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

Answer

SPRAT requires a site-specific written rescue plan to be in place before any rope access operations commence, ensuring the team can respond to emergencies systematically.

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

Answer

In a counterbalance rescue, the rescuer descends on their own rope rigged through the top anchor, using their body weight to counterbalance and raise the casualty.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Level 3

Answer

SPRAT requires at least one Level 3 technician (rope access supervisor) to be present and responsible for supervising all rope access operations on any project site.

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)

Answer

SPRAT mandates a minimum of two rope access technicians (buddy system) on every project so that one can assist or rescue the other in an emergency.

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

Answer

Suspension trauma occurs when a motionless person hangs in a harness, causing venous pooling in the lower limbs that reduces cardiac return and can lead to unconsciousness or death.

SPRAT - Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians Certification Practice Test

SPRAT - Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians Certification Practice Test

SPRAT Rescue and Emergency Procedures