TR01 Technical Rescue - Operative
Overview
This course is intended for those persons working in specialist rescue teams, this 5 day course concentrates on all aspects of rescue and evacuation from height. Candidates are taught snatch, strop and stretcher rescues, basic and advanced hauling techniques, use of cableways and Tyroleans. It assumes that candidates will operate entirely under the instruction of a team leader. Note that there is no medical content to this course and candidates will be assumed to have basic climbing and rope access skills. There is an element of assessment in this course.
Prerequisites
Candidates should have previously completed the Rescue Level 2 course and hold a valid certificate. Those attending should be medically fit to carry out the practical part of the course.
Who Should Attend
Those persons working at height who are required to serve in a rescue role as part of a team.
Course Objectives & Content
On completion of the course, all delegates will be informed in:
- General requirements for rescue
- Emergency procedures
- Introduction to rescue equipment
- Equipment inspection and care
- Anchors, stakes and belays
- Snatch rescue / cut rescues
- Cableway / Tyrolean rescues
- Stretcher rigging and handling
- Pulley systems and hauling
- Leading edge systems (tripods, A-frames)
Further Information
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Certification
All successful candidates will receive a certificate valid for three years.