Altrad Generation's Davit Arm is an essential safety solution for confined space access and rescue operations above manholes, trench boxes, and sheeted excavations. This davit arm for manhole access provides a reliable overhead anchor point for personnel entry, fall arrest, and emergency retrieval, meeting the safety requirements of the most demanding groundworks and utility maintenance sites.
Designed for single-operative assembly, the Davit Arm weighs 57.4kg and consists of four compact sections connecting without specialist lifting gear. The confined space rescue arm mounts onto trench sheets or manhole boxes via a lightweight davit clamp and works with a manual rescue winch, enabling safe, controlled lifting of loads up to 140kg. A corrosion-resistant powder-coated steel finish ensures long-term durability in outdoor and underground environments.
For full site compliance, the manhole davit arm hire solution works alongside the Ladder Safe Platform for access and fall protection, and Trench Guard Panels for edge protection.
Key Features and Benefits
Provides a secure overhead anchor point for confined space access and rescue
Weighs 57.4kg, designed for single-operative assembly without specialist equipment
Supports loads up to 140kg when used with a compatible manual rescue winch
Four-piece compact construction for easy storage and transport between sites
Mounts onto trench sheets or manhole boxes via a lightweight davit clamp
Corrosion-resistant powder-coated steel finish for long-term outdoor durability
Compatible with Ladder Safe Platforms for a complete access and safety system
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a davit arm used for in groundworks?
A: A davit arm provides a stable overhead anchor point for lowering, raising, or securing personnel during confined space access and rescue. The arm holds the weight of a rescue winch and ensures safe, controlled movement of operatives entering manholes and deep excavations.
Q: Is the Altrad Generation davit arm suitable for use over manholes?
A: Yes. The davit arm is specifically designed for use above manholes, trench boxes, and sheeted excavations. The davit clamp mounts securely onto trench sheet panels or manhole box sides, positioning the arm directly above the confined space entry point.
Q: Is the davit arm portable?
A: Yes. The four-section system weighs 57.4kg in total and stores compactly. One operative assembles and positions the arm on site without specialist lifting equipment.
Q: Does the davit arm come with a winch?
A: No. The davit arm works with a compatible manual rescue winch, ordered separately. Contact your nearest Altrad Generation branch to discuss winch compatibility and availability.
Q: Is the davit arm available for hire?
A: Yes. Altrad Generation's Davit Arm is available for hire and sale across the UK and Ireland. Contact your nearest branch for availability and pricing.
Get in Touch with Us
Contact your nearest Altrad Generation branch for expert advice on davit arm hire and sale for manhole and confined space access. Speak to your local team today.
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