An anti-splay apparatus (13) having a bridge (17333953) and frangible connection points (21) for use with mechanical fasteners having a shank portion (3) and a receiving member (5) with opposing arms (9) is provided. The bridge may take a number of forms including a ring (17), a notched ring (1853), a tube, or a notched tube and the connection points join the opposing arms of the receiving member with the bridge. Also provided is the anti-splay apparatus also having tabs (19293337) connected between frangible connection points.
