RidgeGear RGR4 BT Pole Rescue Kit
The RidgeGear RGR4 Pole Rescue Kit is a comprehensive rescue solution tailored for BT pole work and telecoms applications. Developed to facilitate the safe recovery of a suspended worker, this kit contains all the critical components for effective rope-based rescue operations. Supplied in a heavy-duty yellow PVC wallet with rope bag, the RGR4 kit includes a D4 rope descender, static rope, karabiners, slings, and rescue cutters—meeting key industry standards including EN 362, EN 354, EN 12841, and ANSI Z359.4.
Whether deployed in pole-based telecom installations or similar elevated environments, the RGR4 ensures rapid, compliant, and controlled descent during rescue scenarios.
Key Features:
- Designed specifically for BT pole rescue and telecom field work
- Complete kit including rope descender, static rope, cutters, karabiners, slings & storage
- D4 rescue descender with working load limit of 240kg
- Meets multiple safety standards including EN 362, EN 354, EN 12841, EN 1891A & EN 795 Type B
- Supplied in heavy-duty yellow PVC wallet with dedicated rope bag
- Lightweight and easy to deploy on-site
Kit Contents:
- 4 × RGK2 – 17mm steel twistlock karabiners (EN 362:2004)
- RGK26/1 – 1m anchor sling
- RGK26/2 – 2m anchor sling
- RGR16 – D4 aluminium rope/rescue descender (EN 12841:2006, ANSI Z359.4:2013)
- 30m static rope (EN 1891A:1998)
- 2mm accessory cord
- Safety lanyard
- Rescue cutters
- Yellow PVC storage wallet and rope bag
Technical Specification:
- Karabiners: Steel, 17mm gate, 25kN MBS, 192g each
- D4 Descender: 240kg WLL, 16kN MBS, aluminium body
- Slings: Ridge Protect polyester cover & core, 70kN break strength
- Static Rope: Compliant with EN 1891A, 30m length
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