Rescue & Troubleshooting Basics

• Solving rope tangles during abseiling
• Abseiling without a belay device, ATC, etc.
• Missed abseil station (self-rescue or similar)
• Rope extension (blocking knots, prusik knots, etc.)
• Overcoming difficult climbing sections using technical tools (foot slings and other aids)
• The second climber can’t continue; support from above (pulley system or lowering via belay device)
• First aid, improvised transport

Requirements:

• Good physical fitness
• Leading climbs up to grade 5c
• Knowledge of essential knots
• Experience with multi-pitch climbing

**********

Duration: 1 day

**********

• Meet at the mountain guide office around 08:30
• Welcome and equipment check
• Course goal discussion
• Approach to the climbing spot
• Analyze classic problems
• Try out solutions
• Address any remaining questions

Equipment:

• Climbing harness
• Helmet (climbing or cycling helmet)
• Climbing shoes
• 6 locking carabiners
• 120cm sling
• Suitable clothing
• Sneakers or hiking shoes
• Half-fare or GA travelcard
• Sunglasses & sunscreen
• Lunch for the day
• 50m rope (if available)
• 6 quickdraws (if available)
• Belay device (if available)
• Micro Traxion
• ATC
• Prusik cord
• 4m of accessory cord
• Additional climbing gadgets from your own collection

Missing equipment can be rented from us.