Short tying a rescue tube

• Short tying a rescue tube is a skill a surf lifeguard should know if participating in any rock rescue training
• The long lanyard of the rescue tube may snag on rocks in surging swell, risking entrapment
• Short tying your rescue tube ensures it remains clear while navigating on and off rocks

Short tying a rescue tube

• Ensure the rescue tube lanyard is clear, knot free and in good condition
• Lay the rescue tube on the ground and begin at the base of the rescue tube, where the rope connects

With two hands, form an overhand loop holding it in place with your thumb

Using your free hand, reach through the loop and pull the rope partially through to form another loop

Repeat this process until you are out of slack lanyard

TIP: Keep the chain links small and tidy for the best results

To secure the short tie, take hold of the last loop from the lanyard chain in one hand

In your other hand, hold the spliced loop that attaches to the black shoulder strap

Secure both loops into the metal clip at the end of the rescue tube

• To check if you have completed the short tie correctly, unclip both loops and toss the rescue tube while holding onto the black shoulder strap.

• The daisy chain of lanyard should uncoil freely.