Safety training
GWO Advanced Rescue Training Standard / V4 2023-05-02
39) Show interest in the pre-use inspection of a random pulley system and rescue device (Ability, basic level)
40) Act independently to correctly use lowering and raising pulley systems (Ability, intermediate level)
ELEMENT 6.1 - LOWERING/RAISING RESCUE SYSTEM
Learning objective:
41) The participants can apply rescue methods and techniques in performing descending and ascending rescue operations, from a WTG hub, spinner and inside a blade. This to be using a rescue stretcher and transfer board, manually operated lowering/raising rescue system for limited distance rescue (rescue device, pulley system or similar), and other rescue equipment relevant to the participants (Skills, intermediate level)
The instructor shall:
Explain that the pre-use inspection of rescue equipment may be omitted only if it is permitted by the manufacturer’s user manual and the manufacturer criteria, or the participants’ own organisation Demonstrate how to perform a pre-use inspection of the pulley system and rescue device (and their accessories) required / chosen to instruct in this module covering the characteristics and principles of the following:
a.
markings and labels
b.
equipment is within the period of formal inspections
c. the rope has no damage, and the end terminations are in good condition
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
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