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Outdoor Education…Character development through the outdoors
Climber/Belayer Checks
Climber/Belayer Checks
Check the rope isn’t tangled at the top
Squeeze check the climbers carabiner in front of the belayer
Belayer is clipped into to the ground anchor
Complete the climbing calls (see below)
Belayer responsibilities
Belayer responsibilities
As the climber moves on the climb, the belayer must remove the slack from the rope by pulling in excess rope. If the climber falls, then they will free-fall the distance of the slack or unprotected rope before friction applied by the belayer will start to slow their descent. It is extremely important for the belayer to concentrate on the climber's situation, as their role is crucial for the climber's safety. Most belay methods also require an action by the belayer in order to arrest a fall, hence they must be alert and ready to perform this action at a moment's notice.
Other calls
Other calls
“Top!” = I’m at the top of the climb
“Ready to lower ………” = Named Belayer is ready to lower the climber only once climber has let go of the wall.
“Take!” = Used when the climber feels they may fall or are falling or when they want the rope to be tighter.
“Falling!” = Used when the climber feels themselves starting to fall.
Safety
Safety
Don’t walk under other climbers
Belayers are in charge and have the right to tell climbers to slow down or stop.
Every group needs a backup belayer (unless you are told otherwise)
Always have at least one hand on the belay rope (the lower end)
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