15/06/2026
🧗‍♂️ Training Weekend | Technical Rescue Skills
Last weekend, our volunteers were back on the hill sharpening their technical rescue skills during a hands-on training session focused on rope rescue techniques and casualty movement.
Working in small groups, members rotated through a series of practical activities led by our Rope Rescue Supervisors and Operators. The scenarios included:
🔹 Edale Shuffle lowers and fixed-line carry upslope techniques
🔹 Building and using 5-pin anchor systems
🔹 Single-line lowers using a Clutch device
🔹 Carry upslopes with rope management through the Clutch
🔹 Mechanical advantage systems for assisted casualty movement
🔹 Using vehicles and ground stake systems as rescue anchors
These are the types of skills that allow our volunteers to safely access, treat and evacuate casualties from difficult terrain when every minute counts.
We were also delighted to welcome two colleagues from the North East Ambulance Service Critical Care dispatch team who joined us for some additional CPD. Building strong relationships and understanding between emergency services is a vital part of ensuring the best possible response for casualties across our region.
A huge thank you to everyone who gave up their weekend to train. As a volunteer team, maintaining these skills requires a significant commitment of time and effort, but it helps ensure we’re ready when the call comes.
