Abstract: A device and a method for repositioning loads carried on slip sheets in restricted space locations. The device comprises a pair of elongated gripping members, a plurality of vice devices operatively engaged with the gripping members to move the gripping members between open and locked positions, and system for pulling the gripping members transversely to their elongated axis. According to the method, a slip sheet is positioned and clamped between the gripping members and is then pulled. Preferably, a pulley for changing the direction of an applied pulling force will be employed.