rope

For info the frayed section of rope on the lower level traverse (the one around the water) within Bwlch y Plwm has been re-positioned so the frayed section has been taken out. This has been done with the spare rope left at the start of the traverse so any further damage will require a new piece of rope putting in. We can look to build that into next years plans as that whole section is getting on a bit.

In addition a 10m length of rope (details below) has been put in place replacing the first section of the Vertical Leader traverse across the top of the stope (see photo). This is for staff only who should be rigging their own ropes for group members to comply will the applicable regs. Note the ropes dated March 2025 (not Dec 2025 when it was placed).

I’ve tried to rig the new ropes/ sections close to anchors to reduce the need to move clips and where possible added some rope protectors but as ever instructors need to be vigilant.

Rope details here:

The rope is an DMM Worksafe 11mm.

Manufactured: September 2024

Serial Number: 24/09-008159

The rope reported as being damaged around the traverse pool on the adit level to Rhiwbach (technically floor 2) has been replaced. The new rope is labeled as being installed in March 2025, this being the purchase date.

The rope was originally cut into 2 lengths, one 10m, the other 32m. The longer length has been used to traverse the pool with the shorter length at the relatively recently bolted lead in section where the two ropes are attached as close to an anchor as possible (see photos).

Being recently installed the knots may need adjusting and so users should use the traverse with care until the rope and knots have settled. There’s at meter or two of spare rope at the far end of the traverse so should a section be damaged again it could be isolated rather than an additional rope rigged over it. Please do let us know if it gets damaged again via the email group.

The rope is an DMM Worksafe 11mm.

Manufactured: September 2024

Serial Number: 24/09-008159