The following lists are our
recomendations for group members if called to a rescue, followed by
some group equipment to suplement what is carried on the Police
vehicle likely to attend a cliff rescue.
Personal
Equipment
1 Harness (UIAA or with manufacturer's details visible)
1 Helmet (UIAA rated)
1 In-Line descender (rated min 2000kg) with a locking carabiner
(rated min 2000kg)
2 Ascenders (rated min 600kg at cam) each with a locking carabiner
(min 2000kg)
3 Prussik Loops (min 7mm cord) with a locking carabiner (rated min
2000kg)
1 Pulley (rated min 2000kg) with a locking carabiner (rated min
2000kg)
5 Spare locking carabiners (alloy) (rated min 2000kg) - for group
rigging
1 Steel locking carabiner, Large D
3 Slings Shoulder Length (rated min 2000kg)
3 Slings Double Length (rated min 2000kg)
1 Head Torch
1 Personal First Aid Kit
1 Whistle
1 Knife
1 Lead Climbing Rack
A-List members must also carry a Gri Gri
Personal climbing equipment - boots, chalk bag etc
Rainwear and clothing appropriate to the circumstances
Food and Water
Overnight equipment appropriate to the circumstances and time of
year
Wetsuit if applicable
Note :
As a general rule all equipment should be rated to a minimum of 2000
kg (or 20KN) to be consistent with State Rescue Policy guidelines.
Lightweight slings, carabiners or prussiks MUST NOT be used in any
rescue systems.
Click HERE
to see a printable list of gear to bring on a rescue or search
Group
Equipment
Edge rollers
Pulleys - we may need to operate 2 or more systems.
Power drill
Hand drills
Various sizes of bolts, bits & glue ins.
Pitons
Dynamic Ropes - minimum of 2
Stove Kit & firelighters
Static Ropes