We also learnt how to take a stretcher basket down and up a cliff as well. This will happen in the event of a nasty glacier or crevace accident. We all cross our fingers that we never actually HAVE to undertake a real life rescue. The odds are stacked against anyone who injures themselves down there.
There have been many deaths over the years and 5 just this year on the continent – so it can be a very dangerous place to live I have to say. But we are well trained and we are a good crew, so if the worst does occur, we will be ready to come to the aid of one of our team.