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614 Personal Protective and Lifesaving Equipment
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Rope Grab

A rope grab allows a worker to move up a vertical lifeline but automatically engages and locks on the lifeline if the worker falls.

This rope grab allows workers to move up and down a lifeline
A rope grab allows a worker to move up a vertical lifeline.

When using a rope grab, keep the following in mind:

  • The rope grab must be compatible with the lifeline.
  • The rope grab must be correctly attached to the lifeline (not upside down).
  • Keep the lanyard (between the rope grab and the body harness) as short as possible.
  • Keep the rope grab as high as possible on the lifeline.

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

3-8. Which of the following is TRUE about using a rope grab?