Rope & Rigging Equipment
Rope & Rigging Equipment
This category holds the rope and rigging parts that rescue teams build systems from: static rescue rope, water rescue rope, boat line, prusik cord, tubular and heavy-duty webbing, bungee cord, pulleys, a figure 8 descender, a rigging plate, an NRS Z-Drag kit and a pocket escape system.
How to choose
- Diameter: Match rope diameter to your descenders, pulleys and rope grabs. Thinner rope is lighter but may not suit every device.
- Rope type: Static rope suits hauling and lowering; floating rope suits water rescue; boat line is for securing rafts and gear.
- Standards: For life-safety use, look for rope labeled to NFPA standards. Some items here list NFPA in their names.
- Kits: A Z-drag kit groups pulleys, prusiks and carabiners for mechanical advantage in one bag.
Brands we carry
We carry NRS, Sterling Rope, SMC and Zigco here. See also Carabiners & Hardware and Webbing.
Rigging FAQ
What is a Z-drag?
A Z-drag is a 3:1 mechanical advantage system often used to free pinned boats and to haul loads in rescue work.
What is prusik cord used for?
Prusik loops grip rope when loaded and slide when unloaded, so they are used for progress capture, belays and ascending.
Is there a warranty?
The Public Safety Store is an authorized dealer for every brand we carry, so manufacturer warranties apply. Need help with a claim? Contact us.