Description
Attend to another climber’s safety and climbing progress. Belay them, shortening the amount of rope between them and the next anchor or giving slack if the climber needs to perform a manoeuvre. Communicate and coordinate with the climber.
Alternative labels
spotting of other climbers
communicate with climbers
oversee other climbers
assist climbers
oversee climbers
assist other climbers
spotting other climbers
climber spotting
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
occupation-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Spot other climbers is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Steeplejack: Steeplejacks are specialised heightworkers who safely scale the outside of buildings and structures to perform critical work.
Optional skill
Spot other climbers is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
References
- Spot other climbers – ESCO
