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Run the rope from the climber through his feelinghand (which tests slack), around the hips to his brakinghand (which will serve as brake), and make certain therope will slide readily.
Anchor himself to the rock with a portion of theclimbing rope if his position is doubtful. Be ready to move the braking hand close in front ofthe body so that body friction can help check the rope in afall. Make sure remainder of rope is so laid out as to runfreely through the braking hand. See that rope does not run over sharp edges of rock. Avoid letting too much slack develop in the ropethrough constant use of the feeling hand, except where thishand is used as an anchor. Gently tug the line running tothe climber, thus sensing his movement. Avoid taking upslack too suddenly and throwing the climber off balance. |
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