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Disaster Response Training

LERT Chainsaw: Ropes & Rigging (LERT Chainsaw: Ropes)


Description

LERT Chainsaw: Ropes & Rigging


This course equips LERT volunteers with the knowledge and practical understanding needed to safely use ropes in disaster response operations. Participants will learn rope types, safety principles, inspection procedures, and proper application techniques to reduce risk and improve effectiveness in the field.



Course Objectives

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Identify proper rope types and materials
  • Understand working load limits and safety factors
  • Select appropriate ropes for specific tasks
  • Tie and use essential knots
  • Inspect and maintain ropes properly
  • Apply safe rope practices in field operations

Instructors

Mr. Russell Gross

LCMS Lead Chainsaw Instructor for LERT


Rev. Trae Fistler

LCMS Mid-South District Disaster Response Coordinator

Content
  • Welcome to Ropes for Disaster Response
  • 1- Why Ropes Matter
  • Why Ropes Matter
  • Video 1: Rope Uses
  • Quiz 1: Rope Uses
  • 2- Rope Materials
  • Rope Materials & Construction
  • Video 2: Rope Materials
  • Resource - Sherrilltree TFTC #4 (part 3)
  • Resource - Sherrilltree TFTC #2
  • Quiz 2: Rope Materials
  • 3- Rope Ratings
  • Ratings and Safety Factors
  • Video 3: Rope Rating
  • Resource - Sherrilltree TFTC #3 (Part 2)
  • Quiz 3: Rope Rating
  • 4- Selecting the Right Rope
  • Selecting the Right Rope
  • Video 4: Selecting the Right Rope
  • Quiz 4: Selecting the Right Rope
  • 5- Knots and Terminations
  • Knots and Terminations
  • Video 5: Knots and Terminations
  • Quiz 5: Knots and Terminations
  • 6- Rope Inspections
  • Rope Inspections
  • Video 6: Inspecting Your Ropes
  • Quiz 6: Inspecting Your Ropes
  • 7- Caring for Your Ropes
  • Storage, Cleaning, and Maintenance
  • Video 7: Caring for Your Ropes
  • Quiz 7: Caring for Your Ropes
  • 8- Field Application and Safety
  • Field Application and Safety
  • Video 8: Field Application and Safety
  • Quiz 8: Field Application and Safety
  • 9- Working with a Port-a-Wrap
  • Connecting a Port-a-wrap or Pulley
  • Video 9: Working with a Port-a-Wrap
  • Quiz 9: Working with a Port-a-Wrap
  • Final Assessment: Ropes
Completion rules
  • You must complete the test "Final Assessment: Ropes"
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: Forever
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