Rope Hazard Area
The rope hazard area is anywhere within the length of the rope. A rope connection that fails under tension can strike people within the length of the rope in any direction from the winch or attachment point. The rope hazard area depends on the length of the rope and rigging items under tension and the location of the failure. Make sure to stay outside the range of the rope in case it fails under tension. If a rope fails, anyone within the rope hazard area is in danger. Polaris recommends always using a damper when winching.
