The MSA Workman® Tripod is a robust, lightweight aluminum tripod designed for confined space entry and rescue operations. Its user-friendly features include telescoping legs with 4-inch incremental adjustments, an internal leg-locking mechanism for added safety, and skid-resistant feet to enhance stability. The tripod's design allows for quick setup and dismantling without the need for tools, making it an ideal choice for various industries requiring reliable fall protection solutions.

Key Features

Telescoping Legs: Adjustable in 4-inch increments for precise height settings.
Internal Leg-Locking Mechanism: Prevents accidental disengagement during use.
Skid-Resistant Feet: Enhances stability on various surfaces.
Integral Carry Strap: Facilitates easy transportation and storage.
Cut-Resistant Pin Retention Chains: Ensures extended service life.
Maximum Height Indicator: Provides quick identification of maximum leg extension.
Tool-Free Setup: Allows for rapid assembly and disassembly.
Compatibility: Designed for use with MSA's Workman Winch and Rescuer systems.

Intended Use

The MSA Workman® Tripod is specifically designed for confined space entry, rescue operations, and vertical fall protection applications. It serves as a secure anchorage point for raising, lowering, or retrieving personnel and materials in vertical entry scenarios such as:

Utility vaults
Manholes
Storage tanks
Sewer access points
Construction shafts
Industrial maintenance pits

Its rugged construction, high-strength aluminum design, and compatibility with MSA winch and retrieval devices make it an essential component of any confined space safety system in industries such as construction, utilities, oil and gas, manufacturing, and wastewater treatment.

Product Specifications

Part Number: 10102002
Material: High-tensile aluminum alloy legs and head
Maximum Height: 8 ft (2.4 m)
Collapsed Length: 62.99 in (1,600 mm)
Width: 11.81 in (300 mm)
Height: 11.81 in (300 mm)
Weight: 44.09 lbs (20 kg)
Personnel Capacity: 400 lbs (182 kg)
Material Capacity: 620 lbs (281 kg)
Minimum Vertical Static Strength: 5,000 lbs (22 kN)
Leg Adjustment Increments: 4 in

Certifications and Standards

ANSI Z359.1-2007: Fall Protection Code
OSHA 1910.146: Permit-Required Confined Spaces
CSA Z259.2.1-98: Fall Arresters, Vertical Lifelines, and Rails
EN 795: Protection against falls from height - Anchor devices