May 28, 2026

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Why Pulley Selection Matters More Than Most Rescue Teams Realize

/ Blog, Pulley Systems, Pulleys & Mechanical Advantage, Uncategorized

Why Pulley Selection Matters More Than Most Rescue Teams Realize Most rescue personnel learn pulleys through mechanical advantage systems. A 3:1 contains a certain number of pulleys. A 5:1 contains a few more. Eventually, the conversation moves toward hauling efficiency, progress capture, and system resets. While those discussions are important, they often leave one critical […]

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The Hidden Role of Rescue Harness Design in Technical Rope Systems

/ Blog, Harnesses

In technical rescue, harnesses are often treated as static pieces of personal protective equipment. In reality, the harness becomes the central interface between the rescuer and the entire rope system. Every ascent, descent, edge transition, positioning movement, litter operation, and directional shift passes through that platform. The harness is not merely something a rescuer wears.

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Why Growing Rescue Programs Use RLA CORE Squad

/ Blog, Designing Your Processes, How-To Concepts, Online Training Education, Personal Competencies, Principles of Learning, Professional Standards

Squad Is Where Rescue Training Stops Being Informal Most rescue organizations begin with motivated individuals. A few strong technicians train consistently, absorb outside instruction, attend conferences, build systems together, and gradually become the operational backbone of the team. Over time, these individuals start carrying increasing responsibility inside the organization. One person becomes the training officer.

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