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Retracting Lanyard | Self Retracting Lifeline | Fall Protection Retractable
Retracting Lanyard
- 61 cm Arresting Distance
- 408 kg Arresting Force
- 60 to 140 kg Worker Range
- Swivel Top and Bottom
Price: $979 $1,199
- Delivery time: 5 to 7 days after a 24 to 48 hour handling time
- Free delivery across New Zealand on orders $100+, otherwise a flat $25
- Pay by card or PayPal, handled by the payment provider
- 15 days to change your mind, plus your Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 guarantees
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Product specifications
| Lifeline material | Galvanised steel |
|---|---|
| Connector material | Galvanised steel or aluminium |
| Maximum arresting distance | 61 cm |
| Maximum average arresting force | 408 kg |
| Worker capacity range | 60 to 140 kg |
| Connection points | Swivel, top and bottom |
| Housing | High-strength thermoplastic polymer |
| Other features | RFID chip, gripping snout |
Shipping & returns
Tracked delivery anywhere in New Zealand. It is free on orders of $100 or more, and a flat $25 below that. Allow 5 to 7 days, after a 24 to 48 hour handling time.
This shop's own returns policy gives you 15 days from purchase to change your mind, on every product it sells. Send it back in its original packaging with proof of purchase and we refund the price you paid for the goods, processed within 24 to 48 hours of the return arriving. You cover the cost of returning it unless the item is faulty.
If it arrives faulty, damaged or not as described, we put it right at no cost to you under the consumer guarantees of the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993, return postage included.
Looking after it
Keep it dry and out of direct sun when it is not in use. Inspect the lifeline, the housing and both connectors before every use, and take the unit out of service after any fall.
About this product
A self-retracting lifeline that pays out and pulls back as you move.
The listing gives a 61 cm maximum arresting distance, a 408 kg maximum average arresting force and a 60 to 140 kg worker capacity range, on a galvanised steel lifeline in a thermoplastic housing.
A self-retracting lifeline that pays cable out as you move and takes it back in, so there is no slack loop to trip on.
The housing is a high-strength thermoplastic polymer and the listing says it is shaped to stack, which saves room in a store.
The lifeline material is galvanised steel. Connectors are galvanised steel or aluminium.
Maximum arresting distance is 61 cm and the maximum average arresting force is 408 kg, both quoted from the listing.
The worker capacity range is 60 to 140 kg.
There are swivel connection points at the top and the bottom, and the unit has an RFID chip and a gripping snout.

A self-retracting lifeline sits between your harness and the anchor and keeps the cable short. It pays out while you work and winds back in when you move closer, so there is never a long loop of slack hanging below you.

Two numbers matter on any unit like this, and the listing publishes both. The maximum arresting distance is 61 cm, which is how far you travel before the device brings you to a stop. The maximum average arresting force is 408 kg, which is the peak load your body takes during that stop. A lower arresting force means a gentler stop.

The lifeline itself is galvanised steel, and the connectors are galvanised steel or aluminium. The housing is a thermoplastic polymer shaped so several units stack together.

