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This manual is intended to meet the manufacturer’s instructions and 

should be used as part of an employee training program as required 

by ANSI/ISEA 121-2018 and OSHA.

WARNING

 

 

The manufacturer’s instructions must be provided to users of this equipment. The user must follow the manufacturer’s instructions for each component of 

the system. The user must read and understand these instructions before using this equipment. Manufacturer’s instructions must be followed for proper use 

and maintenance of this equipment. Alterations to this product, misuse of this product, or failure to follow instructions may result in serious injury or death.

IMPORTANT

Questions regarding the use, care, or suitability of this equipment for your application? Contact SAFEWAZE™.

IMPORTANT

Record identification information before using this product. Identification information may be found on the equipment label. This information should be 

recorded in the “Inspection Log” located at the back of this manual.

Do not throw away these instructions!

Read and understand these instructions before using equipment!

User Information

Date of First Use: 

Serial#:

Trainer:

User:

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing a SAFEWAZE™ ToolCuff Product.  This manual must be 

read and understood in its entirety, and used as part of an employee training program 

as required by OSHA or any applicable state agency.  

This manual and any other instructional material must be available to the user of the 

equipment.  The user must understand how to safely and effectively use their ToolCuff 

Product, and all equipment used in conjuction with the ToolCuff Product.   

SAFETY INFORMATION

Tool Lanyard 

User Instruction Manual

User must read, understand, and follow all safety information contained in these 

instructions prior to use of the ToolCuff Tool Lanyards.

FAILURE TO READ, UNDERSTAND, AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY 

RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. 

Product Useage:

ToolCuff Tool Lanyards are designed to protect workers from hazards that can result 

from a tool, equipment, etc..., being dropped from an elevated work area onto work 

areas below. Personnel should always use ToolCuff Tool Lanyards when working 

at heights.  Personnel working at heights with unsecured tools risk serious injury or 

damage to any personnel or equipment located below them.

 

Usage in any application other than those specifically addressed in this manual could 

result in serious injury or death. 

Users should be trained in the proper usage of these products as related to their 

specific workplace applications.

WARNING

ToolCuff Products are intended to be part of the users workplace fall protection plan.  

Users are expected to be fully trained in the safe installation and use of these products. 

Unauthorized usage or misuse of this product could result in serious injury or 

death.  

For questions regarding installation, proper usage, selection, or maintenance, 

refer to this User’s Manual, consult a supervisor, or contact SafeWaze Technical 

Service. 

In order to reduce the hazards of working at heights with tools, the following 

instructions must be followed in order to avoid the risk of serious injury or death:

• Do not connect any tool with a weight greater than 5 lbs (2.26 kg) to your body unless 

explicitly authorized per the ToolCuff Instructions. 

• ToolCuff products are NEVER to be used as part of a PFAS (Personal Fall Arrest 

System) or Fall Restraint System. 

• The maximum capacity of any ToolCuff Product must NEVER be exceeded. 

• Each ToolCuff Product MUST be inspected prior to each use in accordance with the 

Instruction Manual. 

• If a ToolCuff Product has been subject to fall arrest forces, it must be removed from 

service. 

• Modifications or alterations to ToolCuff Products are not authorized nor permitted. 

• Modifications to connected tools or products that may result in a deviation from the 

manufacturer’s specifications or recommendations is not permitted. 

• ToolCuff Products must never be attached to a tapered surface. 

• Never make attachments tools or equipment in a manner that would allow the 

ToolCuff Product to be unintentionally disconnected.

• Do not tie or knot the ToolCuff Tool Lanyard. Only attach ToolCuff’s per manufacturer 

instructions. 

• Do not attempt to lengthen a ToolCuff Product by connecting multiple lanyards, or 

tethers together.

• Do not use a ToolCuff product if it will interfere with the safe operation, or usage of, 

any personal fall protection product or system.

• Ensure the ToolCuff Tool Lanyard is kept free from any and all obstructions including, 

but not limited to, entanglement with other workers, yourself, and surrounding objects.

• Never wrap ToolCuff components around sharp or abrasive edges.

• Do not use a ToolCuff Product if it will interfere with the safe working condition, or 

operation, of the tool or equipment it is attached to. 

• Use extra precautions around moving machinery, electrical hazards, extreme 

temperatures, chemical hazards, explosive or toxic gasses, rough or sharp edges, or 

overhead materials that could injure the user or damage equipment.

• Only use compatible connections. Contact Safewaze prior to using this ToolCuff 

Product in combination with components or subsystems other than those described in 

the User Instructions.

• All connected tools and equipment, including connection points, must be compatible 

for use with ToolCuff Products.  Tools and equipment should be properly maintained 

and inspected in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

• Ensure there is adequate clearance in the event of a tool drop. Tool fall/swing 

path must not endanger yourself, other personnel, or any surrounding equipment or 

materials.

• Always wear appropriate PPE when installing, using, or inspecting the ToolCuff 

Product/System.

• All procedures shown in these instructions are for ToolCuff Products only.

• All incidents of dropped tools should be reported to your supervisor or safety 

coordinator.

APPLICATIONS AND USAGE OF TOOLCUFF TOOL  LANYARDS

• ToolCuff Tool Lanyards aid in the prevention of dropping heavy tools and/or 

equipment. 

• ToolCuff Tool Lanyards provide an attachment point for tools weighing up to 80 lbs. 

