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LOW ANGLE RESCUE [1 record]

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Record 1 2021-07-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Ropemaking
OBS

Low angle rescue ... refers to operations on slopes up to about 35 degrees. In these situations the majority of the rescuers weight is supported by the ground, and the rope is [used] primarily for balance, and to assist in taking up some of the patient's weight. In the low angle setting the patient is usually in a stretcher being carried by a number of rescuers who are also attached to the system.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Corderie

Spanish

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