The MSA 10176311 Latchways® Personal Rescue Device (PRD) with EVOTECH® Arc Flash Harness is an integrated fall protection and self-rescue system designed to help workers safely descend to ground level following a fall or suspension event. The compact, backpack-style rescue device is integrated with an EVOTECH® Arc Flash Harness, combining fall protection with a controlled-descent rescue capability for demanding industrial environments.
The system features quick-connect leg straps, heat-resistant Kevlar® webbing, and a built-in rip-cord activation mechanism. It provides a 65 ft (20 m) descent line with a controlled descent speed of approximately 1.6–6.6 ft/s, supporting personal rescue in applications where prompt evacuation from height is essential.
Product status: Reported as discontinued by MSA Safety. Confirm availability and service support with the manufacturer or an authorized distributor before purchasing.
Key Features & Benefits
- Integrated Latchways® Personal Rescue Device and EVOTECH® Arc Flash Harness
- Built-in self-rescue descent system
- 65 ft (20 m) descent line
- Controlled descent speed of approximately 1.6–6.6 ft/s
- Quick-connect leg straps for convenient harness connection
- Heat-resistant Kevlar® webbing
- Built-in rip-cord activation mechanism
- Secondary ground-based deployment option using a compatible rescue pole
- PVC-coated alloy steel hardware
- Designed for fall protection and emergency self-rescue
Applications
- Electrical Utilities
- Arc Flash Hazard Environments
- Industrial Maintenance
- Power Generation
- Construction
- Oil & Gas
- Telecommunications Towers
- Wind Turbine Maintenance
- Elevated Work Platforms
- Industrial Work at Height
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Brand |
MSA Safety |
| Product Name |
Latchways® Personal Rescue Device with EVOTECH® Arc Flash Harness |
| Part Number |
10176311 |
| Product Type |
Personal Rescue Device with Full-Body Harness |
| Harness Model |
EVOTECH® Arc Flash |
| Size |
Standard (STD) |
| Leg Straps |
Quick-Connect |
| Descent Line Length |
65 ft (20 m) |
| Descent Speed |
Approximately 1.6–6.6 ft/s |
| Webbing Material |
Kevlar® |
| Hardware |
PVC-Coated Alloy Steel |
| Activation |
Built-In Rip Cord |
| Secondary Deployment |
Ground-Based Activation Using a Compatible Rescue Pole |
| User Weight Capacity |
130–309 lb (59–140 kg) |