Assorted Rope Lanyard

An assorted rope lanyard is a positioning lanyard made from whatever arborist rope is on hand, so color and rope type vary. It is a low-cost way to get a spare or backup rope lanyard for the truck.

What assorted means

Assorted lanyards are made from mixed arborist rope, so the color, brand, and construction can vary from one to the next. It is a good way to get a working rope lanyard for less money, especially as a backup or as a lanyard for a new crew member.

Because the rope varies, check the tag and confirm the diameter suits your adjuster before you set it up.

Inspection

Inspect the rope over its full length, check terminations and any connectors, and test your adjuster at ground level. Retire it after saw contact, cuts, or glazing. For a specific rope, see the other rope lanyards here.

Assorted lanyards are a practical choice for training climbers, too. They can learn adjuster setup, inspection, and positioning on a lanyard that does not cost much, and move to a specific rope once they know what they like.

Mark the in-service date on the lanyard so you can track its age, since you may not know the rope's history from color alone. Keep any paperwork that came with it in the truck so inspectors can see what rope it is.

If you are not sure whether a particular lanyard suits your adjuster, ask before you climb on it.

Life-support gear must meet the applicable standard (ANSI Z133 and the manufacturer's instructions), be inspected before every climb, and be used only by trained climbers.