Rescue rods for electrical accidents
January 2013
Electrical Power & Protection
The RST rescue rod from DEHN is designed to protect electrocution victims from the live working zone in the event of an electrical accident. Where a victim has been in contact with a live electrical connection, the rescue rod safeguards the life of the first-aider and saves valuable time responding to the casualty.
The insulated rod has nominal voltages up to 36 kV/50 Hz and meets DIN VDE 0681 Part 1 requirements. It is suitable for rescuing persons weighing up to approximately 100 kg in indoor and outdoor installations, but not in wet weather conditions. The fixed PVC rescue hook is protected against bridging, while the insulating tube is made from glass fibre reinforced polyester. The rescue rods are offered in 1, 1,5 and 2 metre lengths and a wall mounted storage bracket is available. The end fitting on the rod is a non-slip plastic cap.
For more information contact Johan van Staden, Surgetek, +27 (0)11 792 1303, [email protected], www.surgetek.co.za
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