Fall Arrest/Rescue   Tripod and Winch   The RGR1 is portable, lightweight and is easy to erect on site.  It has adjustable lower and middle legs at 80mm intervals to adapt and adjust to uneven surfaces and varying ground conditions.  There are 2 additional anchorage points (SWL 200kg each) on the underside of the head for additional primary/secondary systems. This unit has many applications such as confined access, entry, egress, rescue, retrieval, manholes, silos & trenches, etc.

	The RGR1 is extremely versatile and is recommended for use with the side attachment of the RGR7 rescue winch or the RGA4 fall arrest & rescue block. The RGA4 is a three way retrieval block fitted with an up/down winch mechanism and the standard fall arrest capability.

This unit can be used as a standard fall arrest block, but in the event of a fall, the operative can be winched up or down to safety almost immediately. As most rescue systems lower the casualty, the RGA4 can raise the operative to safe area, if the area below is unsuitable. The RGA4 can also be fitted to the RGR1 tripod for use in the confined access industry, as it can lower a worker into an area where no ladders are fitted.
The RGA4 has a working length of: 15 metres
 

Safety Harness     

The RGH5 is designed for use as a confined access harness. The front and rear attachment points can be used as standard fall arrest points and the rescue strap can be used for lifting and lowering. When used, the rescue strap keeps the operative in a near vertical position, which is preferred when recovering an unconscious casualty.

This harness is used throughout the industry in conjunction with a tripod (RGR1) and a winch unit to access confined spaces, vertical shafts, sewers and silos. As with all of the RidgeGear harnesses, the RGH5 is suitable for use with fall arrest/recovery blocks. The harness is fully adjustable and is fitted with rip stitch indicators.

Fall Arrest Block

The RGA4 is a three way retrieval block fitted with an up/down winch mechanism and the standard fall arrest capability. This unit can be used as a standard fall arrest block, but in the event of a fall, the operative can be winched up or down to safety almost immediately.

As most rescue systems lower the casualty, the RGA4 can raise the operative to safe area, if the area below is unsuitable. The RGA4 can also be fitted to the RGR1 tripod for use in the confined access industry, as it can lower a worker into an area where no ladders are fitted. The RGA4 has a working length of: 15 metres

 
Lifeline
           
The RGA 10R is supplied in three standard lengths:          10 M
                                                                                   20 M
                                                                                   30 M   

However custom lengths can be made up to suit the client's application. The RGA10R is used in conjunction with the RGA10 rope grab to provide vertical, or near vertical fall protection.

The RGA10R is fitted with a single spliced eye and fitted with a nylon thimble.
The hawser laid construction of the nylon rope, provides good shock absorption qualities and offers some resistance to alkali, oils and organic solvents.

 
Lanyards

Non-Shock Absorbent

The RGL12 is an adjustable restraint lanyard, and various lengths are available to act as a leash for an operative working at height.  The adjustability of the product ensures that the correct length can be selected for the task in hand.

It is important to understand the principles of "fall restraint" as the RGL12 can only be used for Fall Restraint, as there is no shock absorbsion built into the system. If there is any possibility of an operative stepping/falling over an exposed edge, or falling through a fragile surface, a Fall Arrest product should be used.  The 40kN webbing used in the manufacture provides greater strength compared to other webbing and systems. The RGL12 should never be used to extend another fall arrest product.

 
Shock-Absorbent
 
The RGL13 is supplied in two standard lengths:    0.9 - 1.3 Mtr
                                                                       1.2 - 1.8 Mtr

The RGL13 lanyard like the RGL1 is an industry standard, and normally the minimum equipment issued with a harness for working at height. The 40kN webbing used in the manufacture provides greater strength compared to other webbing and systems.

The additional benefit of adjustability allow for greater flexibility.  The lanyard length can be adjusted to suit the application.  Potential trip hazard can be avoided and potential free fall distance can be reduced which is less possible with a non-adjusting lanyard. This lanyard should be used when the operative is working from a static position, connected to a fixed anchor point. If movement between anchorages is required, a twin leg lanyard should be used (RGL3), to provide constant protection.