Escape line

{
  "id": "MLC-T-OAG-001327",
  "term": "Escape line",
  "field": "Oil and gas",
  "definition": "A cable or rope running from the derrick's monkey board or crown platform to an anchor point on the ground, providing a rapid means of egress for personnel working at height. In an emergency, a crew member can use a handle attached to a pulley or a simple friction device to slide down the line to safety. The most common type is the Geronimo line, which is a specific brand of this safety device.",
  "subject": "Drilling",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/escape-line/"
}