The Conquip Stretcher Cage is a crane-lifted rescue frame for safely transporting an injured worker on a foldable stretcher, with one attendant, from a building structure, tunnel or excavation. It is a mandatory legal requirement on sites with regular crane lifting operations and must always be available for rapid casualty extraction. The 'up-and-over' door gives maximum internal space and unobstructed access during a casualty load, and a raised frame base prevents crushing risk when the cage is landed.
Key Features
- Designed to fit a Conquip Foldable Stretcher with an injured person plus one attendant
- Up-and-over door provides maximum internal space and clear access during casualty loading
- Raised frame base prevents crushing risk when the cage is landed on uneven ground
- Half-height solid steel sides offer maximum protection for the casualty while preserving operator and attendant visibility
- Designated internal harness attachment point per occupant for the attendant during transit
- SHS Emergency Descent Point (EDP) for evacuation in case of crane or chain failure
- Recessed handrails reduce snag risk while providing stability
- Optional stretcher mounting brackets allow the foldable stretcher to be stored on the side of the cage and off the ground
- Supplied with chain slings — ready to deploy in an emergency
Technical Specifications
| Product Code |
CA121AC-00240 |
| Length |
2560mm |
| Width |
1025mm |
| Height |
4160mm |
| Weight |
470kg |
| Working Load Limit |
240kg |
| Capacity |
2 persons (injured occupant on stretcher + 1 attendant) |
| Door |
Up-and-over for unobstructed casualty loading |
| Frame Base |
Raised to prevent crushing risk on landing |
| Sides |
Half-height solid steel |
| Harness Points |
Internal, designated per occupant |
| Emergency Descent |
SHS Emergency Descent Point (EDP) |
| Handrails |
Internal recessed |
| Standards |
BS EN 14502-1:2010, BS 8681-2024 |
| Regulations |
LOLER 1998, PUWER 1998 |
BS EN 14502-1:2010 | BS 8681-2024 | LOLER 1998 | PUWER 1998 Compliant
CE-marked. Supplied with chain slings. Manufactured in the UK.
More About This Product
The Conquip Stretcher Cage is a crane-lifted rescue frame designed to safely transport an injured worker on a foldable stretcher, accompanied by one attendant, from a building structure, tunnel, or excavation. It is a safer alternative to lifting a stretcher up or down temporary stairways and removes the need for multiple operatives to manually carry an injured colleague through restricted site routes. A Stretcher Cage is a mandatory legal requirement on sites where regular crane lifting operations take place — it must always be available on-site to enable rapid casualty extraction. The cage is designed to fit the Conquip Foldable Stretcher with an injured person plus one attendant, and the 'up-and-over' door provides maximum internal space and unobstructed access during a casualty load. A raised frame base prevents crushing risk when the cage is landed.
Suitable Applications
The Stretcher Cage is a mandatory part of the rescue plan on any construction site where regular crane lifting operations are carried out. It is widely deployed on tunnel projects, deep excavation sites, basement and below-ground works, infrastructure projects, and major civils sites where a foldable stretcher cannot be safely carried up or down temporary access routes. It pairs directly with the Conquip Foldable Stretcher for a complete rescue solution.
How to Use
- Verify the cage is sited and accessible to all areas where lifting operations are carried out — confirm in the site rescue plan
- Carry out pre-use checks: door mechanism, internal space clear of obstacles, stretcher condition and accessibility, harness points, and lifting points
- In an emergency, position the cage adjacent to the casualty and open the up-and-over door fully
- Transfer the casualty onto the foldable stretcher and load the stretcher into the cage
- The attendant enters the cage and connects to the designated internal harness point
- Close the up-and-over door fully before any lift commences
- The crane operator takes the strain slowly and verifies the cage is balanced before lifting to the rescue point
- The cage is lowered gently at the destination; the casualty is transferred to medical care without leaving the stretcher where possible
Warning:
The attendant must wear a fall arrest harness connected to the designated internal harness point. WLL of 240kg must not be exceeded — casualty weight, attendant weight, stretcher, and any equipment all count toward the total. Pre-use inspection required before every deployment, and a thorough examination every six months under LOLER 1998.
Safety Information
- Working Load Limit of 240kg must not be exceeded under any circumstance
- Cage must be available on every site where regular crane lifting operations are carried out — this is a legal requirement
- Pre-use inspection required before every deployment; thorough examination every six months under LOLER 1998
- The attendant must wear an approved fall arrest harness connected to the designated internal harness point
- Up-and-over door must be fully closed before any lift commences
- Lifting must be carried out by a competent crane operator with a trained banksman or signaller
- Cages with damaged frames, compromised door mechanisms, or worn harness points must be removed from service immediately
- Use only the supplied chain slings; verify chain condition as part of pre-use checks
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I know if my site needs a Stretcher Cage?
A Stretcher Cage is a mandatory requirement for any site carrying out regular crane lifting operations. It must always be on-site for an emergency to rescue an injured person and forms part of the site rescue plan under construction health and safety regulations.
Q: How do I move an injured site worker into and out of the cage?
The cage features an up-and-over door for clear access, plus designated harness points and internal handrails to keep the attendant secure during transit. The casualty is loaded on the foldable stretcher through the open door, and the up-and-over design means there is no obstruction during the load or unload.
Q: How do I check the cage is still fit for purpose if I rarely use it?
Pre-use checks should verify the door mechanism is operational, the internal space is clear of obstacles, the stretcher is in good working order and is accessible (Conquip can fit stretcher mounting brackets to ensure this), and that the harness attachment points and lifting points are in good condition. Consult the Conquip user guide for the full pre-use checklist. Routine periodic inspection is also required under LOLER 1998.
Q: What is the difference between this and a Rescue Cage?
The Stretcher Cage is designed to fit a foldable stretcher with an injured person and an attendant — it suits casualty extraction from confined spaces, excavations, or building structures. The Rescue Cage uses an inverted T-shape design specifically for retrieving personnel suspended from a leading edge by harness, with a four-occupant capacity. Many large sites carry both as part of their rescue plan.
Q: Are the stretcher mounting brackets included?
Mounting brackets for storing the foldable stretcher on the side of the cage are an optional extra. Specifying them at point of order ensures the stretcher is always paired with the cage and stored off the ground.
