If a worker needs to be lowered into and out of the space instead of climbing, a winch is needed. The winch will also be employed for rescue if a worker falls. Alternatively, the team can use a ...

Failure to initiate a timely rescue to save a worker from a confined space can have disastrous consequences for a company, more importantly, for the employees. LOS ALAMITOS, CA, UNITED STATES ...

Digital confined space monitoring is an innovative tool that reduces the labor burden while improving monitoring capabilities—a literal win-win for system users.

1 / 4 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Virginia National Guard aviation crews and Chesterfield County Fire and Emergency Medical Services Scuba Rescue Team members train on confined-space rescue ...

In confined-space incidents, the unknown and unseen hazards usually pose the greatest risk for victims and rescuers alike. Most commonly, the unseen hazard is atmospheric. An 18-inch opening ...

Tripods offer the flexibility of portable overhead tie-off atop confined-space entry points such as manholes, wells or tanks. Tripods can be used with optional winches to provide safe access and ...

How to prepare for and safely execute a confined space fall rescue. By David Ivey; Mar 01, 2021; Fatalities caused by falls continue to be a leading cause of death for construction employees, and fall ...