Our objectives in Mountain Rescue include both training our trainees to respond effectively to emergency situations in the mountains and teaching the broader public about mountain safety.
With simulations and practical sessions, you will study both the medical and technical sides of Mountain Rescue operations before applying what you’ve learned in one full day of training.
Mountain Rescue Course Content
Orientation
Starting the Search
Search Planning
Gathering Information
Predicting Lost Person Behavior
Defining the Search Area
Setting Priorities
Probabilities of Area (POA)
Allocating SAR Resources-SAR Tactics
Tracking Probability of Detection (POD)
Changing Search Preferences
Changing the POA
Brief and Debrief
Documentation
Search on Hold
Searcher Safety
Managing Searcher Anxiety
Further Possibilities and Actions
Students taking notes for the mountain rescue of a casualty: Ascent Descent Adventures
Takeaway
Confident when leading on the mountains
Mitigate a full-fledged tragedy
Rescue tactics are an excellent addition to your repertoire
Required
Wilderness First Aid
Aspirant and Certified Mountain Professionals
Basic Navigation Skills
Physical Fitness
Specifics
Duration: 1 Day
Experience: Physically fit previous rock, ice, or mountain climbing experience is required.
Age: Minimum age is 18 years, and there is no upper limit.
Non-Residential: There will be no lodging, meals, or transportation provided. Participants must bring their packed lunch. During the course, soft drinks and nibbles will be provided.
Equipment: All group climbing equipment ice axe, crampons, etc. will be provided. Bring your own 1-lit personal water bottle. Notebook Pen in a day pack to carry all your stuff.
Clothing: Appropriate clothing as per the weather.
