Malta Dynamics R0006 Groundhog 7 ft confined space rescue tripod with telescoping aluminum legs and rubber safety feet
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Malta Dynamics 7 ft Confined Space Rescue Tripod (R0006)

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Malta Dynamics Confined Space

7 ft Groundhog Confined Space Rescue Tripod (R0006)

The Malta Dynamics Groundhog is a 7 foot aluminum confined space rescue tripod that sets up fast over a manhole, vault, tank, or vertical entry. Telescoping aluminum legs with detent-pin height adjustment lock in at the working height, and rubber safety shoes keep the feet planted on flat or slippery surfaces during entry and retrieval.

The tripod is the support structure for a complete confined space system. Equip the head with a 3-way rescue self-retracting lifeline, a personnel winch, or a mechanical device bracket to raise, lower, and retrieve a worker or material. Used with a personal fall arrest system, it gives a crew safe access, fall protection, and emergency rescue at one confined space opening.

Malta Dynamics Groundhog 7 ft confined space rescue tripod features: telescoping aluminum legs, detent-pin height adjustment, rubber safety shoes, and a head rated for an SRL or winch
7 ftWorking Height
AluminumTelescoping Legs
130-310 lbsWorker Capacity
3SRL, Winch, Bracket
Detent PinHeight Adjustment
RubberAnti-Slip Feet
1910.146OSHA Confined Space
Tool-FreeSetup

Who Needs This Product

The Groundhog tripod is the overhead anchorage and access structure for confined space entry and rescue - manholes, sewers, storage tanks, vaults, lift stations, and other vertical openings. It does not protect a worker by itself; it carries the rescue self-retracting lifeline or winch that raises and lowers the worker, and each entrant still needs a full body harness and the connecting devices the rescue plan calls for. Pair it with the Malta Dynamics winch for material handling and personnel retrieval at the same opening.

Features

7 ft aluminum frame

Lightweight aluminum legs keep the tripod portable while spanning a standard confined space opening at a 7 foot working height.

Telescoping detent-pin legs

Each leg telescopes and locks with a detent pin, so the crew can level and set the height by hand without tools.

Anti-slip rubber feet

Rubber safety shoes on every foot hold the tripod steady on flat and slippery surfaces during vertical entry.

SRL or winch ready

The head accepts a 3-way rescue SRL, a personnel winch, or a mechanical device bracket to complete the retrieval system.

Personnel or material

Rated to raise and lower a worker in the 130 to 310 lb range or to handle material at the same opening.

Fast field assembly

Quick, tool-free assembly gets the rescue structure standing over an opening in minutes when a permit-required entry begins.

Technical Specifications

SKU R0006
Product Groundhog 7 ft confined space rescue tripod
Working height 7 ft
Leg material Telescoping aluminum with detent-pin height adjustment
Feet Rubber anti-slip safety shoes
Worker capacity 130 to 310 lb per worker, including tools and equipment
Head attachments 3-way rescue SRL, personnel winch, or mechanical device bracket (sold separately)
Use Confined space access, fall protection, and emergency rescue; personnel and material handling
Assembly Tool-free field assembly
Shipping weight 78 lb
UPC 818011022986
Compliance Supports OSHA 1910.146 permit-required confined space entry and ANSI Z117.1 rescue practice
Warranty 1 year limited (Malta Dynamics) against factory defects in workmanship and materials
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Confined space entry is permit-required work. A confined space rescue plan, trained attendant, and atmospheric testing are required before entry under OSHA 1910.146. The tripod is the support structure only - rig it with a rated rescue SRL or winch, verify the head attachment and leg locks before each use, and never exceed the rated worker capacity.

Compliance Standards

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146

Permit-required confined spaces, including the requirement for retrieval and rescue equipment at the opening.

OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart AA

Confined spaces in construction, covering entry, rescue, and retrieval system requirements.

ANSI Z117.1

Safety requirements for entering, exiting, and working in confined spaces, including rescue practice.

ANSI Z359 Fall Protection Code

The rescue SRL and harness rigged to the tripod complete an ANSI-rated personal fall arrest and retrieval system.

Typical Applications

Manholes and sewersOverhead anchorage for entry and retrieval at municipal openings.
Storage tanksVertical entry and rescue over tank and vessel hatches.
Utility vaultsAccess and rescue at electrical, water, and telecom vaults.
Lift stationsPersonnel raising and lowering at wastewater lift stations.
Pits and sumpsRetrieval structure over pits, sumps, and below-grade openings.
Material handlingLowering and raising tools and material into the space.
Industrial cleaningTank and silo cleaning crews needing emergency egress.
Standby rescuePre-staged rescue setup for permit-required confined space work.

Setup Overview

Set up per the Malta Dynamics user instructions. The sequence below is an overview only.

