Abstract: A line-management device for use in applications involving hoisting a load, the device having two or more parts, each part being releasably securable to at least one other part and comprising a body portion (1) and engaging means (6) and (7) for securably engaging with at least one other part and being shaped such that, in combination with the other part, a cavity is defined for receiving a load-bearing line, the device comprising attachment means (10) for attachment of a secondary line to be managed and, in use, the device being moveable longitudinally about the load-bearing line.