Rescue Ropes
Rescue ropes are essential safety tools designed for emergency response, search and rescue operations, and high-angle environments. Built from high-strength, abrasion-resistant materials, these ropes provide dependable performance under extreme conditions. Our selection includes static and dynamic rescue ropes, offering the right balance of strength, flexibility, and durability for various applications. Many models feature low-stretch designs for controlled descents and secure anchoring, along with heat-resistant fibers for added safety. Ideal for firefighters, EMTs, and rescue teams, these ropes meet industry standards for load capacity and reliability. With options in multiple lengths and diameters, rescue ropes ensure you have the right tool for any critical situation. Explore our range today to find the perfect rescue rope for your team’s needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to commonly asked questions below.
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What is rope rescue?
Technical rescue discipline using ropes, anchors, and mechanical advantage systems to access and extricate victims in high-angle, vertical, or confined environments.
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How to tie a rope rescue harness?
The most common improvised harness is the Swiss Seat (seat harness) or hasty harness using webbing/rope, but NFPA recommends commercially manufactured harnesses for safety.
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Which rope is most suitable for technical rope rescue?
Static kernmantle rope (low-stretch) with a minimum diameter of 11–13 mm (7/16″–1/2″) and NFPA 1983 or EN 1891 certification.
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What rope is most suitable for technical rope rescue?
Low-stretch static kernmantle rope (e.g., PMI, Sterling, BlueWater) certified to NFPA 1983 General Use or Technical Use.
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What type of rope is used for rescue?
Static (low-stretch) kernmantle rope; never dynamic climbing rope for rescue operations.
