A lanyard is any piece of cord or rope that is worn around the neck or wrist, often to keep something close by that could be easily lost. Lanyards can be made out of many different materials and have many uses. Some are made of patterned material and others could even be made of simple string. This all depends on the preference of the wearer and the purpose the lanyard will serve. The term “lanyard” originates from 15th century France. A “Laniere” referred to a type of strap. Later the term referred to a tie on a weapon. In modern times, lanyards usually hold light objects.
Lanyards can be used to clasp objects that could easily be lost, like keys. Many lanyards come with metal attachments so keys can be hooked on to the end. This can be an excellent solution for children or people who have trouble keeping track of their keys. The lanyard can then be worn around the neck and the wearer will not having to worry about losing those all important keys. Lanyards for this purpose are easy to find and come in different patterns and colours.
Lanyards can also be very useful for security reasons. Schools, employers, and event centers or theme parks may use lanyards to help identify who should be there. Employers might give their staff badges that have the name and position of an employee (along with a photo in some cases). This badge can be worn around the neck to help customers and other employees identify each other. Schools may require students to wear their identification cards on around their neck on a lanyard. This can help to ensure the safety of all students. Concert or theme park tickets can also be worn around the neck so they do not become lost and are easily visible to security personnel.
Lanyards can be very helpful for people of all ages and who have many different needs. They have been in use for centuries but the exact meaning of the word “lanyard” has changed. Today, people use lanyards to hold small objects that need to be kept on their person. The use of a lanyard frees up the hands for other tasks but still allows the wearer to know where his important objects are. With the variety of types and colors of lanyards available today nearly everyone can benefit from using one.