Kratos Curiosity-S Energy Absorbing Kernmantle Lanyard 2m - Aluminium Connectors and Zipped Pocket

Kratos Curiosity-S Energy Absorbing Kernmantle Lanyard 2m

The Kratos Curiosity-S is a 2m energy absorbing kernmantle rope lanyard designed for construction operatives, scaffolders, and steel erectors who need a durable, well-protected fall arrest lanyard for regular and intensive site use. Two features distinguish it from standard kernmantle rope energy absorbing lanyards in the same category.

The energy absorber is housed in a zipped protective pocket rather than a standard open or sewn sleeve. The zip allows quick visual inspection of the absorber condition without disturbing the protective cover, and keeps the absorber webbing clean and dry in the site conditions where lanyards are most likely to be contaminated. The 11mm polyamide kernmantle rope is specified as anti-abrasion construction, providing greater resistance to the surface wear that occurs when the rope contacts scaffold tubes, steel edges, and structural connections repeatedly during normal movement. Rated to 140kg with aluminium scaffold hook and quarter turn-locking karabiner at the two ends.

Why Choose the Kratos Curiosity-S Energy Absorbing Kernmantle Lanyard

• Zipped absorber pocket: the absorber is enclosed in a zipped pocket that protects it from contamination, abrasion, and moisture during site use. It can be unzipped for absorber condition inspection without removing any component. No other kernmantle rope energy absorbing lanyard in the UK market has this feature.

• Anti-abrasion kernmantle rope: the 11mm polyamide kernmantle construction is specified for resistance to sustained surface abrasion. On sites where the rope contacts scaffold tubes and steel surfaces throughout the working day, the anti-abrasion specification directly extends service life between replacement cycles.

• Abrasion-resistant thimble at loops: protects the rope termination at each connection point from the metallic contact wear that is the primary cause of loop failure on rope lanyards in regular site use.

• Transparent covering sleeve: the sewn terminations at each end are protected and visible for pre-use stitch inspection without removing any protective layer, supporting PUWER pre-use inspection compliance.

• 140kg rated: covers the full combined weight of the operative including tools, clothing, and equipment for the application range this lanyard is designed for.

• Aluminium connectors: the aluminium scaffold hook FA 50 218 60 with 60mm gate opening and aluminium quarter turn-locking karabiner FA 50 201 22 with 21mm gate opening keep the overall weight down without compromising connector security for scaffolding and construction site applications.

What's Included

One Kratos Curiosity-S 2m energy absorbing kernmantle rope lanyard with aluminium quarter turn-locking karabiner FA 50 201 22 at the harness end, aluminium scaffold hook FA 50 218 60 at the anchorage end, zipped absorber pocket, abrasion-resistant thimbles, and transparent covering sleeve over sewn terminations.

 Specifications

Compatibility

Who Is This For?

Scaffolders, structural steel erectors, construction operatives, and maintenance engineers who need a kernmantle rope energy absorbing lanyard for regular and intensive site use. The anti-abrasion rope and zipped absorber pocket are specified for environments where a standard lanyard would show accelerated wear from sustained contact with steel surfaces. Specified by safety managers building a PUWER-compliant PPE fleet where lanyard service life and absorber protection under real site conditions are both priorities.

Typical Applications

• Scaffolding erection and dismantling where the rope contacts scaffold tubes throughout the day

• Structural steelwork installation requiring sustained rope contact with steel surfaces

• Construction work on facades, elevated slabs, and structural frames

• Fixed ladder access and lattice metallic structure work

• Horizontal plan and inclined surface work within clearance requirements

• Maintenance on industrial structures where rope abrasion is a daily concern

How to Use

1. Check the fall indicator label before every use. NOT OK visible means immediate withdrawal and replacement.

2. Unzip the absorber pocket briefly to confirm the absorber webbing is intact and has not deployed. Re-zip before use.

3. Inspect the full rope length for cuts, kinking, contamination, and abrasion damage. Check both connectors and the transparent sleeves at the terminations.

4. Connect the quarter turn-locking karabiner to the dorsal D-ring of a certified full body harness. Turn the locking sleeve to the locked position before loading.

5. Connect the scaffold hook to the certified anchorage point. Confirm the double-action gate is fully closed and locked.

6. Confirm adequate clearance below your feet before starting work. Total clearance must account for lanyard length, absorber deployment, user height, and safety margin.

