Friday, June 26, 2020

COVID-19 - Cleaning of Ropes


Our friends at Teufelberger published this information:
A study performed by U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, National Technology and Development Program, “Effects of Pathogen Decontamination on the Strength of Climbing Rope and Harness Equipment” which suggested that it is possible to soak textiles in water up to 55 degrees C with little effect to overall strength.
RescueTECH advises that you contact the specific rope or harness manufacturer for bespoke inspection and care instructions pertaining to your particular products in use.
Included with this notice is information specific to Teufelberger.

Disclaimer: All of these recommended disinfecting solutions are advisory only. RescueTECH assumes no liability for improper use of the products. It is the user’s responsibility to inspect their gear before each use, and should any doubt arise about its condition for safe use, the product should be immediately withdrawn from use and not used again until confirmed in writing by a competent person that it is safe to do so. Users should additionally follow government guidance relating to general rules to minimize the transmission of COVID-19.

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