Ropes II – Advanced Rope Rescue for Tactical Teams
Course Overview:
Ropes II is an intensive 45-hour course designed to enhance the technical proficiency of tactical teams operating in complex rescue environments. Over four full days and one half-day, participants will gain advanced rope rescue skills and refine their techniques for high-risk operations. This course is ideal for military, law enforcement, and specialized rescue teams looking to elevate their expertise in challenging scenarios.
Skills Covered:
✔ Advanced Anchor Rigging – Complex anchoring techniques for varied environments
✔ Complex Lowering & Hauling Systems – Efficient multi-point rigging solutions
✔ High-Level Patient Packaging Techniques – Securing patients in high-angle rescues
✔ Single Rope vs. Twin Rope Systems – Understanding system advantages and applications
✔ Single Person vs. Rescue Loads – Adapting techniques based on load requirements
✔ Litter Attendant Procedures – Effective patient transport in dynamic conditions
✔ Patient Pickoffs – Rescuing stranded individuals using rope systems
✔ Rappelling & Ascending – Advanced maneuvering on rope systems
✔ Passing Knots through Systems & on Rappel – Managing obstacles in the system
✔ One-Man Rope Systems – Techniques for single-operator rescues
✔ Effective Application of Techniques in Various Environments – Adapting to real-world challenges
✔ Rope Rescue Team Leadership Development – Building team coordination and leadership skills
This hands-on, scenario-based course prepares participants to lead and execute highly technical rope rescues in demanding tactical environments.