Evacuation & Self-Rescue Training: Utility
Linemen working in elevated environments such as a bucket truck or transmission tower will learn how to evacuate and to perform a true self-rescue after a fall.
The Evacuation & Self-Rescue Training course concentrates on the various usages of the SRK-15® (CE and ANSI certified Kit) and the Arc Flash StepWise Lanyard. Each linemen will learn to inspect and operate the dual-brake descender within the self-rescue kit, as well as adjust the kit to his or her own body-weight in order to keep the kit event-ready in case of an emergency.
Each student must have appropriate PPE, including a full body harness, dual leg lanyard and any personal fall protection devices normally used. Students should be prepared to climb an actual structure several times.
Course Duration: 1 day
Class Size: Up to 10 students
All TSL rescue training programs meet or exceed OSHA and ANSI safety standards.
Please contact us for pricing and further information.
The majority of this class is held on an elevated structure. After becoming comfortable with the simple processes used with the SRK-15®, students will perform and participate in several simulated escape and rescue scenarios. Each student is required to have a full body harness, helmet, gloves, eye protection, and appropriate clothing and footwear. Course Covers:
- Pre-emergency Planning
- Kit Preparation
- Anchor Selection and Use
- Escape & Emergency Egress
- Self-Rescue from Post-fall Suspension
- Evacuation of Incapacitated Co-worker
- Equipment Care and Maintenance
- Course Manual
- Wallet ID card
- Certificate of Completion
“The training course was great and covered the basics well. A good mix of hands on to really get a feel for the equipment.”
-John Douglas, Con Edison Development
We offer a recertification course for those with an expired wallet card.
We will work with your company to create customized training and equipment that works best for your company’s specific needs.
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