There are personal escape "kits" used by firefighters, which generally consists of webbing, 50+' of escape rope and one or more carabineers. However, these do require the ability to tie a harness, training and practice. Here are some web sites to check out: Pete

http://www.anclotefire.com/ropesstraps.htm

http://www.emc4rescue.com/rescue/rope_rescue/ropes/cmc_rescue_firefighter_escape_line_kit.htm

http://www.easycarts.net/ecarts/EquipmentManagementco/Escape_Line_Kits.html

http://www.vnzrescue.com/Kevlar%20EscapeovSearch%20Kit%20%232.html

http://www.allhandsfire.com/rit.html