In Zip Line 9 procedures, which step is executed second?

• A. Transfer - transfer participant to static belay on zip platform
• B. Clip-in - zip static to participant's front belay loop
• C. Sweep - around participant checking for anything still attached or caught
• D. Check - 5 H's

Answer: (D)

The sequence tests how safety checks are ordered before any physical actions on the participant. After you have swept the area to ensure nothing is loose or caught, you perform the Check – the 5 H’s – to verify five critical safety elements are all correct before moving on to attaching or transferring anyone.

This placement ensures any gear or setup issue is caught early, preventing complications that could arise after transferring or clipping in. If you moved to transfer or clip in before confirming these safety factors, you’d risk handling a problem only after more steps have been taken.

So, the second step is Check – 5 H’s, following the initial Sweep to clear the area.