SPRAT Rescue and Emergency Procedures

Question 1

According to SPRAT standards, what must be established before any rope access work begins on a project?

Accepted Answer

A written rescue plan specific to the worksite

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A list of nearby hospitals and emergency rooms

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A verbal agreement among team members about rescue roles

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A mandatory 30-minute safety briefing with all site workers

Question 2

In a counterbalance rescue technique, how does the rescuer reach the incapacitated technician?

Accepted Answer

The rescuer descends on a separate rope connected through a top anchor while the casualty's rope acts as a counterweight

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The rescuer is lowered directly by other team members using a haul system

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The rescuer free-climbs to the casualty's position using anchor points

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The rescuer ascends the casualty's rope using mechanical ascenders

Question 3

What SPRAT certification level is required to serve as the on-site supervisor for every rope access project?

Accepted Answer

Level 3

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Level 2

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Level 1

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Any certified level with 5 years of experience

Question 4

What is the minimum number of rope access technicians SPRAT requires on any active rope access project?

Accepted Answer

Two technicians (buddy system)

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One technician with a safety observer on the ground

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Three technicians including one Level 3

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Four technicians for Class 2 and above hazard environments

Question 5

Suspension trauma (also called orthostatic intolerance) is a serious medical risk for incapacitated rope access workers because:

Accepted Answer

Blood pools in the legs when hanging motionless in a harness, restricting return to the heart and brain

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The harness compresses the lungs, preventing adequate oxygen intake

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Elevated position causes increased blood pressure leading to stroke

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Continuous vibration from the rope disrupts the vestibular system

Question 6

During a pick-off rescue, after a rescuer descends to an incapacitated casualty, what is the FIRST action the rescuer should take?

Accepted Answer

Assess the casualty's condition and establish a connection between the rescuer's system and the casualty

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Immediately cut the casualty's safety line to reduce load

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Radio the ground team to prepare a haul system before touching the casualty

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Remove the casualty's harness and transfer them to the rescuer's harness

Question 7

What is the purpose of providing foot loops or stirrups to a conscious casualty suffering from suspension trauma while awaiting rescue?

Accepted Answer

Allowing the casualty to stand and restore blood circulation to reduce shock symptoms

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Providing a handhold to keep the casualty from rotating on the rope

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Elevating the casualty's feet to reduce harness pressure on the torso

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Securing the casualty's feet so rescuers can pull them horizontally to an anchor