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RESQ Smartline X, Personal Evacuation Device Training
Course length
6 hours (1/2 day)
Instructor
1:6
Period of validity
1 year
Certification
Digital Outreach Rescue certificate of achievment
Venue
Llanllechid, Bangor, Gwynedd or Raglan, Monmouthshire, Wales. A suitable and appropriate client-specific location can also be arranged.
Equipment Training, RESQ Smartline X
Goal
To equip participants with the skills and knowledge required to safely operate RESQ Smartline X for evacuation and rescue scenarios.
Target group
Personnel working in environments requiring emergency evacuation solutions, including tower workers, energy industry operatives, and high-risk sites.
Highlights
Training on a lightweight, compact device for emergency evacuation and rescue.
Complies with EN 341:2011 standards for safe controlled descents.
Hands-on practice with a certified, instructor-led session.
Description
Practical training in the use of RESQ Smartline X for emergency rescue and evacuation, ensuring compliance with EN 341:2011 standards.
This one-day practical course provides essential training in the operation of RESQ Smartline X personal evacuation device. Participants will learn to safely use the system for controlled descents during emergencies from heights up to 200 metres. The course also covers rescue scenarios involving incapacitated individuals. Delivered by experienced instructors, the training ensures competency in using this lightweight, compact device, including anchoring, descent control, and system maintenance. A valid Basic Rescue at Heights certification is required to attend.
Compliance
Aligned with EN 341:2011 and PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425.
Previous knowledge
Experience operating manual descenders / personal evacuation devices would also be beneficial.
Requirements
Participants must be aged 18+ and be able to provide a valid recognised Basic Rescue at Heights certification. They should also be physically able to work at height and use rescue equipment.
Progression
Advanced height safety and rescue courses, including those involving other height rescue systems.
Theoretical elements
– Overview of the Smartline X features and specifications.
– Safety considerations and compliance with EN 341:2011.
– Developing emergency response plans for evacuation.
Practical elements
– Safe anchoring and setup of the Smartline X device.
– Controlled descent techniques and troubleshooting.
– Simulated rescue scenarios for incapacitated individuals.
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