TECHNICAL ROPE RESCUE

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The Technical Rope Rescue (TRR) Team is a technical specialty team in El Dorado Search and Rescue that is trained to access and extract individuals from hazardous locations, often involving the vertical or near-vertical terrain that is characteristic of El Dorado County's steep slopes, cliffs, canyons, bridges, and towers. The TRR Team also supports inserting and extracting EDSAR's other team members, such as Ground and Swift Water in areas with difficult accessibility.

EDSAR's TRR Team Members undergo extensive training and continuous practice to master a range of skills that include:

El Dorado Search and Rescue Technical Rope Rescue Team practice to master high angle rope work and rescue techniques

Mastering high angle rope work and rescue techniques

El Dorado Search and Rescue Technical Rope Rescue Team rigorously trains for vertical rescues typical for El Dorado County's terrain.

Rigorous vertical rescue training and teamwork is essential for safe and efficient rescues in El Dorado County's terrain

Not everyone is interested in “going over the edge”.  Some enjoy the art of rigging, while others like "hanging on rope". The TRR Team cross-trains in all critical elements and members are encouraged to find and develop their specific areas of interest in:

Effective technical rope rescue hinges on the use of specialized gear and equipment. The TRR Team maintains a comprehensive inventory of top-tier rescue gear to ensure optimal performance and safety during critical rescue operations.

Maneuvering a gear-filled litter down a steep slope requires synchronization and control

Team safety depends on meticulous rope management and precise execution

Preparing to execute a controlled descent with a patient litter utilizing specialized rigging

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Your donation is a lifeline.

By supporting our Technical Rope Rescue Team, you are directly enabling us to reach those in dire need. Our TRR Team's specialized skills and advanced equipment allow us to access and rescue individuals from perilous situations where traditional methods are impractical or impossible.