• The need for rescue from heights arises in emergency situations resulting from accidents or sudden illness. In such cases rehearsed rescue operations- self-evacuation, rescue of a casuality or assisted rescue - need to be implemented to ensure safe evacuation from the turbine

The assignment is grouped into 7 sub-assignments:

• Assess the casualty in respect of his medical condition and ability to contribute to rescue operation

• Select appropriate rescue technique for the recovery of a casualty and a safe rescue path:vertical ladder, within the hub, side of the hub or over the side of the nacelle

• Raise the alarm and initiate selected emergency procedure

• Ensure safe handling of the casualty before recovery

• Conduct rescue operation ensuring safe handling of the casualty 

• Provide appropriate treatment of the casualty on the ground until arrival of emergency services

• Document incident and measures taken