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ges or (figure 9a). Ergonomically easier pulling from above
may be attained by employing another re-directional
oaded pulley on the free end of the rope. As with lowering,
higher loads may be controlled by employing the becket
and consequently attaining a 6:1 mechanical advantage
(figure 9b).
er may
Figure 10: RESCUE
Lowering from an anchor: follow instructions on figure
8a and 8b.
th one Double person load on working line (Figure 10a): The
r hand rescuer fastens the descender to his harness and
). This connects the victim by means of an additional connecting
scent. element.
Simultaneous descent of the rescuer and the victim on
atically separate lines (Figure 10c): This technique is only safe
e high with a double stop descender (SIRIUS) on victim. The
rescuer gradually pulls the victim's handle by means of
a tether as he/she descends so that the victim's descent
is initiated and kept constant. Be mutually secured. For
orking
a smooth descent, higher tension of the victim's free
While
rope is recommended.
of the
WARNINGS: Rescue and evacuation maneuvers may
mically
only be practiced by persons specifically trained and
ver the
competent for the purpose. Use a redirecting carabiner
y in it
when factors that could jeopardize the ability to control
clamp
the descent are present (e.g., extremely high loads,
slippery ropes, user inexperience) (Fig.10b). To avoid
loss of control and rope damage (heat), lower descent
speeds during rescue or high-load operations. For all
sted to
rescue maneuvers the use of gloves is recommended.
ng the
(figure
Figure 11: PARALLEL DESCENDERS DESCENT
olding
Parallel descenders technique may be adopted in cases
ull the
were risk assessment discloses more established
methods as unsafe. Both single person (11a) and
double person (11b) loads are applicable. With light
lation.
loads consider that force on each descender is halved.
anchor
Figure 12: BELAYING
anchor
peded. All three versions with single dynamic ropes (EN 892)
within the specified diameter range are suitable for lead
E
climbing. Always hold the free end of the rope! Pay the
ogress
rope out by making a bight in the free end and pressing
ystem
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