This hands-on course will present the fundamentals of rope rescue, using only the most up-to-date equipment and techniques with major emphasis on safety. Classroom topics will include terminology, equipment selection, current standards and essential knots. Personal and practical application of rope rescue systems encompassing anchor systems, belay systems, rappelling and ascending, lowering systems, litter packaging and mechanical advantage raising systems. Evolutions will involve analyzing systems and solving problems in both low angle and vertical environments. Course adheres to standards set forth by NFPA 1006; 1670; 1500; and 1983, and OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146; 29 CFR1910.134.