Competent Tower Rescuer
ANSI/ASSE A10.48 3.18 Competent Rescuer. An individual designated by the employer who by training, knowledge and experience is capable of the implementation, supervision and monitoring of a rescue at height in the event of an emergency. This person shall have the employer’s authority to write the individual site rescue plan, and may be designated to manage the employer's fall protection rescue program.
This course is typically taught in conjunction with Competent Tower Climber.
Objectives:
The participants in this Course shall have already successfully completed the Authorized Climber and Competent Climber Training. The main objective of Competent Rescuer Training is to develop and maintain climbers who are capable of performing rescues. Competent rescuers should physically perform rescues.
Content:
Rescue procedures
Discussion of rescue equipment
Controlled ascent and descent
Rescue planning
Non-entry rescue and “pick-off”
Discussion of suspension trauma
Regulatory Standards and Certifications: OSHA 1910 and 1926, ANSI/ASSE A10.48, Z490.1, Z359.2, NATE CRTS
Time line: 8 hours (1 day)
Course Delivery: Practical training