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SEL Number:
03OE-05-ROPE
Title:
Rope, Life Safety
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Last Updated:
11/9/2023 10:36:22 AM
Previous SEL Number:
03OE-05-ROPE
Description:
Rope of various diameters, lengths, and ratings used specifically for human rescue, egress, hoist, or transport (certified as compliant with the
NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1983 requirements of
NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
2500).
ImportantFeatures:
Not all rope/software used in rescue operations is considered "life safety" rope. Life safety rope should be certified as compliant with the
NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1983 requirements of
NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
2500.
Operating Considerations:
Consider whether product is certified under "general duty" or "light duty" under
NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1983. General duty is recommended for third-party rescue, while light duty is more suited to individual egress.
Consider dynamic vs. static ropes; rescue vs. tactical operations; effects of chemical, heat, and prolonged sunlight exposure. Personnel must be properly trained in accordance with appropriate standards.
High visibility ropes and software should be utilized in water operations. Rope and software utilized in water operations should be used only in water operations and not in life safety situations.
Training Requirements:
Core Training:
NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1670 Requirements of
NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
2500 where applicable.
Initial Training: Moderate (1-2 days)
Sustainment Training: Minimal (<1 day)
Mandatory Standards:
NFPA 2500: Standard for Operations and Training for Technical Search and Rescue Incidents and Life Safety Rope and Equipment for Emergency Services, 2022 Edition, NFPA 1983 Requirements
Applicable Standards and References:
NFPA 2500: Standard for Operations and Training for Technical Search and Rescue Incidents and Life Safety Rope and Equipment for Emergency Services, 2022 Edition, NFPA 1670 Requirements
NFPA 2500: Standard for Operations and Training for Technical Search and Rescue Incidents and Life Safety Rope and Equipment for Emergency Services, 2022 Edition, NFPA 1858 Requirements
MSSL:
Law Enforcement: Maritime
Law Enforcement: Mobile Field Force
Law Enforcement: Preventive Rad/Nuc Detection
Law Enforcement: SWAT/Tactical Team
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