Devices, systems and methods for emergency descent from a height

Abstract

An integral rescue device preferably worn by a firefighter that includes a shock absorbing descender attached to the rescue device, a support line passing through the shock absorbing descender, an anchor connection attached to an end of the support line in the vicinity of the shock absorbing descender, and an assembly for holding the support line. The assembly preferably includes a plurality of holders in which intermediate loops of the support line are retained near the terminus of each of the intermediate loops. In a preferred embodiment, the shock absorbing descender is attached to a waist belt of a self-contained breathing apparatus carrier with a support line passing through the shock absorbing descender, an anchor connection attached to an end of the support line in the vicinity of the shock absorbing descender, and an assembly for holding the support line.

Description

Apparatus, system and method for emergency descent from height Related application This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 60 / 565,885 filed on April 28, 2004, the entire content of which is cited herein. Technical field The present invention generally relates to a device, system and method for emergency descent from a height, and more particularly to a device, system and method for firefighters to descend and escape from a height. Background technique The outer protective clothing worn by firefighters (commonly referred to as police outfits) typically includes bulky tops and pants, which have an outer layer and a peelable inner lining. The outer layer is made of heat-resistant, fire-resistant, wear-resistant and waterproof materials. Firefighters also wear other protective gear, including helmets, thick gloves, and air bottles, which are typically part of self-contained breathing equipment (SCBA). When performing tasks, firefighters often enter bu...

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Problems solved by technology

Outerwear worn by firefighters already includes harnesses, but such harnesses are usually not sufficient to provide escape and rescue from heights

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