Rescuer Access
Establish safe access to the cable and prepare the rescuer for progression toward the chair.
ITRA Technical Rescue Congress 2026
Ski Lift Rescue Chairlift Evacuation with Rescuer on Cable
A practical chairlift evacuation workshop focused on rescuer access, cable progression and passenger evacuation in suspended transport systems.
Workshop Organizer
Petzl
Organized and delivered by Petzl.
This workshop focuses on practical rescue techniques for chairlift evacuation, including rescuer access to the cable, progression toward the chair and passenger evacuation.
The rescue strategy may vary depending on factors such as cable slope, clearance above the ground, distance between towers, number of passengers and the available recovery area.
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Venue Partner
Azurara Parque Aventura
Outdoor venue partner for the Ski Lift Rescue Workshop.
Azurara Parque Aventura provides the outdoor environment required to develop the cable-based rescue scenario and practical chairlift evacuation exercises.
About the Workshop
Access the cable. Reach the chair. Evacuate the passenger.
Ski lift evacuation presents a specific technical rescue challenge. The rescuer must reach the suspended installation safely, travel along the cable or access system, reach the passenger and complete the evacuation using a controlled rescue method.
Cable Progression
Progress along the suspended cable system using appropriate rescue equipment and techniques.
Passenger Access
Reach the chair, establish a safe working position and prepare the passenger for evacuation.
Passenger Evacuation
Carry out a controlled evacuation of the passenger to the designated recovery area.
Operational Factors
Every installation changes the rescue plan.
Chairlift rescue techniques cannot be treated as a single fixed solution. The rescue method must be adapted to the characteristics of the installation.
Participants will explore how different environmental and technical factors influence the rescue strategy.
Cable Geometry
Slope & clearance
Installation
Distance between towers
Passengers
Number & condition
Recovery Zone
Ground access & evacuation area
Rescue Method
Adapted to site conditions
Workshop Format
A focused hands-on evacuation exercise.
The workshop is designed around direct practical participation. Participants will work through the key stages of a chairlift rescue operation in a controlled training environment.
The limited group size allows close interaction with the instructor and direct contact with the equipment and rescue techniques.
Duration
2.5 hours
Group Size
Maximum 10 participants
Level
Intermediate
Workshop Lead
Rui Rosado
Organization
Petzl
Equipment
Professional rescue equipment provided by Petzl.
All technical equipment required for the Ski Lift Rescue Workshop will be provided as part of the training setup.
Rescuer Access
Equipment for safe access and progression on the suspended cable system.
Work Positioning
Systems to position and secure the rescuer while operating at the chair.
Passenger Protection
Equipment designed to secure and prepare passengers for evacuation.
Evacuation System
Controlled lowering and rescue equipment for passenger evacuation.
Participant Information
Designed for rescuers with an intermediate technical background.
Participants should be comfortable operating in a work-at-height environment and following technical rescue instructions.
All rescue equipment required for the workshop will be supplied by the workshop organizer.
Technical Level
Intermediate
Maximum Participants
10
Equipment
Provided
Environment
Outdoor
Safety
Controlled work-at-height environment.
The primary identified hazard for this workshop is falling from height.
The exercise also involves suspended loads and an outdoor environment. Participants must follow the instructions of the workshop team throughout all practical activities.
Main Hazard
Fall from height
Activity
Work at height
Additional Hazard
Suspended loads
Environment
Natural / Outdoor
Workshop Location
Azurara Parque Aventura
Vila do Conde, Portugal
The Ski Lift Rescue Workshop will take place at Azurara Parque Aventura, venue partner of the ITRA Technical Rescue Congress 2026.
The site provides the outdoor environment required to develop the cable-based rescue scenario and practical chairlift evacuation exercises.
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Azurara Parque Aventura
Vila do Conde, Portugal
41.348841, -8.734270
Workshop Availability
Available during all five rotation periods.
Workshop allocation is subject to final participant scheduling and available capacity.
Workshop Team
Led by Rui Rosado.
Rui Rosado will lead the Ski Lift Rescue Workshop representing Petzl.
Additional support will be provided in coordination with the ITRA Technical Rescue Congress organization.
Workshop Lead
Rui Rosado
Role
Petzl Sales Representative
Organizer
Petzl
Venue Partner
Azurara Parque Aventura
ITRA Technical Rescue Congress 2026
Access. Progress. Reach. Evacuate.
Experience a practical ski lift evacuation scenario focused on rescuer access, cable progression and passenger evacuation.