Guidelines for Safe Use of Vehicle Recovery Snatch Straps
Guidelines for Safe Use of Vehicle Recovery Snatch Straps By Alex Stojanovski GENERAL INFORMATION Recovery straps are made from 100% nylon webbing that can stretch under load and recoil back to almost its original length. The combination of the recovery vehicle pull and the tension in the strap creates a 'snatching' effect that can pull a stranded vehicle free from being bogged or unable to move under its own power. Always adhere to safe operating procedures and guidelines. When used in accordance with these guidelines, vehicles may be recovered with minimal risk of injury to people or damage to vehicles and equipment. KEY INFORMATION AND SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS 1. Check the strap and its packaging for the stated Minimum Breaking Strength (MBS). 2. It is recommended that the minimum breaking strength of the strap should be between 2 and 3 times the vehicle's gross vehicle mass (GVM) (the weight of the vehicle and any people, accessories and suppli...