• Additional attachment tabs incorporated into specific ToolCuff products allow for an 

extra level of securement to a tool or equipment after cinching is complete. 

• When attaching a ToolCuff product with additional attachment tabs, the user must use 

ToolCuff Tool Tape to secure the attachment tabs to the tool. 

• D-ring Tool Attachments should be attached to the tool upon ensuring that both the 

tool and D-ring Tool Attachment is free of debris which could affect the performance of 

the ToolCuff Tape. 

• Ensure that the D-ring Tool Attachment is located away from the tool’s center of 

gravity.

• Do not precut tape.  While maintaing tension on the tape, attach the beginning of 

the first wrap directly to the tool surface while ensuring the the D-ring Tool Attachment 

comes into contact with the first full wrap of tape. 

• Ensure to maintain a moderate level of tension on the tape while attaching the D-ring 

Tool Attachment to the tool. 

• For D-ring Tool Attachments with a capacity of 2 lbs. to 5 lbs. a minimum of 12 wraps 

of tape should be applied to ensure proper tool connection. 

• After connection to the tool, user should ensure that the connection is solid with no 

slippage. 

TOOLCUFF TOOL LANYARD APPROPRIATE USAGE

• ToolCuff Tool Lanyards part numbers SW404, SW406, SW431, and SW432 are for 

use with heavy tools weighing up to 35 lbs (15.9 kg)

• ToolCuff Tool Lanyards part numbers SW407, SW433, and SW434 are for use with 

heavy tools weighing up to  80 lbs (36.3 kg) 

• ToolCuff Tool Cinch Lanyards are for use on difficult to tether heavy tools such as 

closed handle tools, clamps, large wrenches, etc...

TOOLCUFF TOOL LANYARD INAPPROPRIATE USAGE

• Do not use ToolCuff Tool Lanyards with tools that exceed the Maximum Load Rating 

of the lanyard. 

• ToolCuff Tool Lanyards are not to be used with tools that have a tapered handle.

LABELING EXAMPLES

SW400

2 lbs. 

SW402

5 lbs. 

SW404

35 lbs.

SW406

35 lbs.

SW407

80 lbs.

SW408

15 lbs. 

SW422

N/A

SW422-10

N/A

SW423

N/A

SW423-10

N/A

SW425

5 lbs.

SW426

2 lbs. 

SW428

2 lbs. 

SW411

5 lbs. 

SW414

2 lbs. 

SW416

5 lbs. 

SW417

5 lbs. 

SW431

35 lbs.

SW432

35 lbs.

SW433

80 lbs.

SW434

80 lbs.

SW435

5 lbs. 

SW436

15 lbs.

SW437

1 lbs.

SW438

15 lbs.

SW424

5 lbs. 

Yellow  Tool Tape 2" x 9' (Box of 10 Rolls)

Part #

Description

Max Tool 

Weight

Tool Attachments and Accessories

D-ring Tool Attachment 0.5" x 2.25"
D-ring Tool Attachment 1" x 3.5"

MD Cinch Tool Attachment 1" x 11"
HD Cinch Tool Attachment 1" x 15"
D-ring Tool Attachment 1" x 8"
Yellow  Tool Tape 2" x 9' (Individual Roll)

MD Cinch Tool Attachment 1" x 11" (No Tabs)

MD Elasticated Tool Tether with 2 Swivel Carabiners

Blue Tool Tape 1" x 9' (Individual Roll)
Blue Tool Tape 1" x 9' (Box of 10 Rolls)
Elasticated Tool Attachment 1" x 11"
Tool Ring - Small .75"
Tool Ring - Large 1.5"

Tool Tethers

Coil Tool Tether 14" to 68" Length
Coil Tool Tether 28" to 74" Length
Tool Tether 12"
Tool Tether 24"
MD Elasticated Tool Tether with Swivel Carabiner

Wrist Tool Lanyard w ith 25mm stainless D-ring

HD Elasticated Tool Tether with Swivel Carabiner
HD Elasticated Tool Tether with 2 Swivel Carabiners
Retractable Tool Tether
Elasticated Tool Tether with 2 Non-Swivel Carabiners

Elasticated Tool Tether with 1 Carabiner and Cinch Loop

Wrist System

Retractable Tool Tether

322 Industrial Court, Concord, NC 28025

P: (704) 262-7893 or F: (704) 262-9051

WWW.SAFEWAZE.COM

SELF RETRACTING TOOL TETHER

SELF RETRACTING TOOL TETHER

ANSI / ISEA  121-2018

OSHA 1910.66 & OSHA 1926.502

SW435

SW435

MUST FOLLOW ALL MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS

INCLUDED WITH THIS EQUIPMENT.  DO NOT REMOVE LABEL.

Date of Mfg.

mm/dd/year

Overall Length: Retracted = 12.5 in (317.5 mm)

Max. Capacity = 5 lbs. (2.26 kg)

Overall Length: Extended = 46.5 in (1181.1 mm)

Made in the U.S.A.

01346a

Item #: 

SW407

ANSI/ISEA 121-18

Load capacity:

80 lbs (36.3 kg)

INSPECT PRIOR TO EACH 

USE. WEIGHT SHALL NOT 

EXCEED MAX WORKING 

CAPACITY. USE CAUTION 

AROUND MOVING OR 

ROTATING EQUIPMENT.

MADE IN CHINA

01346b

2028

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