Spanset Gotcha Remote Rescue Kit User Instructions page 4

Gotcha Remote
Rescue kit
ANCHOR
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Green Pulley to Anchor Sling
Anchorage at foot level.
15. The casualty can now be lowered as follows.
1. Access casualty's anchorage point.
16. To lower the casualty the rescuer must take hold of the
2. Attach the anchor sling to a suitable anchor point
rope that exits the GRIGRI, and this is used to control the
above the casualty.
descent.
3. The rescuer will use their legs to help pull in the rope.
The single pulley is clipped to the anchor sling.
4. Adjust pole to the required length.
5. Attach the red clip to the end of the pole, and clip the
double pulley into the webbing.
6. Adjust ropes in-between the pulleys to the same
length as the pole.
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7. Set the red clip to open.
8. Using the pole, attach the red clip to the casualty's
harness attachment.
9. Remove the pole from the red clip.
With the
10. Attach the GRIGRI to the rescuers harness.
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11. Pull the slack rope through the GRIGRI to tension the
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system, and squat down.
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12. The rescuer now stands up, thus raising the casualty.
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13. With one hand, the rescuer holds the rope below the
GRIGRI, close to the attachment sling.
other hand they take in the slack rope as they squat
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down.
14. Once the casualty's weight has been transferred to
the GOTCHA™
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disconnected.
NOTE: In order to carry out a rescue the rescuer
requires a harness with a front point of attachment for 15. The casualty can now be lowered as follows.
locating the GRIGRI.
16. To lower the casualty the rescuer must take hold of
the rope that exits the GRIGRI, and this is used to
If the anchor point for the GOTCHA™ is such that the
control the descent.
casualty must be lowered, then the rope length in the
17. With the other hand releases the black handle on the
kit must be four times the distance from the anchorage
GRIGRI until the rope can be fed at a controllable
speed. This thus lowers the casualty.(Please see
to the point of safety.
note)
With the
With the
Keep these instructions, or a copy with the GOTCHA™ to aid
NOTE: In order to carry out a rescue the rescuer requires a harness with a front point of attachment for locating the GRIGRI.
future inspection, and examination.
With the
The equipment must be given a visual and tactile inspection
when delivered to site/works, and before every use.
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SpanSet recommends recorded inspection by a competent
person every 6 months.
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Particular attention should be paid to the following:-
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Metal-ware – Inspect for signs of damage/distortion/
corrosion, and correct operation & locking of connectors.
Rope* – Examine for any signs of wear/ abrasion, including
interstrand wear, unravelling, extension and fusion.
* Local abrasion as distinct from general wear may be
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1. Access casualty's anchorage point.
2. Attach the anchor sling to a suitable anchor point
INSTALLATION & USE : INSTRUCTIONS
above the casualty.
3. The rescuer will use their legs to help pull in the rope.
The single pulley is clipped to the anchor sling.
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4. Adjust pole to the required length.
5. Attach the red clip to the end of the pole, and clip the
double pulley into the webbing.
6. Adjust ropes in-between the pulleys to the same
length as the pole.
7. Set the red clip to open.
8. Using the pole, attach the red clip to the casualty's
harness attachment.
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9. Remove the pole from the red clip.
10. Attach the GRIGRI to the rescuers harness.
11. Pull the slack rope through the GRIGRI to tension the
system, and squat down.
12. The rescuer now stands up, thus raising the casualty.
13. With one hand, the rescuer holds the rope below the
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GRIGRI, close to the attachment sling.
other hand they take in the slack rope as they squat
down.
14. Once the casualty's weight has been transferred to
the GOTCHA™
disconnected.
15. The casualty can now be lowered as follows.
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16. To lower the casualty the rescuer must take hold of
the rope that exits the GRIGRI, and this is used to
control the descent.
17. With the other hand releases the black handle on the
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speed. This thus lowers the casualty.(Please see
note)
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then their lanyard can be
NOTE: In order to carry out a rescue the rescuer requires a harness with a front point of attachment for locating the GRIGR
If the anchor point for the GOTCHA™ is such that the casualty must be lowered, then the rope length in the kit mu
be four times the distance from the anchorage to the point of safety.
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If the anchor point for the GOTCHA™ is such that the casualty must be lowered, then the rope length in the kit must
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be four times the distance from the anchorage to the point of safety.
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17. With the other hand releases the black handle on the
GRIGRI until the rope can be fed at a controllable speed. This
thus lowers the casualty.(Please see note)
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With the
then their lanyard can be
With the
caused by the passage of the rope over sharp edges or
protrusions whileunder tension and may cause serious loss
of strength. Slight damage to outer fibres and occasional
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yarn may be consideredharmless but any reduction in
diameter of the rope or serious distortion to the sheath
pattern should lead to rejection.
All Personal Protective Equipment should be immediately
removed from service after being subjected to any shock, or
there isany doubt about its condition. (See list above)
The GOTCHA™ may be cleaned if required. The following
procedure mustbe adhered to. Use a mild detergent with
hand hot water, using a cloth, or sponge to wipe the
GOTCHA™ and avoid over wetting. This procedure should
then be repeated withclean water to rinse, then allow to dry
naturally away from any direct heat source. If you require
more information pleasecontact SpanSet.
All equipment should be stored and transported in the
following manner:
• To prevent contact with sharp objects.
• Away from harmful substances.
• In a cool dry place free from direct sunlight.
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