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Descending With Additional Braking

Ease of descent depends on the wear on the device, the rope that is used, and the load. Additional braking can help you avoid being surprised by the descent speed (for example on a new, thin rope). It can also help provide a more controlled and comfortable descent.

Warnings

  • Carefully read the Instructions for Use used in this technical advice before consulting the advice itself. You must have already read and understood the information in the Instructions for Use to be able to understand this supplementary information.
  • Mastering these techniques requires specific training. Work with a professional to confirm your ability to perform these techniques safely and independently before attempting them unsupervised.
  • We provide examples of techniques related to your activity. There may be others that we do not describe here.
Descending with additional braking, general illustration.
Solution 1: controlled descent with ID’S and ID’L, 1/2.
Solution 1: controlled descent with ID’S and ID’L, 2/2.
Solution 2: controlled descent with ID’S, ID’L and RIG, 1/2.
Solution 2: controlled descent with ID’S, ID’L and RIG, 2/2.
Solution 2: controlled descent with ID’S, ID’L and RIG, 2/2.
Solution 3: controlled descent with ID’S, ID’L and RIG + FREINO, 1/2.
Solution 3: controlled descent with ID’S, ID’L and RIG + FREINO, 2/2.
Solution 4: controlled descent with ID’S, ID’L and RIG + FREINO Z, 1/2.
Solution 4: controlled descent with ID’S, ID’L and RIG + FREINO Z, 2/2.

Included in this article

I’D® S Self-braking descender with anti-panic function for work at height and rope access work FREINO Z Carabiner with friction spur for descenders I’D® L Self-braking descender with anti-panic function for rescue

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