Apparatus for attaching restraining means to a line

Abstract

This invention relates to an apparatus (1) for attaching restraining means (10, 11) to a line (3) and more specifically, but not exclusively, to an apparatus (1) for attaching a safety net to a powerline. Replacement of transmission lines (3) is a laborious process and can be very dangerous, especially when overhead lines (3), or earth wires located above live lines (3), must be replaced. There is a real risk that if the overhead line (3) fails it may fall onto the live lines (3) below and cause damage to expensive infrastructure and injury or death. The invention provides an apparatus (1) for attaching restraining means (10, 11) to a line (3) comprising two or more members movable relative to each other between an open position wherein a line (3) is engageable by the apparatus (1) and a closed position wherein a line (3) is engaged by the members. At least one of the members including restraint attachment means for attaching a restraint (10, 11) to the apparatus (1).

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