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Securing the PETZL MAESTRO with an ASAP for training.

Written By: Lance Piatt

Petzl MAESTRO with ASAP

Securing the Petzl MAESTRO with an ASAP for Training

In certain training or educational situations, managing excessive descent speed or loss of control is crucial for safety. The Petzl MAESTRO provides excellent control, but improper use or excessive pull on its handle can result in loss of control, especially in high-tension systems.

To mitigate this, the Petzl ASAP paired with an ASAP’SORBER AXESS or ABSORBICA L57 energy absorber can be attached to the auxiliary attachment hole of the MAESTRO. This setup acts as a safeguard for the rope against potential loss of control during descent.

Key Installation Points:

  1. Positioning the ASAP:
    • Install the ASAP on the rope strand between the MAESTRO and the load.
    • This ensures the ASAP can effectively arrest any unintended rope movement.
  2. Using Energy Absorbers:
    • Attach either the ASAP’SORBER AXESS or the ABSORBICA L57 to the auxiliary attachment hole for added energy absorption.
  3. Important Considerations:
    • This setup is not a substitute for a dedicated backup belay system.
    • A proper backup belay must be installed independently from the working system to meet safety requirements.

Application and Limitations:

This technique is highly effective for controlled training scenarios, where the goal is to ensure safe operation of the descent system and provide an extra layer of security. However, rescuers and trainers must always adhere to the manufacturer’s guidelines and integrate this setup with other essential safety measures.

For more information and advanced rigging techniques, explore Rigging Lab Academy and the latest solutions from Rescue Response Gear.

Peace on your Days

Lance

 
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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.

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