Frontline RLA18 Rescue 18' Ladder Kit | Canada
Frontline RLA18 Rescue 18 ft Ladder Kit. A rescue ladder for getting a suspended worker back to safety after a fall, with minimal prior rescue training. The 18 ft nylon webbing ladder deploys from its drop-in bag off the existing or a temporary anchor point, and a conscious, uninjured worker climbs up to relieve the strain on the harness. Keep one at the jobsite, plant or refinery wherever people work at height.
Frontline RLA18 18 ft rescue ladder kit key features
- 18 ft nylon webbing ladder with 1 ft rung spacing
- Deploys from a ballistic nylon drop-in bag
- Hangs from the existing or a temporary anchor point
- Zinc-plated steel locking carabiner, ANSI Z359.12
- Rungs: plastic sleeve over reinforced webbing with aluminum
- One user at a time, up to 310 lb with clothing and tools
Frontline RLA18 rescue ladder kit specifications
| Manufacturer | Frontline Fall Protection |
|---|---|
| Model / SKU | RLA18 |
| Ladder length | 18 ft (5.48 m) |
| Rung spacing | 1 ft (305 mm) |
| Capacity | 310 lb (140 kg), one user |
| Components | Webbing ladder, rungs, drop-in bag, steel locking carabiner, rope |
| Kit weight | 7.5 lb (Frontline manual) |
| Anchorage | Anchor must support 5,000 lbf (22 kN) |
| Temperature range | -40°C to +54°C |
| Inspection | Before each use, plus a formal inspection at least every 6 months |
| Standards | OSHA 1910.66 / 1926.503; ANSI Z359.12 carabiner |
| Region | Stocked by Fall Protection Canada in Paris, Ontario · ships Canada-wide |
When to use the Frontline RLA18 rescue ladder after a fall
Suspended worker who is conscious and can climb
Frontline limits self-rescue by ladder to victims who are responsive, uninjured and able to climb.
Jobsite rescue plans for roofing and steel crews
Keep the kit staged where people work at height so rescue starts in minutes.
Plant, refinery and off-site rescue stations
A compact bagged kit for locations where this rescue method is possible.
Is the Frontline RLA18 rescue ladder kit CSA certified?
What standards does Frontline list for the RLA18 kit?
OSHA 1910.66 and 1926.503, with an ANSI Z359.12 steel carabiner. It is not CSA certified.
How much weight does the RLA18 rescue ladder hold?
One user at a time, up to 310 lb (140 kg) including clothing and tools.
How often does the RLA18 rescue ladder need inspection?
Before every use, plus a formal inspection by a qualified person other than the user at least every six months.
Can the RLA18 rescue ladder be reused after a rescue?
No. Frontline says to retire the ladder after it has been used in a rescue.
Pair the Frontline RLA18 with your fall rescue equipment
Build the RLA18 into a written rescue plan alongside your anchors and harnesses; an unconscious or injured worker needs a trained rescue team. Planning a rescue kit for your site? Contact Fall Protection Canada.