When a climber on your rope team yells "Falling!", drop in to self-arrest and stop the fall immediately! Once the fall is stopped, follow the following steps:
Step 1. Set up a secure anchor system
Step 2. Communicate with the fallen climber
Step 3. Devise a rescue plan.
Step 4. Carry out the plan.
Crevasse Rescue Safety Precautions
While working to rescue a fallen climber, observe these primary safety considerations:
- All anchor systems must be absolutely reliable, with backup anchors to guard against failure.
- All rescuers must be connected to anchors at all times
- The rescue must proceed as quickly as possible using efficient, thorough execution of every essential step.