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WHAT DO YOU DO IF YOU ARE DRIFTING TOWARDS POWER LINES, WATER OR

OTHER DANGEROUS SITUATIONS?

Your reserve parachute has a double riser configuration at the shoulders of your harness that

goes directly to the reserve parachute. You may be able to pull down on one riser and redirect

your parachute that direction. This may require strength comparable to doing a continuous

chin up to maintain that input.

Power Lines:

If it looks like you will be descending through rows of power

lines, position your body with your chin tucked on your chest,

your arms wrapped straight over your head. Try to position

your body as narrow as possible in an attempt to clear or

bounce off the power lines. If you are stuck hanging from

electrical lines do not touch the ground or allow anyone to

touch you. Kevlar, spectra and nylon are all conductors. If

possible wait for someone to turn off the electricity before you

attempt rescue.

Remember: under certain conditions electricity can arc. Just

because you are not touching the ground does not mean you

are 100% safe.

If you fly into lower voltage power lines it is possible that you will short them out but don't count

on it. Some people who have gotten caught in power lines hanging above the ground have

actually gotten out of their harnesses and jumped safely to the ground. It is good to practice

harness egress while hanging from your parachute bridle at home before each repack.

Water Landings:

If you think you are going to descend into water pay attention to wind direction and try to orient

yourself facing into the wind. Do not forget to take a deep breath before you hit the water.

Remember most people can hold their breath at least a minute so you have plenty of time to

deal with your situation.

Once you are in the water it is your job to get out of your harness dive down and swim up

wind.

If you find yourself under water with your canopy overhead try not to make any thrashing

movements. The lines and parachute can easily tie you up under water. Remain calm and

deal with the task at hand.

WHAT DO YOU DO AFTER YOU LAND?

Disconnect from your paraglider and reserve parachute. Get out of your harness immediately.

Have your hook knife ready just in case you get dragged. Radio your friends your location,

position and condition.

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