Rescue and Evacuation
 

Rescue and Evacuation

Construction Emergency Response

Why SpanSet can help you find a solution.

 

If you have selected a method of working that could result in a worker being suspended in a harness, for example fall arrest, or work positioning techniques, then you must consider the rescue implications.

 

Rescue for personnel suspended at height is an issue that needs addressing for workers, whether they are at 2m or 200m. Traditionally a great deal of emphasis has been placed on this area by those working in extreme environments and quite rightly so. It also applies however to areas that appear more straightforward, but in these areas it is seldom addressed.


Unconsciousness or death can occur to a suspended casualty even though they may not be injured after their initial fall. This is due to a decrease in the effective circulation of oxygenated blood around the body caused by a combination of factors, such as body position, compression by the harness and a lack of muscle pumping of venous blood. If the worker is able to move, or relieve the pressure points, then the side effects can be dramatically reduced.

 

However, in the case of an unconscious worker the side effects continue unchecked and rescue is the only option. The time it takes for this condition to affect a person can vary greatly, so having an effective solution at hand for a speedy resolution is essential.


There are several approaches to rescue provision, 1st Response Rescue, Emergency Response Teams and the Emergency Services, each approach having it’s own merits and disadvantages. The rescue equipment can also take many different forms all with different levels of risk, training requirements, aptitude and commitment. It is therefore important to identify the solution that is right for your application. In order to do this you must consider all the variables such as the equipment they are using, where they are using it and the capability of the users.


The Gotcha™ Rescue Range has been designed to provide simple, pre-assembled solutions for a variety of applications.

 

 

Another aspect of emergency planning that can be confused with Rescue is Evacuation.

Gotcha™ Kit

 

The Gotcha™ ORIGINAL was the first pre assembled remote rescue kit. Designed for rescuing a suspended casualty from Fall Arrest lanyards, Rope Safety Lines and Fall Arrest blocks, all possible from a point of safet y.

 

Casualties can either be raised or lowered to the nearest point of safety, with casualties initially raised to release their original attachment preventing the need for cutting. The kit comes complete with an anchor sling capable of attaching to a wide range of structures and all terminations are sewn for security.  The kit is adaptable for different heights of anchor point, colour coded for simplicity and includes an extension pole for remote attachment. Included is the Grabba for rapid rescue from Rope Safety Lines or Fall Arrest blocks.

 

Gotcha™ MP Rescue Kit

 

A constant rate 100m multi purpose descent device suitable for rescue and evacuation with
remote attachment frog and pole. For operators who require evacuation and Gotcha™ post fall rescue in one kit.


Suitable for Evacuation and Rescue from
High structures where constant rate lowering and minimal user input are required.

 

Suitable for Rescue from
Vertical situations where you can access the casualty with the Gotcha™ pole and frog.

Kit Contains

  1. Gotcha™ Frog

  2. Attachment pole

  3. Rope descent and rescue controller

  4. Kernmantle rope

  5. Attachment sling

  6. Karabiners

  7. Back pack gear bag

Gotcha™ Shark Kit

 

The Gotcha™ SHARK kit is designed for industrial climbers. The kit comes complete with an anchor sling capable of attaching to a wide range of structures and all terminations are sewn for security. There is an integral rope protector that can be set at any required location and the descent device allows the user to control their own rate or stop as required. In use, the rescuer attaches to one attachment, descends to the casualty, attaches them to the second attachment and cuts the casualty free using the unique bladeless cutter.


The kit is designed for loads up to 300kg, so when used for two persons still retains excellent levels of control.


This kit is commonly used by those working on structures such as towers or pylons where safe egress at the base is guaranteed.


Kit Contains

  1. Gotcha™ rope rider descender

  2. Rope sever wire cutter

  3. 100m Australian Standards rescue rope

  4. Attachment sling

  5. Karabiners

  6. Back pack gear bag

 

Gotcha™ Pole Top Rescue Kit

 

A kit for rescuing a casualty suspended by work position and fall arrest equipment when working on a pole.


Suitable for Rescue from

Pole Straps, Flexible Line Fall Arresters and Work Position Lanyards.The casualty is raised
to release their original attachment, but the kit does include a safety knife in case of difficulty
when raising the casualty.


Assisted Rescue
The rescuer accesses the casualty in order to recover them. The Gotcha™ Pole top rescue kit is suitable for use on poles up to 15m high.


Pre-assembled
No assembly is required by the user.


Kit Contains

  1. Rope belay controller

  2. 30m Australian Standards rescue rope

  3. Attachment sling

  4. Karabiners

  5. Rescue knife

  6. Gear bag

 

Gotcha™ 4000  Hauling Kit

 

This rescue/access pulley system with a 4:1 mechanical advantage features a single
directional set of pulleys allowing efficient lifting and controlled lowering. Can be locked off for prolonged suspension, be self operated or by a second person.


Kit Contains

 

  1. 4000 Rescue pulley system
  2. 50m of Australian Standards rescue rope
  3. 2 x K1 Karabiners
  4. 2 x 2000 Round sling
  5. Lay flat gear organizer bag

 

 

 

Gotcha™ TRK Tower Rescue Kit

 

The Gotcha™ TRK is a pre-assembled 100m kit that can be used for rescuing personnel from towers, masts and similar structures. The kit includes enough components for a variety of rescue applications. This kit is commonly used by operators in the telecommunications and electrical industries.


Kit Contains

 

  1. 100m of Australian Standards rescue rope
  2. Double brake descender
  3. Micro hauler
  4. 2 x Black snake attachment slings
  5. 4 x K4 Karabiners
  6. 3 x RP012 Single pulleys
  7. Single Yoke
  8. Dual Yoke H1ALU
  9. Back pack lay flat gear bag

Red Pro Kit

 

The Red Pro is a pre-assembled 100m kit that can be used for personal evacuation, assisted evacuation or rescue of a casualty from high or remote locations. The kit comes complete with an anchor slings capable of attaching to a wide range of structures, all terminations are sewn for security, the descent device operates automatically at a constant speed requiring no input from the user and can also be used for raising a casualty if required. This kit is commonly used by wind energy access technicians and general operators looking for versatility in a kit. The unit comes in a sealed weatherproof bag and a sturdy SKV box.


Kit Contains

 

  1. Rope descent and rescue controller
  2. 100m rope
  3. 3 x Attachment slings
  4. 4 x Karabiners
  5. Edge protector
  6. Pulley
  7. Rope grab
  8. Hard box

 

 

Gotcha™ CRD

 

The Gotcha™ CRD is a pre-assembled 100m kit that can be used for personal evacuation,
assisted evacuation of a casualty from high or remote locations.


The kit comes complete with an anchor sling capable of attaching to a wide range of
structures, all terminations are sewn for security, and the descent device operates automatically at a constant speed requiring no input from the user. This kit is commonly used by less experienced workers who occasionally access high level working platforms and require a simple rescue or evacuation solution.

 

Kit Contains

  1. Rope Descent and RescueController
  2. 100m rope
  3. Attachment sling
  4. Karabiners
  5. Back pack gear bag