7. After any fall arrest event, withdraw the lanyard immediately and do not return to service.

Safety and Maintenance

Before every use:

• Fall indicator label: NOT OK means immediate replacement

• Unzip pocket briefly to check absorber condition, then re-zip

• Inspect full rope length for abrasion, cuts, and contamination

• Confirm transparent sleeves show intact stitching at both terminations

• Check both connectors operate correctly

During use:

• Connect only to dorsal D-ring of certified full body harness

• Never use as work positioning device

• Confirm clearance at every change of working position

After use and storage:

• Clean with mild soap and water if contaminated, dry naturally away from heat

• Store away from UV, chemicals, sharp objects, and heat

• Annual formal inspection by a competent person required under PUWER

• Withdraw immediately after any fall arrest event

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the zipped pocket and why does it matter on a construction site?

 A: The zipped pocket encloses the 45mm energy absorber webbing and protects it from contamination, abrasion, and moisture during site use. On a standard energy absorbing lanyard, the absorber is typically either an exposed external pack or covered by a basic fabric sleeve. Neither keeps contamination out as effectively as a zipped enclosure. The zip also allows the absorber to be inspected by opening the pocket without disturbing any protective cover, which is exactly the pre-use inspection PUWER requires. No other kernmantle rope energy absorbing lanyard in the UK construction market has this feature.

Q: What does anti-abrasion kernmantle rope mean in practice?

A: The outer braid of an anti-abrasion kernmantle rope is constructed to resist the surface wear caused by repeated contact with rough or sharp surfaces. On a standard kernmantle rope, sustained daily contact with scaffold tubes, steel connections, and structural edges progressively degrades the outer sheath, eventually exposing the load-bearing core. The anti-abrasion construction extends the point at which visible surface degradation occurs, which directly extends the serviceable life of the lanyard and reduces the frequency of PUWER-driven replacement in high-use site environments.

Q: Why does this lanyard use aluminium connectors rather than steel?

 A: Aluminium connectors reduce the overall weight of the lanyard without compromising the connector performance for scaffolding and construction site applications. The aluminium scaffold hook FA 50 218 60 has a 60mm gate opening suitable for standard scaffold tube diameters. The aluminium quarter turn-locking karabiner FA 50 201 22 provides a secure harness connection with a deliberate locking action. For operatives wearing the lanyard throughout a full shift, the weight saving from aluminium connectors contributes to reduced fatigue over the working day.

Q: How do I inspect the absorber using the zipped pocket?

 A: Before every use, unzip the pocket fully and check the absorber webbing inside. The webbing should be intact, clean, and show no signs of tearing, deployment, or contamination. If the absorber has partially deployed, some of the webbing will have extended from the pack and the internal stitching will show disruption. If you see any sign of partial deployment, withdraw the lanyard immediately. Re-zip the pocket before connecting and using the lanyard. This inspection takes approximately 10 seconds and is the most important pre-use check for this product.

Q: Is this lanyard suitable for regular daily use or occasional use only?

 A: The anti-abrasion rope and zipped absorber pocket are specifically designed for regular and intensive site use. Kratos classifies this in the Medium range, indicating regular deployment. The 11mm anti-abrasion kernmantle rope is specified by Kratos for regular and long-term use applications, in contrast to twisted rope or standard webbing constructions which are recommended for occasional or short-term use. This is the correct specification for operatives who wear a fall arrest lanyard throughout every working day.

Q: What is the maximum clearance required before using this lanyard?

A: The total clearance required below the operative's feet must account for the full lanyard length of 2m, the energy absorber deployment distance of approximately 1.75m, the operative's height, and a safety margin. For a typical UK site operative, the minimum required clearance is in the region of 6m to 7m depending on the specific setup. Always calculate clearance for your specific anchor position and working height before deploying. If insufficient clearance exists, use a retractable fall arrester such as the Kratos HELIXON-S or Olympe-S2, which arrests a fall in a fraction of the distance.

Q: Why order from CMT Group?

 A: CMT Group has supplied height safety PPE to UK construction sites since 2010, with a fleet of over 100 FORS Silver accredited vehicles covering 90% of the UK mainland. The Kratos Curiosity-S is available for next working day delivery on orders placed by 7pm. CMT is a BSIF Registered Safety Supplier. Trade accounts, volume pricing, and EDGE portal access are available for safety managers and procurement teams managing PPE across multiple projects.