Releasable anchors with the Petzl I'D

Releasable anchors with the Petzl I’D

Written By: Lance Piatt

Releasable anchors with the I'D

Setting up a rope on a releasable anchor allows a worker to be lowered in case of an accident, with no need for the rescuer to access the victim. Another advantage: a single person on foot can monitor multiple workers at height.

WARNINGS

Read the technical notice before viewing the following techniques.
It is important to fully understand the information provided in the technical notice before using this complementary information
Mastering these techniques requires training.
Consult a professional before attempting to perform these techniques on your own.

THE PETZL I’D IS ESPECIALLY SUITABLE FOR MAKING A RELEASABLE ANCHOR:

One simply puts the handle in the “work positioning” position and completes the setup by tying-off the device.

If an emergency evacuation is needed, the tie-off is quickly undone and the descent is controlled following the standard recommendations in the Instructions for Use.

The I’D can be used for a releasable anchor on the work rope as well as for the safety rope.

The reserve rope should be of sufficient length depending on the situation and protected in an appropriate bag during work. Tie a knot at the end of the rope (at the bottom of the bag).

Warning: if the I’D is anchored from above, remember to redirect the rope through a braking carabiner to control the descent.

The Petzl I'd

BUY THE PETZL I’D

BUY THE PETZL I’D EVAC

Self-braking descender with anti-panic function for lowering from an anchor

The I’D EVAC self-braking descender is primarily designed for lowering from an anchor. The ergonomic handle is specifically oriented for managing of a load from the anchor and offers comfortable descent control. The integrated anti-panic function and anti-error catch limit the risk of an accident due to user error. The AUTO-LOCK system allows the rope to be automatically locked without having to manipulate the handle or tie off the device. Once locked, the rope can be taken up without having to manipulate the handle. The safety gate allows the rope to be installed with the device remaining connected to the anchor.

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Peace on your Days

Lance

About The Author:

Lance Piatt

Beginning his career in the rescue and rigging world as a “blue collar” SAR member with Deschutes and Jefferson County teams. Lance Piatt owns and operates Red Ibex Solutions, a sales and marketing wheelhouse blending rope rigging education and exquisite imagery with equipment knowledge and understanding; housing Rigging Lab Academy and Rescue Response Gear… Lance is producing high-end video education, working with several experts and instructors to produce unique series of “how to videos” and courses for rope rigging: Such as; the first ever full-length rescue training DVD, 'Tower Rescue', released in fall of 2005. As well as a series of scenario-based rescues ranging from cave rescue to cliff rescue.