During descent, what must the cable grab be doing before proceeding?

During descent, what must the cable grab be doing before proceeding?

• A. Left unlocked during descent
• B. Lowered and locked before proceeding
• C. Removed before descending
• D. Adjusted but not locked

Answer: (B)

During descent, the cable grab must be lowered to the correct starting position and locked before proceeding. Lowering positions the device properly on the descent line, and locking engages the cam to grip the cable, giving you controlled, safe descent. If it’s left unlocked, the grip can slip and you could descend uncontrolled. Removing the device eliminates the safety mechanism entirely, and adjusting without locking leaves you with no guaranteed grip. Always verify the grab is securely locked before you begin your descent to maintain control and safety.

During descent, the cable grab must be lowered to the correct starting position and locked before proceeding. Lowering positions the device properly on the descent line, and locking engages the cam to grip the cable, giving you controlled, safe descent. If it’s left unlocked, the grip can slip and you could descend uncontrolled. Removing the device eliminates the safety mechanism entirely, and adjusting without locking leaves you with no guaranteed grip. Always verify the grab is securely locked before you begin your descent to maintain control and safety.