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Hand signals of rescuer

No problem

Raise the right above the head with the palm facing downward and touching the helmet several times.

Meaning: procedure is completed and everything is clear.
When to use:
1. Use this no-problem signal to tell the instructor or crew chief that it is safe to get off the skid as the helicopter is maneuvering.
2. Use this no-problem signal to tell the crew chief above that the rescuer has reached the ground and everything is clear.
Instructions:eyes on the crew chief and tap the helmet 2 or 3 times.

Going up

• Meaning:go higher
• When to use:when the rescuer finds that the altitude is too low during the maneuvering.
• Instructions:eyes on crew chief and obstacle and use the hand signal continuously.

1. Extend both arms outwards at shoulder height with palms facing up.

2. Wave both arms upwards continuously.

Going down

Meaning: go lower
When to use:when the rescuer finds that the altitude is too high during the maneuvering.
Instructions: eyes on crew chief and obstacle and use the hand signal continuously.

1. Extend both arms outwards at shoulder height with palms facing down.

2. Wave both arms downwards continuously.

Pause

Extend both arms outwards at shoulder height with both hands making fists and facing downwards.

Meaning: maintain the current condition
When to use:
1. When the rescuer believes that the current condition has to be maintained during the maneuvering.
2. Use the pause signal for transition.
Instructions:eyes on the crew chief, keep both arm steady until the condition is relieved.

Direction pointing

Meaning: correct the direction or point at the right direction
When to use: when the rescuer finds that the helicopter has to move left or right during the maneuvering.
Instructions:eyes on crew chief and obstacle and use the hand signal continuously.

1. Front, rear, left or right with the arm stretching out and palm facing down.

2. Front, rear, left or right with the arm stretching out and palm facing the front.

3. Front, rear, left or right with the hand waving next to the ear.

2 to 5m from the ground (rappelling)

Meaning: signal the height and reduce the lowering speed
When to use: this signal is used when the rescuer is lowered from the helicopter and now 2 to 5m from the ground. This is to tell the crew chief that he/she is 2 to 5m from the ground.
Instructions: eyes on crew chief and obstacle and signal with arms or legs 2 or 3 times.

1. Extend both arms outwards at shoulder height with palms facing forwards.

2. Both arms move forward repeatedly until both palms meet.

3. Both legs open wide.

4. Repeatedly bring the legs forwards until they meet.

No problem, go up

Raise the left arm above the head and make circles with the index finger.

Meaning: make sure that the ascending procedure is completed.
When to use:
1. The rescuer completes the procedure on the ground and is ready to ascend.
2. The rescuer checks that the buckles and gears are safe and secured as he/she is 2 to 5m above ground. At this moment it is time for the motor check of the helicopter, and the rescuer signals the crew chief to ascend with the no-problem signal.
Instructions：eyes on crew chief and obstacle and use the hand signal continuously.

Emergency

Meaning:This is to tell that the rescuer is in an emergency.
When to use:the rescuer may use this signal to inform the crew chief of a possible danger during the maneuvering.
Instructions:eyes on crew chief and obstacle and use the hand signal continuously.

1. Cross both arms in front of the abdomen with both palms facing downwards.

2. Open both arms to approximately 60 degrees with both palms facing downwards.

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