In reply to Michael Gordon:
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> yep just to attach the lanyards to.
I like them clipped to shoulder straps of a rucksack or if not wearing a sac onto a bandolier.
I did once, however, after a roped fall when the axe was left hooked above me, end up hanging by the bandolier stuck on the helmet !
I managed to rip the helmet off before I choked.
I now prefer the rucksack straps method or link the bandolier to the belay loop.
A harness is quite nice in winter for soloing as it seems to keep all your clothes neat.
A trailing rope also feels comforting as it reminds you of lead climbing!