DESCRIPTION
Our Arizona Vortex Workshop is a 24-hour, hands-on course that progresses the student through the various configurations of the Arizona Vortex. The workshop will progress from the basic set-ups, such as the easel “A” frame, to various bi-pod configurations and ultimately the monopod or “gin pole” set-ups.

SKILLS TAUGHT
• Vortex hardware
• Assembly
• Configurations
• Modes of use
• Applied force theory
• Foot hobbling techniques
• Guy angles

DAY 1 LOCATION
Strathcona County Fire Station #6
[915 Bison Way, Sherwood Park]

WHAT’S THE SCHEDULE LIKE? 0800 – 1600 daily

WHERE WILL WE BE EVERY DAY? It’s hard to say at the moment, as the schedule is a little fluid based on when we can get certain venues. Your instructors will always plan the following day with you so you can plan your commute and timings with other engagements.

WHAT SHOULD I WEAR? Dress for the weather, as we’ll be outside for much
of the week. Long pants and sturdy, closed-toed shoes are required, in addition to regular PPE when on rope.

WHAT DO I BRING WITH ME? We recommend packing a lunch to avoid long breaks. Bring a water bottle, preferable with a no-drop tether. If you’re the type to take notes, bring some scrap paper or a notepad. Each student will need equipment listed below.

WHAT ABOUT ACCOMMODATIONS? T’NT has a corporate rate at the Sandman hotel with the promo code TNTWORK

WHO ARE THE INSTRUCTORS? Our instructors are T’NT senior instructors that have been vetted by CMC School to teach the current CMC curriculum. If you have any requests for equipment or techniques you’d like to see, please don’t hesitate to reach out in advance.

ARE THERE ANY LIMITATIONS? This course will have physically demanding components to it. Each student will be required to sign a waiver before working on rope. If you have an injury or concern, please bring it up with one of the instructors

While there are no required prerequisites to attend the workshop, we highly recommend you are comfortable with basic rope rescue skills and techniques.
Below is a list of skills you should be proficient in before the first day of the workshop.

SKILLS / TECHNIQUES

Donning/Doffing of harness and PPE

Rappelling with an auto-locking device (Clutch/I’D/Spark)

Single and Multi-Point Anchoring

Simple 3:1 and 5:1 Mechanical Advantage Systems

Lowering and Raising Systems

Pickoffs and Litter Packaging

For your convenience, here is a link for the knots videos on CMC's blog
Review the CMC Rope Rescue Technician Manual 6th Edition: Hard copy or Ebook

Students will be required to provide the following personal gear for the workshop. Please have all your equipment marked or labelled before the workshop to avoid mixing it up with other people’s gear

PERSONAL EQUIPMENT

Harness (Sit or full body), Helmet with chin strap, Gloves

Auto-locking Descent Control Device (Clutch/I’D/Spark)

2x Anchor Slings/Prusik Loops

1x Adjustable lanyard/Travel Restraint (Grillon, Wingman)

1x Belay Device (ASAP)

1x Single pulley

Carabiners

COURSE INFORMATION
Our Arizona Vortex Workshop is a 24-hour, hands-on workshop that progresses the student through the various configurations of the Arizona Vortex. The workshop will progress from the basic set-ups, such as the easel “A” frame, to various bi-pod configurations and ultimately the monopod or “gin pole” set-ups.

If you require more information, please email damian@worknrescue.ca

WITHDRAWALS
45 Days Prior to First Day of Class: An applicant providing written notification and a request for refund that is received by T’NT 45 days prior to the first day of class will receive a refund for the amount of the tuition less a $100 administration fee.

Less than 45 Days Prior to First Day of Class: T’NT is unable to offer a refund for a cancellation received less than 45 days prior to the first day of the class, with one exception: The student may receive a refund for the amount of the tuition less a $100 administration fee, if T’NT is able to fill the vacated spot with an applicant on the waiting list for that class.

Refunds are processed within 30 days of our receipt of written notice of the change in the applicant’s registration status. Refunds are issued to the original method of payment.

TRANSFERS
With written notice, registrants may transfer their registration to another student from the same organization. Written notice of the intent to transfer and receipt of the new student’s enrollment is required before the registration transfer is approved.
We will not issue credits for future courses or equipment.

CANCELLATION BY T'NT
In the unlikely event that we need to cancel a course, participants will receive a full refund or the option to reschedule at no additional costs. NOTE: T’NT is liable only for the full registration fee. Please keep this in mind when making additional commitments related to the class such as airplane, hotel, and car reservations—as T’NT is not responsible for reimbursement of any such charges. In the event of cancellation, T’NT will use its best efforts to give prompt notice.

Participants who do not show up for the course without prior notice will not be eligible for a refund. Students missing more than a half-day of the course may not be considered successful participants.