  1. Inspect. Check legs, detent pins, head, and feet for damage before each use.
  2. Position. Stand the tripod centered over the opening on stable footing, with the rubber feet flat.
  3. Set height. Telescope each leg to the working height and confirm every detent pin is fully engaged.
  4. Rig the head. Mount the 3-way rescue SRL, winch, or mechanical device bracket and route the line over the head pulley.
  5. Connect. Attach the worker's full-body harness and connecting device per the confined-space rescue plan.
  6. Verify. Confirm leg locks, head attachment, and capacity before the entrant descends.

Inspection and Retirement

Inspect before each use, with a documented competent-person inspection on the schedule in the manual. Remove the tripod from service for any of the conditions below.

  • Legs: bending, cracks, dents, or corrosion that affects strength.
  • Detent pins: missing, bent, or failing to fully engage and lock.
  • Head: cracks, deformation, or a worn or seized pulley.
  • Feet: missing, split, or worn rubber safety shoes.
  • Labels: must remain legible and intact.

Retirement triggers: any rescue or fall-arrest loading event, any structural deformation, or any condition that prevents a leg or the head attachment from locking securely - remove the tripod from service.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Malta Dynamics R0006 tripod used for?
The R0006 Groundhog is a 7-foot confined space rescue tripod. It stands over a manhole, tank, vault, or other vertical opening and serves as the overhead anchorage for a rescue self-retracting lifeline, a personnel winch, or a mechanical device bracket, providing a crew with safe access, fall protection, and emergency rescue for confined-space entry.
How tall is the tripod and how does it adjust?
The tripod reaches a 7-foot working height. Each aluminum leg telescopes and locks with a detent pin, so the crew levels the tripod and sets the height by hand without tools, then confirms every pin is fully engaged before use.
What can I mount on the tripod head?
The head accepts a 3-way rescue self-retracting lifeline, the Malta Dynamics personnel winch, or a mechanical device bracket. The winch cable feeds through the head and rides on the built-in pulley wheel, allowing a worker to be raised or lowered and locked in place. These attachments are sold separately.
Can the tripod handle both personnel and material?
Yes. The tripod is rated to raise and lower a worker in the 130 to 310 lb range and to handle material at the same opening, depending on the SRL or winch rigged to the head. Always stay within the rated capacity of the tripod and the attached device.
Does the tripod keep its footing on slippery surfaces?
Each leg ends in a rubber safety shoe that grips flat and slippery surfaces during vertical entry. Always set the tripod on stable footing with all three feet flat, and verify leg locks before anyone enters the space.
Which standards govern confined space rescue with a tripod?
Confined space entry is governed by OSHA 1910.146 for general industry and 1926 Subpart AA for construction, with rescue practice covered by ANSI Z117.1. Both require retrieval and rescue equipment at the opening for permit-required spaces, which the tripod fills when rigged with a rescue SRL or winch.
What else do I need for a complete confined space system?
The tripod is only the support structure. You also need a rescue self-retracting lifeline or the Malta Dynamics winch, a full body harness for each entrant, the connecting devices your rescue plan calls for, atmospheric testing, and a trained attendant. Use the Fall Protection Calculator below to plan clearance and the connecting system.

Malta Dynamics R0006 Confined Space Rescue Tripod Submittals and Documentation

Tripod User Manual (PDF)Assembly, height adjustment, setup, inspection, and safe-use instructions. Tripod Spec Sheet (PDF)Dimensions, capacity, materials, weight, and compliance summary. Winch Spec Sheet (PDF)115 ft material/handling winch specifications for the tripod retrieval system. 3-Way Recovery SRL Bracket (PDF)Bracket specifications for mounting a 3-way recovery SRL to the tripod head.

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Specifying a Confined Space System for Your Crew?

Need help building a complete confined space rescue setup? Confirm your opening, retrieval method, and entrant count with us and we will walk through the full tripod, winch, SRL, and harness list so the right equipment ships together.

Call 863-703-4522 to talk to a fall protection specialist.

Equipment offered by Malta Dynamics is warranted against factory defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one (1) year from date of installation or first use by the original owner. Upon written notice, Malta Dynamics will repair or replace defective items at its sole discretion. This warranty does not cover damage from wear, abuse, transit, or failure to maintain the product, and applies only to the original purchaser.
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About Malta Dynamics

Established by Damian Lang, Malta Dynamics provides cutting-edge fall protection solutions for diverse industries. Initially a laborer mixing and carrying mortar to bricklayers on masonry job sites, Damian started his own masonry company in Ohio in 1984. As it grew, he needed better solutions to protect his workers. Safety training and equipping his team with the best equipment became a top priority in the company's early years. Eventually, Malta Dynamics was born from this focus on safety. With over three decades of hands-on experience in construction, aviation, manufacturing, warehousing, masonry, and more, Malta Dynamics designs, engineers, and manufactures an extensive line of fall protection and safety equipment tailored to meet the unique demands of each field. Malta Dynamics products meet OSHA requirements and incorporate innovative features attributed to industry feedback. With a steadfast commitment to safety and a wealth of hands-on expertise, Malta Dynamics delivers fall protection solutions engineered to safeguard workers in even the most demanding environments.

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