Abstract: In a rappelling device (10) for braking a load guided on a cable which can be fixed to the rappelling device (10), the cable (14) is friction-guided over a distance (22) and the cable (14) which runs through the rappelling device (10) is guided over a brakable shaft (24). The cable (14) is pressed onto the brakable shaft (24) by means of a pre-definable pressing force (29). The braking elements for the brakable shaft (24) can be kept small in weight and design because an additional braking of the cable (14) takes place over the friction-guided distance in the rappelling device (10).

Abstract: A carry and deploy bag includes a holster for accommodating a controlled descent device and anchor, a lumbar pouch for accommodating a rope securable to the controlled descent device and the anchor, and a connecting gooseneck that extends between the holster and the lumbar pouch. The connecting gooseneck protects the rope as it runs through the connecting gooseneck from the lumbar pouch to the holster.

Abstract: A firefighter harness can be worn as a belt. If a situation arises that leg loops are desired, the firefighter harness includes a front pouch that can be ripped open to release the leg loops. The leg loops may each be fastened around the appropriate leg and clipped together via standard quick- connect buckles.