Ladder approach
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The ladder approach is a lifesaving technique taught by Lifesaving Society and is used to promote the safety of a rescuer during an aquatic rescue.[1] The approach stresses using the least dangerous method possible during a rescue, and moving on to more dangerous options if it becomes necessary to do so. This method can help keep the rescuer as safe as possible throughout the rescue.[1]
The ladder approach
- Talk - Try to talk the victim to safety- see if they can help themselves.
- Reach - Reach with an aid to try to help the victim
- Throw - Throw an aid to the victim
- Wade - Wade into the water and provide aid to the victim
- Row - Row out to the victim and help them into your boat/provide them with an aid
- Swim - Swim out to the victim and provide them with an aid
- Tow - Swim out to the victim and tow them back to safety using an aid
- Carry - Using direct physical contact, remove the victim from danger
References
- ^ a b "The Ladder Approach: a step-by-step procedure for successful rescues". Société de sauvetage du Québec. 2015-06-02. Retrieved 2021-04-13.