High/Low Angle operations

Question 1

Explain the difference between litter “bearers” and litter “attendants”

Answer 1

Bearers do not need to be tied into the litter. used mainly for low angle carry outs. Bearers will “bear” the majority of the load.

Attendants are connected to the litter with a minimum of two points. Mainly used for vertical litter ops. The system will bear the majority of the litter.

Question 2

What angle of degree is considered “Flat”

Answer 2

0-15 deg

Question 3

What angle of degree is considered “low”

Answer 3

15-40 deg

Question 4

What angle is considered “steep”

Answer 4

40-60 deg

Question 5

What angle is considered “high”

Answer 5

60-90 deg

Question 6

What terrain is considered “non technical”

Answer 6

Flat and Low (0-40 deg)

Question 7

What terrain is considered “technical”

Answer 7

Steep and High (40-90 deg)

Question 8

What are the dual prussik bypasses used for concerning litter rigging

Answer 8

early indication of excessive force being placed on the system (the prusiks should start slipping before system failure) approx