Jump rescue device

Jump rescue devices are items of fire brigade equipment that are used to rescue people who can only escape from dangerous situations by jumping or who are at risk of falling or jumping for other reasons.

Types of jump rescue devices

Mechanical jump rescue devices

These are characterized by the fact that they can only be used with a holding team. The maximum rescue height is eight meters, for details see jumping sheets without support and jumping sheets with support .

Pneumatic jump rescue devices

Pneumatic jump rescue devices are characterized by the fact that only one operating team is required to establish and restore operational readiness. With these devices, a rescue can take place from a height of up to 16 meters - depending on the model, significantly higher. More on this under jump pads .

Use of jump rescue devices

The use of jump rescue devices is associated with considerable risks both for the fire brigade and for the person to be rescued. The risks increase as the jump height increases. From a height of 8 or 16 meters, the risk becomes disproportionately high, so that the use of jump rescue devices is extremely problematic. Because of the high risks, jump rescue devices are only used when there are no other escape routes available.

With all jump rescue devices, it must be ensured that they are made ready for use near the actual jumping-off point and are only finally brought into position after they have been completely set up. This prevents people from jumping off too early.

Practice jumps

According to the accident prevention regulations of the fire brigades and the corresponding operating instructions, practice or show jumps with jump rescue devices are prohibited.