Rescue At Height (Unit 3) - Bolt On

Course Content

By the end of the course delegates will be;
- Aware of the legislative requirements governing working at height rescue activities
- Familiar with the need to allocate roles and responsibilities to those involved during rescue
- Familiar with the variations of rescues that can be developed for operations and the planning requirements
- Have knowledge of a variety of rescue equipment available and the correct pre and post use inspection requirements in accordance with manufacturer recommendations
- Aware of the correct procedures to follow when approaching a conscious and non-conscious casualty suspended at height
- Aware of the correct methods to administer first aid to a casualty who has been suspended at height, including orthostatic intolerance
- Proficient in the safe connection of various types of rescue equipment
- Aware of the correct installation methods of rescue and identification of suitable attachments points, minimising contact with abrasive surfaces
- Proficient in the safe deployment and use of a descent rescue system
- Proficient in the safe deployment and use of a haulage rescue system
- Aware of the safe deployment and use of cable ways
- Proficient to carry out a rescue at height with the use of various stretchers and strops
- Able to identify hazards which may occur during rescue activities and the methods to mitigate the potential risks