Instruction manual

PROFICIENCY IN SURVIVAL CRAFT AND RESCUE BOATS OTHER THAN
FAST RESCUE BOATS
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Do not touch the rescue device until after the hook makes contact with the water.
This prevents any electrical shock that may occur because of static
electricity build up in the rescue device.
2. Swim to the rescue device. Grasp the free end of the rescue strop with
your right hand and rotate your body clockwise until the rescue strop is wrapped
around your body.
3. Attach the V-ring on the strop to the rescue hook.
4. Grasp the two pull tabs of the retainer straps and pull the straps out.
Attach the quick-ejector snap hook to the V-ring and pull the strop tightly across
your chest.
5. Ensure that the rescue strop is above the LPA/LPU waist lobes and
high on your back. Give a thumbs-up signal to the hoist operator. Wrap your
arms around the collar and keep your head down.
6. Upon clearing the water, cross your feet and remain in this position until
you are inside the helicopter.
Fig. 12.5 Grasping the rescue strop Fig. 12.6 Attaching the V-ring
Rescue Seat
The rescue seat can be used to lower and hoist personnel performing
rescue operations from a helicopter over land or water. The rescue seat is
designed to accommodate one survivor at a time. It is a buoyant aluminum
device consisting of a hollow flotation chamber, a three-pronged seat, and a
safety strap.
W A R N I NG
Failure to assume proper position on rescue seat could result in serious injury if
hard contact is made with aircraft during hoist operation