Rescue Assessment: Pluck Off - High Ropes

Rescue being conducted

Set up Rescue Bag independently

Checked Rescue Bag Set Up

Discussion on alternative rescue methods:<br><br>Determine Appropriate Rescue Method:<br>Self - Rescue<br>Direct Assistance - Instructor stays on ground<br>Direct Assistance - Instructor is on highropes element

Other participants are stopped and given instructions

Speak clearly and slowly to the participants (belayers & rescuee)<br>Encourage and reassure the rescuee - keep talking to them

Attaches rescue system (Alloy caribiner attached to Steel Rig caribiner) to own harness belay loop

ABCDE checks conducted before left ground

Climbs efficiently using safe attachment points

Attaches rescue system to critical line. Double check all carabiners, knots and rescue equipment attachments, rescue rope tightened, and rope bag dropped safely, Audible ABCDE checks conducted on rescue setup.

Rope safety person on tail of rope on ground, clear directions given

Remove instructor safety tails. Instructor traverses along cable to ideal position from which to lower the rescuee

Instructor lowers to optimum position to attach and load participant.

Position and angle of belayers relevant to the load point for the lowering of rescuee

Participant attached to system using tri-lock caribiner on jag system, audible ABCDE checks are conducted

If required, safe use of cut away equipment (eg. knife or scissors). N/A if not required.

Participant hauled up using jag system. Directions given to belayers on ground about releasing rope through belay device

Use of lifting principles to elevate rescuee with assistance from conductor and belayers, if required

Uses rope safety person on tail end of rope on ground, gives them clear instructions

Lowers in a safe and controlled manner while managing patient

If required, have someone assist or support the participant when they are near the ground

Result