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User Guide: Confined Space Rescuer
Confined space rescue equipment needs to be durable and flexible. Tight spaces require equipment that can withstand crawling and dragging, and may be exposed to environmental hazards. The following personal equipment is recommended by CMC as the best option for confined space operations.

Petzl Vertex Vent Helmet is popular due to its light weight and lowprofile. CMC Rescue Rappel Gloves have the extra protection needed when working in confined spaces environments without sacrificing dexterity. CMC ProSeries Confined Space Harness provides multiple attachment points for assisting the rescuer in a confined space environment. EOS II Headlamp with its Class 1, Division 1 intrinsically safe rating is the safest and brightest for working in hazardous environments. ESS Goggles Provide excellent eye protection and minimize fogging. CMC ProTech Manual-Lock Carabiners stay unlocked until put into service. Then a 1/4 turn locks the gate for a secure one-handed operation.



User Guide: Industrial Rescue
Equipment for rescue in an industrial setting frequently has the same requirements as a confined space environment. It should be durable as well as strong and offer the flexibility to be worn for prolonged periods of time. CMC recommends the following personal equipment as the best option for rescuers involved in industrial access or rescue operations.

Petzl Vertex Vent Helmet is popular due to its light weight and low-profile. CMC Rescue 8 offers exceptionally high wear performance for rescue rope sizes from 7/16 to 5/8 inch. CMC Rescue Pulley is a lightweight, full-strength, Prusik minding pulley providing high efficiency and a low profile. EOS II Headlamp with its Class 1, Division 1 intrinsically safe rating is the safest and brightest for working in hazardous environments. CMC ProTech Manual-Lock Carabiners stay unlocked until put into service. Then a 1/4 turn locks the gate for a secure one-handed operation. CMC Rescue Pro Pocket is a handy pouch to store accessory equipment on your harness belt. ESS Goggles provide excellent eye protection and minimize fogging. CMC Rescue Rappel Gloves have the extra protection needed when working in confined spaces environments without sacrificing dexterity. 8 mm Prusik Loop for use in a Tandem Prusik Belay System CMC/Roco Universal One Piece Harness is light weight and includes side positioning D-Rings for industrial applications. CMC ProSeries Stretcher Strap allows the rescuer to quickly adjust his position to tend a low-angle stretcher for the best efficiency and comfort and doubles a s pick off strap.