CAB Lifeline is an emergency escape line designed to help evacuate an underground mine in the event of fire or explosion. Since 1985, the CAB Lifeline has been hand crafted to rigid standards of quality and performance. It is available in rope and heavy-duty aircraft cable styles to meet the wide variety of requirements found in the underground mining industry.
CAB Lifeline meets all state and federal regulations and is accepted by MSHA under Part 18, Title 30 Code of Federal Regulations. Research by NIOSH and the U.S. Bureau of Mines confirms that use of Lifeline can significantly improve chances for successful escape when fire breaks out in an underground mine.
CAB Extra High Visibility Lifeline is easily seen from any direction in escapeways. Lifeline markers hang vertically so they can be seen for long distances up and down escapeways. Markers are flexible so miners’ hands can slide easily over them.
Rope and Aircraft Cable Hangers quickly attach to lifeline and have a strong hook for attachment to plates, mesh or roof structure. Elastic hangers are especially useful in crosscuts; they stretch five times their original length to lower lifeline during use and return it to original height after use. Quick-Release Hangers have a release pin that attaches to hanger hole or edge of plate. They can be quickly pulled off plates to drop lifeline for emergency escape.
CAB Lifeline with interchangeable Velcro Markers is designed for mines that change color of Lifeline after longwall operations. Made from strong polypropylene webbing with velcro on one side. High visibility 2″ x 6″ (51mm x 152mm) reflective markers with velcro backer (sold separately) are quick and easy to attach and change later to another color as mining progresses and escape routes change.
CAB Tie-On Markers can be easily added to existing Lifeline. Made from 2″ x 4″ (51mm x 102mm) brilliant retroreflective vinyl. Stitched on all sides. Strong nylon cord is sewn into top hem for securely tying markers to Lifeline.
CAB Lifeline requires no assembly and is ready to install. All parts are integral and securely attached with aircraft cable hardware. Lower in overall cost compared to other brands that require stocking of parts and extra labor for assembly.
Full size posters (24 inch x 40 inch) are available free of charge for your mine safety training program. Click here and complete contact form to request your complimentary poster(s).
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