Description

By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

• Understand the legislative requirements governing working at height rescue activities.
• Recognize the importance of assigning roles and responsibilities during rescue operations.
• Identify various rescue scenarios and the necessary planning requirements.
• Gain knowledge of different rescue equipment and the correct pre- and post-use inspection procedures as per manufacturer recommendations.
• Follow the correct procedures when approaching both conscious and unconscious casualties suspended at height.
• Administer first aid to casualties suspended at height, including managing orthostatic intolerance.
• Safely connect various types of rescue equipment.
• Install rescue systems correctly and identify suitable attachment points while minimizing contact with abrasive surfaces.
• Deploy and use descent rescue systems safely.
• Deploy and use haulage rescue systems safely.
• Safely deploy and use cable ways.
• Conduct rescues at height using various stretchers and strops.
• Identify potential hazards during rescue activities and implement methods to mitigate these risks.