Examples include pick-offs, traveling drake lowers, fixed brake lowers and mechanical advantage hauling systems. This workshop includes extensive use of hands-on simulation exercises. The potential for trench collapse occurs anywhere there is an opening in the ground. Coordinating with others and maintaining personal safety are critical issues. This course offers a progressive approach, from scene stabilization through patient removal.
Ropes are essential to most rescue work.
Transferring patients from elevations of less than 24 feet is common. This section illustrates the proper use of rope, webbing, ladders and mechanical advantage systems. It augments and exceeds OSHA standards. The course is designed to provide basic knowledge concerning the general responsibilities, skills, abilities, and equipment needed by individuals participating in a wilderness rescue mission. This very active, hands-on course provides a common starting point in training for the new person in search and rescue, and in many cases, is an excellent refresher course.