COURSE DESCRIPTION

Prerequisites

ArborMaster L1 Splicing Basics

Course Description

This course will cover an understanding of rope construction, different types, features and benefits of those constructions. All students will learn techniques for splicing; Class 1 double braid, Class 2 double braid, Working with small cordages, and making basic rope tools (lanyards, eye and eye cords, whoopie slings and loopie slings).

Course Topics

• Working With Rope
• Splicing  Class 1 Double Braid
• Splicing Class 2 Double Braid
• Working With Small Cordages and Making Basic Tools

Student Materials provided:

• All Rope needed for the course provided by Samson Rope

For an expanded course outline, please contact the ArborMaster office

What to Bring

Students are encouraged to bring any equipment they use and/or would like to discuss with the instructor. However it is required that students bring their own Personal Protective Equipment as outlined below.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Required

• Eye protection
• Work gloves

Personal Gear Required

(items provided at ArborMaster L1 Splicing Basics Course)

• Student Splicing Kit
• Lash-it
• Samson Splicing Instruction

Classes will take place rain or shine. We suggest before departing for your program, that you check the extended forecast for the area that the training will be held. If rain is at all forecasted, we recommend that you bring appropriate rain gear, thermal undergarments if in a colder climate and a change of clothing on the day of the class.