Could you imagine shedding 70% of equipment weight from traditional rescue setups? Rescue teams face two major challenges in mountain and wilderness search and rescue operations (SAR): adverse weather conditions and heavy equipment. SAR is often conducted in remote and hard-to-access areas, and lightweight rescue equipment could enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of SAR operations. 

Thanks to material advancements and improvements in rope manufacturing, the performance and strength-to-weight ratio of ropes have significantly improved. By using or blending materials like nylon 5.5, polyester, aromatic polyamide (Technora), and high-performance polyethylene (Dyneema), ropes can be made with smaller diameters without compromising their strength. These materials also provide additional attributes to the rope, such as abrasion resistance, heat resistance, and non-absorbency. 

As more rescue teams recognize the benefits of rescue systems with thinner ropes, more compatible equipment is emerging in the market. Extensive testing on ropes with different equipment, diameters, and materials can achieve a combination of a lightweight micro rope QRF system, allowing for a more effective and safer high-angle rescue operation.

Class Size: 4 - 8 participants

Location: Hong Kong

Class Schedule: from 0900 to 1700 (Each Level take 1days)

Language of Instruction: Cantonese

Equipment Requirements: Participants must bring their own climbing helmet*, seat harness* , gloves, food, water, and athletic clothes

Course Fees: HK$1,100 (Level 1) HK$1,300 (Level 2)HK$1,500 (Level 3)

Certificate Issuance: Participants who successfully complete the course and meet the following condition will be awarded an electronic certificate by the Hong Kong Rope Rescue Association 

☑ Attendance rate of 100%

* The helmet must meet EN 12492 standards, while the harness must meet EN12277 / EN813 / EN358 / EN361 / NFPA Class II / NFPA Class III standards