S-Cape personal onshore emergency descent device
Discover more about the S-Cape personal onshore emergency descent device, designed to help workers evacuate safely from height in an emergency.
Onshore evacuation
Arco Professional Safety Services Ltd has developed the S-Cape Evacuation System to provide a safe, effective means of escape from a raised cab of mechanical handling equipment such as a VNA trucks, cranes in an emergency situation.
Built for high-risk environments, the S-Cape is designed to support rapid evacuation and reduce risk during critical incidents — giving workers confidence when it matters most.
Watch our short video below to see how easily our onshore S-Cape evacuation system can be used in an emergency.
The ONSHORE S-Cape™ Evacuation System
The ONSHORE S-Cape Evacuation System is an emergency evacuation kit based on the abseiling principle using individually CE marked, proven components and assembled to suit the evacuation requirements of man riding forklift trucks and cranes, etc.
Our S-Cape kits are tried and tested in industry and used by operatives as a last resort when they need to safely evacuate their equipment, when it’s stuck or immobilised at height and their life is at risk. This new and improved kit is hermetically sealed, offering up to 9 years of operational life with no periodic service costs as an annual inspection can easily be done by a competent person on site.
Available in 15m length as standard or 20m if required.
For further information on this product or to arrange a site demonstration Please call us on 0330 390 0822 or email info@arcoservices.co.uk.
Onshore and offshore training courses
We also provide training for Onshore and Offshore S-Cape™ Emergency Evacuation Systems.
Find out more about our training courses below:
Tower Crane Rescue Training
Rescue colleagues and tower crane operators safely from elevated structures when high-risk incidents occur.
Onshore S-Cape User Training
Evacuate safely from the raised cab of mechanical handling equipment using the S-Cape system, including low- and high-level descents and emergency procedures.
Rescue from Height Training
This course gives experienced climbers the practical skills to rescue a co-worker from height using a range of rescue kits.
CITA Offshore S-Cape Instructor Training
Instruct and assess others in the safe use of offshore S-Cape evacuation equipment.
S-Cape consultancy
At Arco, we understand that effective evacuation starts with a robust approach. That’s why we offer dedicated working at height consultancy services to help organisations assess risk, ensure compliance, and implement tailored fall protection and evacuation solutions. Our experienced consultants can help integrate the S-Cape system into your broader height safety plan, ensuring your workforce is equipped, trained and prepared for emergencies — before they happen.
Whether you’re reviewing your risk assessments or planning complex operations at height, we can advise on the right combination of equipment, procedures and training to keep people safe.
Why choose S-Cape?
Meets the requirements of the HSE Operational Circular OC 282/31, specifically regarding rope evacuation from mechanical handling equipment.
Helps your business comply with the Work at Height Regulations 2005, ensuring that your emergency planning meets current health and safety standards.
Suitable for a wide range of industries and applications, from logistics and warehousing to oil and gas platforms.
Easy to deploy, with intuitive operation under pressure — because in an emergency, simplicity saves lives.
Offering up to 9 years of operational life with no periodic service costs.
Prepare for the unexpected
When the unthinkable happens, the right equipment makes all the difference. S-Cape is more than a product — it’s a vital part of your safety strategy.
Contact us today to discuss how S-Cape can be integrated into your emergency response plans.
Please call us on 0330 390 0822 or email info@arcoservices.co.uk.
Looking for offshore rescue equipment?
Head over to our S-Cape personal offshore emergency descent device page for further information.