The MSA Winch 10153757 is a rugged, versatile, and economical manual retrieval device designed for confined space entry, worker retrieval, positioning, lifting, and lowering applications. Equipped with a 65 ft (20 m) galvanized steel cable, this winch delivers reliable controlled movement for personnel and materials in demanding industrial environments. Built with a durable thermoplastic housing, the Workman® Winch is engineered to withstand harsh jobsite conditions while maintaining dependable performance. Its ergonomic integrated carry grip, foldable crank handle, and patent-pending mounting bracket design help simplify transportation, storage, and installation for efficient confined space operations.

Key Features

65 ft Galvanized Steel Cable: Provides reliable lifting and retrieval capability for confined space operations.
Personnel and Material Rated: Designed for worker retrieval, positioning, lifting, and material handling applications.
Rugged Thermoplastic Housing: Built for durability in harsh industrial environments.
Built-In Shock Absorber: Helps reduce dynamic loading during operation.
Clutched Drive System: Designed to help prevent overload and reduce injury risk during lifting operations.
Double-Braking System: Enhances controlled lifting and lowering performance.
Level Wind Mechanism: Helps maintain smooth cable winding and minimizes tangling.
Self-Locking Swivel Snaphook: Provides secure attachment capability during retrieval operations.
Foldable Manual Crank Handle: Allows compact storage and easier transportation.
Integrated Ergonomic Carry Grip: Improves portability and handling on the jobsite.
Patent-Pending Mounting Bracket: Allows rapid and simplified assembly.
RFID Enabled: Supports inspection tracking and asset management programs.

Intended Use

Designed for confined space entry, worker retrieval, rescue, positioning, lifting, and lowering applications requiring controlled manual movement of personnel or materials. Suitable for industrial environments where reliable vertical retrieval systems are essential.

Confined space entry operations
Water and wastewater treatment facilities
Industrial maintenance sites
Utilities and municipal infrastructure
Manufacturing and processing facilities

Product Specifications

Cable Material: Galvanized steel
Cable Length: 65 ft (20 m)
Cable Diameter: 3/16 in (5 mm)
Minimum Line Strength: 3,300 lb (14.7 kN)
Maximum Working Load:
Personnel: 400 lb (181 kg)
Materials: 620 lb (282 kg)
Design Factor: 20:1
Housing Material: Rugged thermoplastic
Braking System: Double braking system
Drive Type: Clutched drive
Hook Type: Self-locking swivel snaphook
Swivel Snaphook Gate Opening: 0.83 in (21 mm)
Crank Handle: Manual foldable crank handle
Carry Handle: Integrated ergonomic carry grip
Mounting Bracket: Patent-pending rapid assembly design
Cranking Diameter: 22 in (56 cm)
Crank Force to Lift 400 lb (181 kg): 30 lb (133 N)
Average Lifting Speed (400 lb Load): 13.13 ft/min (4 m/min)
Cable Drum Type: Open drum wound
Cable Management: Level wind mechanism
RFID Enabled: Yes
Net Weight with 20 m Cable: 28.2 lb (12.8 kg)

Certifications and Standards

ANSI/ASSP Z359.4-2013 — Safety requirements for assisted-rescue and self-rescue systems, subsystems, and components used in fall protection and confined space applications.