Rescue Winch Systems

Rescue winch systems are essential for confined space entry, fall protection, and emergency rescue operations. They are typically mounted on tripods, davit arms, or other anchor points to safely lift or lower personnel and equipment.

Key Components of a Rescue Winch System

  1. Winch Mechanism – A hand-crank or motorized system that controls lifting and lowering.
  2. Cable or Rope – Made of steel wire rope or high-strength synthetic rope for durability.
  3. Self-Retracting Lifeline (SRL) – Ensures fall protection by automatically stopping a fall.
  4. Brake System – Prevents uncontrolled descent and provides safety in case of sudden release.
  5. Mounting Hardware – Includes tripod brackets, davit arms, or permanent anchor points.
  6. Harness & Attachment Points – Workers wear a full-body harness connected to the winch via a lanyard or carabiner.

Types of Rescue Winch Systems

  1. Manual Winches – Operated by hand crank, ideal for controlled lifting/lowering.
  2. Motorized Winches – Powered by battery or electricity for faster, effortless operation.
  3. Dual-Mode Winches – Combine retrieval and fall arrest functions in one system.

Common Applications

Confined Space Entry & Rescue – Lifting workers in and out of manholes, tanks, or silos.
Fall Protection – Prevents free falls in hazardous work areas.
Industrial & Fire Rescue – Used by emergency teams to extract injured personnel.
Construction & Maintenance – For lifting tools and materials in high-risk environments.

Standards & Compliance

  • OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
  • ANSI (American National Standards Institute)
  • EN (European Norms) Standards

Confined Space & Rescue Systems

A confined space is defined as a work environment with limited or restricted entry and exit, typically characterized by access points smaller than 24 inches in diameter. All job sites classified as confined spaces must be equipped with OSHA-approved rescue equipment to ensure the safe retrieval of employees who may be unable to exit the hazardous area without assistance.

Rescue and Descent Systems

Over the years, our vendor partners have introduced numerous innovative fall protection and confined space rescue and descent products, many of which have become industry standards. Each of our rescue and descent systems is designed in close collaboration with end-users to address specific application needs. This approach ensures enhanced comfort, greater productivity, and full OSHA compliance, prioritizing worker safety at heights.