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Introduction to Rigging Basics

$0.00 – $50.00

Introduction to Rigging Basics (formerly “Ropes 1”)

If you are new to rigging and are interested in learning more and getting involved, or if you are looking for a refresher of your very basic rigging knowledge and skills, this may be the course for you!

When? TBD
What? We will be covering a number of subjects, mostly in a classroom setting but also with much opportunity for hands-on. (See course syllabus below.)
Where? Eastside Fire and Rescue Headquarters, Issaquah, WA

Please join us for a casual, fun day to increase your rescue rigging awareness!

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Course syllabus

  • WASART – a brief introduction
  • Rigging terminology
  • Introduction to rigging gear/equipment
  • Common knots used in rope rescue rigging
    •  We will be tying all of these during the class
  • Different personnel positions used in rescue (Control, Safety, Incident Commander, Team Lead, Rigging Lead, Operator, Technician, Edge Attendant, Attendant, Rope Manager, Haul Team Lead, etc.)
  • Safety issues
    • Working near the edge
    • Working around tensioned ropes
    • Environmental awareness
  • Lowering systems
    • Friction devices
    • Methods, setups
  • Raising Systems
    • Pulley Systems
    • Mechanical Advantage (MA)
    • Methods, setups
  • Basic rescue physics
    • Loads and Forces (pounds vs. kg vs. Newtons)
    • Force Multiplication (how angles and vectors affect forces)
    • Friction

And Much More!

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