With 70,000+ copies already purchased, the CMC Rope Rescue Manual has become the go-to resource for many first-response teams and training programs. Drawing upon over 35 years of practical experience responding to rescues and teaching countless students, the revised fourth edition has been modernized to incorporate the latest products and methods. Detailed illustrations and step-by-step instructions make it easy to grow one's rope rescue knowledge and ability. Over 240 illustrations and photos provide precise guidance for constructing lowering and raising systems, leveraging mechanical advantage, and rappelling.
Features
- Terminal Learning Objectives and Enabling Learning Objectives added to each chapter
- New chapter on life safety equipment testing
- Enlarged step-by-step illustrations in the Rope Access chapter
- Updated testing of knot efficiency
- Tests of contamination on polyester ropes added – full ITRS report
- Updated discussions of main/belay and twin-tension systems
- Revised techniques for belaying with the MPD
- User information for the new 3D descent control device
