Metal clip (D-shape) used to connect the climbing rope to the harness “Scratch down on the belly button” Lock carabiner by screwing down Squeeze check - check to make sure carabiner is locked

Type of belay device (braking system) Attached to the carabiner and rope of the belayer Properly attached - Pull both ends of rope that extend from sheriff Black part of sheriff and rope is in the carabiner of the belayer

two figure eights and two pieces of rope is threaded through the carabiner

a backup knot above the double figure eight - Two loops and through itself

Stops a climber from falling

Regulates the speed of the climber Moves (traverse) with climber as they move across a high element Holds rope in brake position, unless gathering slack Brake hand NEVER comes off the rope Two hands in brake position when lowering a climber Use proper belay technique

collect extra slack in rope by pulling with guide hand and brake hand

move hand by hip to brake position

crossover guide hand to brake position

slide brake hand up on rope closer to sheriff

Properly fitted on waist, 3 buckles fastened with no red and purple loop attached on back

snug fit and covering forehead

squeeze check and attached to the harness

Double figure eight on a bight and safety knots are properly dressed

You should check the climber, belay team, and belayer

Pull both ends of rope that is in the sheriff and look to see if the black part of sheriff and rope are in the carabiner of the belayer

maintain 2 hands on the belayer’s purple loop; keep a wide stance; keep the belayer from moving forward and/or upward

also known as the back-up belayer; maintain 2 hands on the rope at all times; maintain a U shape; no stepping on rope; gather extra rope, help maintain speed of climber being lowered, Look at Belayer - Are they in brake Position?

or Element Tendor - pushes element back; holds the ladder in place while looking forward not up

Climber = Is belay on?

Belayer = Belay is on. (after checking to see if all team members are ready)

Climber = Climbing?

Belayer = Climb Away!