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Rope Rescue
Next Class Starts: June 4th, 2024
Class Description:
This class is designed for First Responders and Rescuers who need essential rope rescue skills to deal with emergencies both above and below ground level. These emergencies could include Buildings, Water wells, Embankments, Cliffs and much more. The instruction will include the fundamentals of rope rescue, using up-to-date equipment and techniques with an emphasis on safety.
Lecture topics will include terminology, equipment selection, current standards and essential knots. You will learn personal and team skills through practical application of rope rescue systems, encompassing anchor systems, belay systems, rappelling, lowering systems, litter packaging and mechanical-advantage raising systems. You will analyze systems and solve problems in both low-angle and vertical environments.
Special Requirements:
Participants must have helmets, gloves, safety glasses or goggles and appropriate clothing for working outdoors.
Class Description:
This class is designed for First Responders and Rescuers who need essential rope rescue skills to deal with emergencies both above and below ground level. These emergencies could include Buildings, Water wells, Embankments, Cliffs and much more. The instruction will include the fundamentals of rope rescue, using up-to-date equipment and techniques with an emphasis on safety.
Lecture topics will include terminology, equipment selection, current standards and essential knots. You will learn personal and team skills through practical application of rope rescue systems, encompassing anchor systems, belay systems, rappelling, lowering systems, litter packaging and mechanical-advantage raising systems. You will analyze systems and solve problems in both low-angle and vertical environments.
Special Requirements:
Participants must have helmets, gloves, safety glasses or goggles and appropriate clothing for working outdoors.
