C3002 Rope Grab with Attached Lanyard

C3002 Rope Grab with Attached 3 ft. Shock Absorbing Lanyard — ANSI Z359.1-2007 Compliant Fall Arrest

The Palmer Safety C3002 is a 5/8" large bail rope grab with an integrated 3 ft. shock absorbing web lanyard, designed for use as part of a personal fall arrest system on twisted rope lifelines. Built for contractors and trades professionals working at height in construction, demolition, maintenance, and inspection applications, this unit combines a double locking closing mechanism with a 3/4" snap hook (PN 146) for secure harness attachment. It meets or exceeds ANSI Z359.1-2007 requirements and is manufactured to withstand a static strength of 5,000 lbs. for one minute.

Technical Specifications

Unlike basic rope grabs that require a separately sourced lanyard, the C3002 ships as a complete, pre-assembled unit with an integrated shock absorber — eliminating compatibility guesswork and reducing rigging time on the job. The alloy steel construction with yellow chromate finish provides corrosion resistance suited to demanding outdoor environments, and the double locking snap hook adds a layer of security not found on single-action closures.

Key Features & Benefits

Double Locking Closing Mechanism

The rope grab features a double locking closing mechanism, which requires two deliberate actions to open. This reduces the risk of accidental gate release during use, a critical safety consideration when working at height on a lifeline.

Integrated Shock Absorbing Lanyard

The attached 3 ft. shock absorbing web lanyard is connected directly to the rope grab and terminates in a 3/4" snap hook (PN 146) for harness D-ring attachment. The integrated shock absorber limits the maximum arrest force transmitted to the worker to no more than 8 kN, protecting the user's body during a fall event.

Alloy Steel Construction with Yellow Chromate Finish

Metal components are manufactured from alloy steel with a silver or golden yellow galvanized finish. This combination delivers the structural strength required to meet a 5,000 lb. static load rating while providing corrosion resistance for outdoor and industrial job sites.

High-Tenacity Polyester Webbing and Stitching

Both the webbing (1.73 in. ± 0.03 in. wide) and the stitching thread are made from high-tenacity polyester, which resists abrasion, UV degradation, and moisture absorption. This material selection helps maintain consistent performance across varying field conditions.

ANSI Z359.1-2007 Compliance

The C3002 meets or exceeds ANSI Z359.1-2007, the recognized industry standard for personal fall arrest systems. Compliance with this standard is required on many regulated job sites and supports OSHA fall protection program requirements.

Common Applications

Construction

Used by construction workers on vertical rope lifelines to provide fall arrest protection when working at elevation on structures, scaffolding, or open frameworks.

Demolition

Provides fall arrest capability for workers performing demolition tasks at height where fixed anchor points and rope lifelines are deployed.

Maintenance and Inspection Work

Suited for maintenance technicians and inspectors who must ascend or work alongside rope lifelines on towers, tanks, facades, or industrial equipment.

Oil Production

Applicable in oil production environments where workers require fall arrest protection on rope lifeline systems at elevated work areas.

Confined Space Rescue

The rope grab and lanyard assembly can be incorporated into confined space rescue systems where a rope lifeline is used as part of the retrieval or rescue setup.

Compatible Materials

• Twisted rope lifelines (primary compatible lifeline type)
• Full-body harnesses with D-ring attachment points (via 3/4" snap hook, PN 146)

Product Documents

• Download Tech Sheet
• Download Manual (Shock Absorbing Lanyards User Instructions)
• Download Declaration of Conformity [C3002]
• Download Declaration of Conformity [C3003]
• SRL170 Installation Guide

Application Instructions

Before Use

1. Read the full user instruction manual in its entirety before using this equipment. Do not skip or abbreviate this step — failure to do so may result in serious injury or death.
2. Ensure this product is used as part of a complete personal fall arrest, restraint, work positioning, suspension, or rescue system. Verify all system components are compatible and in serviceable condition.
3. Confirm the rope lifeline is a twisted rope type compatible with the 5/8" bail of this rope grab.

Installation

1. Engage the rope grab onto the twisted rope lifeline by opening the double locking closing mechanism and positioning the bail around the rope, then close and verify the mechanism is fully locked.
2. Attach the 3/4" snap hook (PN 146) at the end of the shock absorbing lanyard to the dorsal D-ring of a compatible full-body harness. Confirm the snap hook double locking gate is fully engaged.
3. Verify the rope grab slides freely upward along the lifeline and locks in place when downward force is applied before committing to the work position.

During Use

1. The rope grab is designed to be used over the twisted rope lifeline. Do not use on wire rope, synthetic rope of incompatible diameter, or non-twisted rope configurations unless explicitly authorized by the manufacturer.
2. Do not alter, modify, or misuse this product. Alterations or misuse may result in serious injury or death.
3. Use the lanyard in restraint mode to prevent reaching a fall hazard, or as part of a fall arrest system — refer to the full manual for application-specific guidance.

Inspection and Retirement

1. Inspect the rope grab, lanyard webbing, stitching, snap hook, and shock absorber before each use for cuts, abrasion, corrosion, deformation, or any sign of prior shock load activation.
2. If the shock absorber has been deployed (indicating a fall arrest event has occurred), remove the entire assembly from service immediately and do not reuse.
3. Follow the manufacturer's maintenance and retirement criteria as detailed in the user instruction manual.

Safety Data Summary

Hazard Information

• This product is part of a personal fall arrest system. Improper use, alteration, or failure to follow instructions may result in serious injury or death.
• Do not use if any component shows signs of damage, wear, corrosion, or prior shock load activation.
• Maximum arrest force transmitted to the user does not exceed 8 kN when used as tested; exceeding system design parameters may result in injury.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Must be used in conjunction with a compatible full-body harness.
• Use as part of a complete, ANSI-compliant personal fall arrest system including a suitable anchor point and rope lifeline.

Safe Handling

• Read and understand the full user instruction manual before use; have instructions explained if needed.
• Do not alter or misuse this product.
• Ensure all users have received fall protection training as required by OSHA or applicable state regulatory agencies.
• Manufacturer's instructions must be followed for proper use and maintenance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What type of lifeline is the C3002 rope grab designed to be used on?
A: The C3002 rope grab is designed to be used over a twisted rope lifeline. It is not specified for use on wire rope or non-twisted rope configurations.

Q: Does the C3002 include a lanyard, or must one be purchased separately?
A: The C3002 ships as a complete assembly with an attached 3 ft. shock absorbing web lanyard and a 3/4" snap hook (PN 146) — no separate lanyard purchase is required.

Q: What is the static strength rating of the C3002?
A: The C3002 has a static strength rating of 5,000 lbs. sustained for one minute, meeting ANSI Z359.1-2007 requirements.

Q: What standard does the C3002 comply with?
A: The C3002 meets or exceeds ANSI Z359.1-2007, the standard for personal fall arrest systems.

Q: Can the C3002 be reused after a fall arrest event?
A: No. If the shock absorber has been deployed during a fall arrest event, the entire assembly must be removed from service immediately and must not be reused, per the manufacturer's user instructions.