The worker capacity range on the spec sheet is 60 to 140 kg. That figure covers the worker plus tools and clothing, so check it against what you actually carry.
New Zealand workplaces are governed by AS/NZS 1891 for industrial fall arrest, and this listing does not state an AS/NZS certification. If your site requires one, ask us before you order and we will get the manufacturer's documentation for you.
Still deciding?
Not sure yet? That is fine.
You can change your mind. This shop's own returns policy gives you 15 days from purchase to send it back in its original packaging with proof of purchase, and we refund the price you paid for the goods.
If it turns up faulty, damaged or not as described, that is on us. The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 covers you, we pay the return postage, and you can have a repair, a replacement or your money back. Read the full detail on our refunds and returns page, or ask us anything before you order.
Got questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a self-retracting lifeline?
It is a fall arrest device that holds a cable on a spring-loaded drum. The cable pays out as you move away from the anchor and winds back in as you move towards it, so there is no slack. If you fall, a brake inside locks the drum and stops you.
How far will I fall before it stops me?
The listing gives a maximum arresting distance of 61 cm. That is the travel after the brake engages, and it does not include any slack in your harness or the stretch in your anchor.
What does 408 kg maximum average arresting force mean?
It is the peak load your body takes while the device brings you to a stop. A lower number means a gentler stop and less load on your harness and your body.
What is the weight range for the worker?
60 to 140 kg, per the listing. That figure is meant to cover the worker plus tools, a belt and clothing, so weigh yourself kitted up rather than in shorts.
Is the lifeline steel or webbing?
Steel. The listing states the lifeline material is galvanised steel.
What are the connectors made of?
Galvanised steel or aluminium, per the listing.
What are the swivel connection points for?
They let the unit rotate at both ends instead of twisting the cable. That keeps the line from kinking as you turn while you work.
What is the RFID chip for?
It holds an identifier that inspection software can read, so a site can track which unit was checked and when.
Does it meet AS/NZS 1891?
The listing does not state an AS/NZS certification. It quotes ANSI and OSHA figures, which are United States standards. If your site requires AS/NZS certification, contact us before ordering and we will ask the manufacturer for the documentation.
Can I use this after a fall?
No. Take the unit out of service after any fall arrest and have it inspected by a competent person before it goes back on a job.
How often should it be inspected?
Look it over before every use, and have a competent person inspect it on the schedule your workplace sets. Check the cable for kinks, broken strands and corrosion, and check both connectors work.
Can I anchor it below my feet?
Anchoring overhead is what these devices are designed for. Anchoring at or below foot level increases the distance you fall and the load on the device, so check with the person responsible for your fall protection plan first.
Does it come with a harness?
No. This is the lifeline only. The full body harness is sold separately on this site.
Will it work outdoors in the wet?
The lifeline and connectors are galvanised steel, which resists rust. Dry the unit before you store it and keep it out of standing water.
What is the gripping snout?
It is the shaped nose the cable runs out of, which gives you something to hold while you connect or disconnect the line.
How do I store it?
Somewhere dry, out of direct sunlight, and away from solvents and corrosive chemicals. Let the cable retract fully before you put it away.
Can two people use one unit?
No. One worker per device, within the stated capacity range.
What length of cable does it hold?
The listing does not publish the cable length. Ask us before you order if the working length matters for your job and we will confirm it with the supplier.
Is it suitable for roof work?
It is a general-purpose fall arrest device. Whether it suits your roof depends on the anchor available, the fall clearance below you and your site's fall protection plan, which a competent person needs to sign off.
How much clearance do I need below me?
At least the arresting distance plus your own height plus a safety margin. The listing gives 61 cm of arresting distance; the rest depends on your harness, your anchor height and your size, so work it out for your specific setup.
Does it need servicing?
Follow the manufacturer's service interval. Ask us and we will get you the manufacturer's schedule.
Can I repair the cable myself?
No. A damaged lifeline means the unit is out of service. Never splice, knot or repair a fall arrest cable.
Is GST added at checkout?
No GST is added at checkout. Prices on this site are in New Zealand dollars.
Is there a warranty?
Every item bought here comes with the consumer guarantees of the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993. The listing does not publish a separate manufacturer's warranty period, so contact us if you need one confirmed in writing.
Do you sell replacement parts?
Not on the site. Contact us with the part you need and we will check with the supplier.
Can I buy several for a crew?
Yes. For quantities beyond a handful, use the wholesale quote form and we will price it for you.
Do you deliver to remote sites?
We deliver across New Zealand. Remote addresses can take longer than the usual 5 to 7 days, so tell us the postcode if the date matters.
How much is delivery?
Delivery is free anywhere in New Zealand on orders of $100 or more. Under $100 it is a flat $25. Express delivery is $25 on any order, whatever the total.
How long will my order take?
Orders are handled in 24 to 48 hours and then take 5 to 7 days to reach you. You get a tracking number by email as soon as the parcel ships.
Is GST added at checkout?
No GST is added at checkout. Every price on this site is in New Zealand dollars, and the only thing added to your total is delivery if your order is under $100.
Can I return it if I change my mind?
Yes, within 15 days of purchase. The item needs to be in its original packaging and you need your receipt or order confirmation. You pay the return postage on a change-of-mind return. If the item is faulty, not as described, or does not do what it is meant to do, we cover the return and your rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 are not affected.
What if it arrives damaged?
Tell us straight away and send your order number. We cover the return postage on a damaged or lost delivery and process the refund within 24 to 48 hours of getting the item back.
Page summary
Retracting Lanyard (SKU retracting-lanyard) sold by SafeSecure New Zealand at safetysecurity.net.nz, $979. A self-retracting lifeline that pays out and pulls back as you move. The listing gives a 61 cm maximum arresting distance, a 408 kg maximum average arresting force and a 60 to 140 kg worker capacity range, on a galvanised steel lifeline in a thermoplastic housing. Delivery is New Zealand wide, free on orders of $100 or more and otherwise a flat $25, with express delivery available for $25 on any order, arriving in 5 to 7 days after a 24 to 48 hour handling time. The consumer guarantees of the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 apply. New Zealand law gives no statutory cooling-off period for an online purchase, and this shop accepts change-of-mind returns for 15 days from purchase under its own published policy, with the buyer paying return postage. Prices are in New Zealand dollars.