This is aimed at anyone who is not familiar with glacier travel or who requires a refresher session. In this module we cover:
- Basic glacial an d crevasse theory for skiers and climbers
- Equipment for safe glacier travel
- Roping up
- Moving together
- Falling & Arresting a fall
- Ice axe arrest
MODULE 2: Crevasse Rescue of Roped/Harnessed Personnel
This is aimed at novices, those requiring a refresher session and for building new glacier teams. In this module we cover:
- Basic theory of crevasse rescue
- Medical & Safety Considerations
- Equipment required to perform a rescue (self rescue and casualty rescue)
- Snow anchor construction
- Self rescue
- Casualty rescue using pulley systems
- Team structure & Roles
- Incident management & communication
MODULE 3: Crevasse Rescue of Unroped & Unharnessed Personnel
This is aimed at those who take visitors to the Antarctic who will be going ashore without using ropes and harnesses. Although we discourage unroped glacier travel, it is essential that all those who are responsible for such visitors - yacht crews, wildlife/tour guides - are able to deal with an incident if one occurs.
- Basic theory of crevasse rescue of unroped/unharnessed victims
- Medical & Safety Considerations
- Equipment required to perform a rescue (self rescue and casualty rescue)
This is aimed at those who will be responsible for a team of novices who have received glacier travel and crevasse rescue training, but who lack the depth of knowledge and experience to assess an incident and to co-ordinate and perform a rescue safely. This is particularly applicable to the senior members of yacht crews and expedition guides. It is expected that anyone attending Module 4 has full knowledge of Module 1 and Module 2 or 3, and can demonstrate roped glacier travel and crevasse rescue. This module will involve personal coaching depending on the individual's knowledge, ability and prior experience.
- Refreshment of roped glacier travel
- Refreshment of crevasse rescue (harnessed casualty)
- Refreshment of crevasse rescue (unharnessed casualty)
- Site management, people management & role allocation
- Incident Communication
- Dealing with problems
- Team development, training & coaching
- Recording and documenting the incident
If you wish to discuss your training requirements for your own expedition, or for your crew or staff, please contact us!
