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Fall Rescue Training Course

Fall Rescue Training aligned with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502, ANSI Z359, and CSA Z259 standards.

Main Service Location

Course Title

Fall Rescue

Course Duration

1 Day

Training Delivery Method

Classroom (Instructor-Led)

Assessment Criteria

Practical assessment and knowledge Assessment

Service Category

Training, assessment, and certification services.

Service Coverage

In Tamkene Training Center or On-Site: Covering Saudi Arabia (Dammam - Khobar - Dhahran - Jubail - Riyadh - Jeddah - Tabuk - Madinah - NEOM - Qassim - Makkah - Any City in Saudi Arabia) - MENA Region

Course Average Passing Rate

98%

Post Training Reporting 

Post Training Report + Candidate(s) Training Evaluation Forms

Certificate of Successful Completion

Certification is provided upon successful completion. The certificate can be verified through a QR-Code system.

Certification Provider

Tamkene Saudi Training Center - Approved by TVTC (Technical and Vocational Training Corporation)

Certificate Validity

3 Years (Extendable)

Instructors Languages

English / Arabic / Urdu / Hindi

Interactive Learning Methods

3 Years (Extendable)

Training Services Design Methodology

ADDIE Training Design Methodology

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Course Outline

1. Fall Rescue Fundamentals and Emergency Response Framework

  • Fall rescue principles including (time-critical response, Suspension Trauma, victim safety, rescuer protection)

  • Emergency response including (OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502 rescue requirements, response planning, team activation)

  • Suspension Trauma including (physiological effects, time limitations, medical considerations, urgent response needs)

  • Rescue responsibilities including (employer obligations, rescue team requirements, emergency preparedness, training standards)


2. Rescue Equipment and System Components

  • Rescue Equipment including (descent devices, mechanical advantage systems, anchor points, rigging hardware)

  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including (rescue harnesses, helmets, gloves, eye protection, communication devices)

  • Mechanical Advantage Systems including (pulley systems, rope grabs, winches, hauling systems, load distribution)

  • Equipment inspection including (pre-use checks, damage assessment, load ratings, certification requirements)


3. Victim Assessment and Medical Considerations

  • Victim Evaluation including (consciousness level, injury assessment, suspension time, medical urgency)

  • Medical Priorities including (airway management, breathing assessment, circulation evaluation, spinal considerations)

  • Suspension Trauma management including (position relief, circulation restoration, medical intervention, evacuation priorities)

  • Communication with victim including (assessment techniques, reassurance methods, instruction delivery, status monitoring)


4. Rescue Techniques and Equipment Operation Under Supervision

  • Descent Rescue including (controlled lowering, rappelling techniques, victim packaging, equipment rigging)

  • Hauling Systems including (mechanical advantage, rope rescue, winch operations, team coordination)

  • Horizontal Rescue including (lateral movement, swing rescue, traversing techniques, anchor transitions)

  • Equipment Rigging including (anchor point selection, load calculations, safety factors, system redundancy)


5. Communication and Coordination Protocols

  • Rescue Communication including (team coordination, victim contact, emergency services, incident command)

  • Emergency Medical Services (EMS) coordination including (activation procedures, medical information, landing zone preparation)

  • Team roles including (rescue leader, safety officer, equipment operator, medical support, ground coordinator)

  • Incident Command integration including (unified command, resource coordination, information management, safety oversight)


6. Post-Rescue Procedures and Documentation

  • Medical Care coordination including (victim stabilization, transport preparation, hospital communication, injury documentation)

  • Equipment Recovery including (system disassembly, equipment inspection, damage assessment, inventory management)

  • Incident Documentation including (rescue timeline, equipment used, victim condition, lessons learned)

  • Post-Incident Analysis including (performance review, procedure evaluation, training needs, system improvements)

Targeted Audience

  • Emergency Response Team Members designated for fall rescue operations

  • Safety Officers responsible for fall protection programs

  • Industrial Workers operating at height requiring rescue competency

  • Maintenance Personnel working in elevated environments

  • Construction Workers involved in fall protection systems

  • Facility Managers overseeing working at height operations

  • Training Coordinators developing fall rescue programs

  • Rescue Team Members requiring specialized fall rescue skills

Knowledge Assessment

  • Fall rescue theory evaluations including (OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502 requirements, Suspension Trauma recognition, emergency response protocols)

  • Equipment knowledge testing including (rescue equipment identification, inspection procedures, rigging techniques)

  • Victim assessment exercises including (medical evaluation, Suspension Trauma signs, communication methods)

  • Rescue technique assessments including (descent procedures, hauling systems, horizontal rescue methods)

Key Learning Objectives

  • Understand fall rescue fundamentals and emergency response requirements

  • Implement effective rescue planning and equipment preparation procedures under supervision

  • Apply proper victim assessment and medical consideration techniques for suspended workers

  • Execute safe rescue techniques and equipment operation procedures under supervision

  • Develop comprehensive communication and coordination protocols for rescue operations

  • Apply appropriate rescue equipment selection and rigging procedures under supervision

  • Implement post-rescue medical care and incident documentation procedures

  • Apply rescue team safety and emergency response coordination under supervision

Course Overview

This comprehensive Fall Rescue Training course provides participants with essential knowledge and practical skills required for conducting safe and effective rescue operations for workers suspended in fall protection systems. The course covers fundamental fall rescue principles along with hands-on techniques for rescue equipment operation, victim assessment, and emergency response coordination under supervision.


Participants will learn to apply OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502 Fall Protection Systems Criteria and Practices, ANSI Z359 Fall Protection and Fall Arrest Standard, CSA Z259 Body Belts and Safety Harnesses, and NFPA 1006 Standard for Technical Rescue Personnel Professional Qualifications to ensure effective fall rescue operations and emergency preparedness. This course combines theoretical fall rescue concepts with intensive hands-on practical training and real-world emergency scenarios to ensure participants gain valuable skills applicable to their operational environment while emphasizing victim safety and rescue team coordination.

Practical Assessment

  • Rescue equipment operation including (descent device use, mechanical advantage systems, rigging procedures under supervision)

  • Victim assessment simulation including (medical evaluation, Suspension Trauma recognition, communication techniques)

  • Rescue technique demonstration including (controlled descent, hauling operations, horizontal movement under supervision)

  • Team coordination exercise including (communication protocols, role assignments, emergency response coordination)

Why Choose This Course?

  • Essential fall rescue competency development under supervision

  • Comprehensive emergency response coordination training

  • Industry-recognized rescue technique expertise

  • Professional victim assessment and medical care skills

  • Regulatory compliance and safety protocol mastery

Note: This course outline, including specific topics, modules, and duration, can be customized based on the specific needs and requirements of the client.

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