High angle rope rescue teams are not needed in every area or EMS organization. Even though you may never need to employ a high angle rope rescue, it's always a good idea to have members of your team who are sufficiently trained to use rope rescue or tactical rescue techniques . No matter how big your organization, having several members of your crew trained and certified in high angle rope or tactical rope rescue situations is a lifesaver if the need ever arises. The Right Training and Certification The key to a successful high angle rope rescue team is to have members who have been trained to use both the best equipment for high angle rescues and the techniques needed to perform such a rescue. For those who are interested, there are classes available that teach both high angle and low angle rescue techniques . Each team member learns how to effectively use each piece of equipment, as well as the many rescue techniques that can be used in specific situations.