Working at Heights Rescue
Rescue at height: suspension trauma, rescue plan development, descent and raising systems, and recovery of a suspended casualty.
Learning outcomes
- Understand the principles of rescue from height.
- Use specialized rescue kits and equipment for fall victims.
- Perform casualty assessment and management for suspended persons.
- Execute various rescue techniques (e.g., snatch rescue, lowering).
- Manage the risks of suspension trauma (orthostatic intolerance).
- Work effectively as part of a work at height rescue team.
- Communicate effectively with the casualty and the rescue team.
- Understand the importance of a quick response in fall situations.
- Participate in realistic rescue simulations from height.
- Maintain rescue equipment and ensure its availability.
Who should attend
Entrants, attendants, rescue team members, scaffolders and their supervisors
On completion
Global SPS certificate of training issued to each successful participant, with records retained for client and regulatory audit.
Where we deliver this course
We deliver the Working at Heights Rescue course at our training centre in Abidjan or directly on your site anywhere in Côte d'Ivoire and West Africa, in English or French, for groups of 6 to 12 participants. Courses follow international standards and are scheduled around your operation.
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