2025-05-02_ART_V5

Safety training

GWO Advanced Rescue Training Standard / V5 02052025

d. the rope runs freely through the system / device in both directions

e. checking integrity and the absence of damage, corrosion, saltwater / chemical / lubricant / dirt exposure or contamination

f. checking for the absence of significant wear of the system / device

g.

rope securing mechanism works correctly

h.

the product operating temperature range

i. checking webbing, rope, connectors, and other hardware accessories following the same principles

j. observe manufacturer’s user manual for specific or additional requirements

Explain the proper utilisation of a specific lowering/raising rescue system

Demonstrate how to attach and rig the system and how to secure the rope

Explain the requirements, applications, and limitations of the system, including the utilisation of an injured person’s personal fall protection equipment without compromising additional fall protection, e.g. when the lowering/raising rescue system is not approved for person lifting

Explain the system's maximum raising distance possible

Explain the principles of lifting angle, angle factor, deviation, and edge protection

The above to be based on the manufacturer's user manual

Note

Demonstrate how to use the rescue device to prepare and rig a tensioned line (zip line) in both a single line and double line configuration in a nacelle (in accordance with manufacturer’s user manual) and transport for horizontal transportation Show examples of (and explain ways to) combining rescue equipment and PPE lanyards to achieve an efficient rigging setup with the equipment available, and a minimum of re-rigging during the rescue operation Stress the generic approach to teaching the use of rescue equipment in this lesson focusing on the similarities and differences in design, functionality and operation between different products and associated accessories

Explain the potential task placed upon the participants (on course completion) requiring them to familiarise themselves with other rescue equipment products in their own organisations

Provide constructive feedback on the participants’ efforts during the practice

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