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SKILL KNOWLEDGE SAFETY

Down the Wire Specialist

Aim	The aim of this course is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills required to work safely in all environments accessible with helicopters.
Description	This extensive course is designed for rescue personnel like paramedics or fire-fighters who are transported by helicopters for the completion of punctual or daily missions. Participants will be trained for all the different techniques involved in helicopter transport: Hover-exit Winch Sling-loading The course will also cover a tailored training aiming at bringing each participant to a high level of autonomy and mobility in the different environments accessible by helicopter: Water Alpine Vertical
Duration	The course can be conducted over a nominated time of 10 days. Duration will vary with the participants' level of competency in the different environments covered.
Unit/s of Competence	PUAFIR211A Undertake helicopter winch operations PUAFIR210A Undertake hover-exit operations from helicopter PUAFIR212A Rappel from helicopter SROABN006A Establish ropes for multi-pitch abseiling on natural surfaces SRONAV002B Navigate in difficult or trackless areas SROCAY002A Apply vertical canyoning skills SROCVE011A Demonstrate vertical caving skills SROOPS010A Interpret weather for mountain environments SROWWR003B Perform a comprehensive range of white water rescues and recoveries
Accreditation	The course itself is not nationally accredited but the participants who successfully complete the program will receive nationally recognised statements of Attainment for the different competencies and a Risk Response & Rescue Certificate of Completion.
Course Content	Terminology and Definitions Identifying Hazards and Risks Undertaking operations in accordance with OH&S procedures, CASA regulations, company’s operations manual and PPE manufacturer’s guidelines Site selection for helicopter operations Preparation, inspection, carriage and stowing of equipment prior to, during and following exiting from the helicopter key roles and relevant responsibilities of helicopter crew Correct method of carrying various types of equipment Following instructions and procedures within the helicopter Correct procedures for entering or exiting the helicopter including correct sequencing of activities from different heights and on different terrains Actions to minimise movement during descent from helicopter Safety and emergency procedures Appropriate communication processes with crew persons including emergency hand signals Meteorology Bushwalking Abseiling Canyoning Caving Vertical rescue
Pre-Requisites	PUAFIR209A Work safely around aircraft Good level of fitness Be a strong swimmer
Assessment	Participants must be able to: Undertake operations in accordance with OH&S procedures, legislative and operational guidelines Prepare, inspect, carry and stow equipment prior to, during and following exiting from the helicopter Demonstrate safe loading procedures of equipment Follow instructions and procedures within the helicopter Apply correct procedures for entering and exiting from the helicopter including correct sequencing of activities Correct use of equipment
Max Course Size	4
Supervision Ratio	1:4
Compliance with Legislation, Standards and Codes	Relevant Occupational Health and Safety Regulations CASA regulations Aircraft operations manual Company operations manual PPE Manufacturer's requirements
Course Material	Each participant will receive a Risk Response & Rescue learner handbook.

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