Controlled descent device with integral hoisting facility and automatic speed regulator. The controlled descent device ABS 3a WH with rescue hoisting facility utilizes an integrated lifting facility with switchable reverse lock and is therefore,the ideal device for the third party rescue of persons suspended in their personal fall protection Equipment following an Arrested fall. During the descent process,the centrifugal brake keeps the device at a constant speed during the entire descent. With the help of the new deviation point on the device,the descent speed can be regulated. The switched-on reverse lock acts as a ratchet System to ensure that during a rescue,the Casually will only travel in an upward direction,therefore there is no danger of the casualty falling. The ABS 3a WH is the ideal device for self-rescue / multiple evacuations or for training measures.