Peakworks Confined Space Rescue Kit — 7 ft Tripod + 3-Way 60 ft Self-Retracting Lifeline (V85024)

Peakworks Confined Space Rescue Kit overview

The Peakworks Confined Space Rescue Kit (V85024) pairs a 7 ft aluminum tripod with a 3-way 60 ft self-retracting lifeline and a carry bag — a fall-arrest-first setup for lowering a worker into a manhole, tank, or vault and getting them back out. The defining component is the 3-way SRL: it pays out and retracts as the worker moves, locks instantly to arrest a fall, and then offers retrieval so a rescuer can crank the worker up or down. That's three jobs in one device. Our best self-retracting lifelines and best fall-protection kits guides explain where a 3-way SRL fits a rescue plan.

Read the configuration correctly: this kit is tripod plus SRL, not tripod plus winch. In this version the 3-way SRL does both the fall arrest and the retrieval, so there is no separate man winch — a different Peakworks configuration pairs the tripod with a man winch, and the top kit combines both. The system carries a 310 lb (141 kg) weight capacity, uses an above-the-head chain-and-pulley that centers the lifeline over the entrance. Peakworks lists ANSI and CSA fall-protection compliance and CE marking, and the kit is built to support an OSHA 1910.146 confined-space program (OSHA itself does not certify products); because published standard numbers vary between retailers, confirm the exact certification on the product's own label. It does not include a harness, so add a rated full-body harness. Vertical entry also demands atmospheric monitoring, so pair it with a 4-gas confined-space meter and review the 4-gas vs single-gas choice.

Where the kit fits

It's built for vertical, top-opening spaces — manholes, tanks, vaults, wells, and lift stations — and for teams that want fall arrest built in rather than a hoist they have to pair with a separate lifeline. Because it ships without a harness, plan to add a rated full-body harness, keep atmospheric monitoring from the gas-detector lineup, and follow a practiced rescue plan. Many teams also keep a suspension-trauma strap on the harness for post-arrest readiness, and some add a vertical lifeline for adjacent climbing work. Compare the wider range in the fall-protection catalog.

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Frequently asked questions

What's included in the Peakworks confined space rescue kit?

This configuration (V85024) includes a 7 ft aluminum tripod, a 3-way 60 ft (18 m) self-retracting lifeline with a galvanized cable and swivel hook, and a carry bag. It does not include a separate man winch or a harness — you add a rated full-body harness separately.

What does "3-way SRL" mean?

A 3-way self-retracting lifeline does three jobs in one device: it pays out and retracts as the worker moves, it locks instantly to arrest a fall, and after an arrest its retrieval mechanism lets a rescuer crank the worker up or down. That combination is what makes it a rescue-capable SRL rather than a plain fall-arrest block.

Does this kit include a man winch?

No. In this configuration the 3-way SRL handles both fall arrest and retrieval, so there is no separate winch. A different Peakworks kit pairs the tripod with a man winch, and the top configuration combines a winch and an SRL together.

Does the SRL provide fall arrest?

Yes — that is the core function. Unlike a man winch, which only raises and lowers, the SRL locks to arrest a fall and then offers retrieval. It's the fall-arrest and rescue device in this kit.

What is the weight capacity?

The system is rated to a 310 lb (141 kg) weight capacity. Like all self-retracting lifelines it also has a rated user range with a minimum load needed to operate correctly, so confirm the user range printed on the SRL label before use.

Does the kit include a harness?

No. Pair a rated full-body harness separately, with a dorsal D-ring for fall arrest and shoulder D-rings for retrieval, sized to the worker who will use it.

What standards does it meet?

Peakworks lists ANSI and CSA fall-protection and self-retracting-device compliance and CE marking, and the kit is built to support an OSHA 1910.146 confined-space program (OSHA itself does not certify products). Published standard numbers vary between retailers, so confirm the exact certification on the product's own label and documentation before use.

How does the tripod position the lifeline?

The 7 ft tripod uses an above-the-head chain-and-pulley assembly that gives the operator more head room and positions the lifeline directly over the confined-space entrance, centering the load for smooth, balanced retrieval.

How tall is the tripod and what features does it have?

It's a 7 ft (2 m) aluminum tripod with adjustable legs, swivel steel feet, non-slip bases, and a safety chain to hold the leg spread. Aluminum keeps it portable for setup over an opening.

What confined spaces is it designed for?

Vertical, top-opening spaces such as manholes, tanks, vaults, wells, and lift stations, where a worker is lowered and retrieved from above. It is not for horizontal-entry spaces where a tripod cannot be positioned over the opening.

Do I need a gas detector and a rescue plan too?

Yes. Permit-required confined-space entry requires atmospheric testing with a calibrated gas detector, ventilation, an attendant, and a written, practiced rescue plan. The tripod and SRL handle fall arrest and retrieval, not the air.

How do I inspect and maintain the SRL?

Inspect the tripod, SRL, cable, hook, and load indicator before each use, and remove anything damaged or corroded from service. Self-retracting devices also require periodic factory-authorized inspection or recertification — follow Peakworks' schedule and your program's requirements.

What's the difference between this SRL kit and the man-winch kit?

This kit uses a 3-way SRL, so fall arrest and retrieval are built into one device. The man-winch kit uses a hoist for controlled raise and lower but leaves fall arrest to a separate device. The combo kit includes both a winch and an SRL for maximum redundancy.

Reviewed by Steven Eaton, WC Safety. Specifications reflect Peakworks' published data for this configuration and can vary; confirm the exact kit contents, SRL user range, and standards markings on your specific unit, and follow your written confined-space program before use.