, D-ring height, and a safety factor. Too little clearance risks striking a lower level before arrest.
What is the webbing?
Nylon and polyester webbing, chosen for strength and abrasion resistance in construction and industrial environments over the lanyard's service life.
When must it be retired?
Retire the lanyard immediately after it arrests a fall - the shock pack is spent and usually visibly deployed - or if the webbing, stitching, or hardware shows cuts, burns, corrosion, or deformation. Inspect before every use.
Does it need inspection?
Yes - inspect the webbing, stitching, external pack, and snap hooks before each use, and have a competent person perform documented periodic inspections per your program.
What work is it for?
Construction, roofing, and industrial work at height where a single-leg shock-absorbing lanyard and a visible, inspectable external absorber pack suit the task.
How do I order for a crew?
Quantity purchasing runs through a free Amazon Business account - volume pricing, PO numbers at checkout, and tax-exempt eligibility for qualifying organizations. The bulk-ordering walkthrough is linked in our site footer.