Methods, systems and apparatuses for retrieving an entity from a confined space

Abstract

Methods, systems, and apparatuses of this invention provide lightweight, economical, safe and adaptable means or retrieving an individual from a confined or an enclosed space, such as a storage vessel, storage tank, cargo transport tank, or any other enclosed container.

1 . An adaptor mechanism for attaching a tripod to a portable liquid storage tank comprised of: 
 a. at least one member adapted to be secured to the storage tank;    b. at least one structure adapted to secure said member to the storage tank; and    c. at least one pocket adapted to secure said tripod to said storage tank.    
     
     
         2 . A system for retrieving an entity from a confined space comprised of: 
 a. an adaptor mechanism for attaching a tripod to a portable liquid storage tank comprised of: 
 i. at least one member adapted to be secured to the storage tank;  
 ii. at least one structure adapted to secure said member to the storage tank; and  
 iii. at least one pocket adapted to secure said tripod to said storage tank;  
   b. a tripod;    c. a mechanical device for lifting a load; and    d. a ladder.    
     
     
         3 . A method for retrieving an entity from a confined space comprised of: 
 a. positioning a ladder beside a storage tank;    b. mounting a storage tank;    c. securing an adaptor mechanism to a storage tank;    d. securing a tripod to the adaptor mechanism;    e. using a mechanical device to lift the entity; and    f. descending the ladder.