Patient and Litter Packaging Patient and litter packaging is a cornerstone of technical rescue operations, ensuring the victim is secured safely, comfortably, and effectively for
Low Angle Litter Handling and Management Introduction Low-angle litter handling involves techniques for safely transporting patients across less severe terrain. While the challenges may be
Comprehensive Guide on Patient Packaging and Movement Techniques for Rope Rescue In the challenging field of rope rescue, effective patient packaging and terrain assessment are
Two Rope Offset Systems or “cross hauling” uses two identical working systems (normally). Now while some use a main-belay system, we are advocating a “two
The PETZL MAESTRO is a descent control device with an integral progress capture pulley for technical rescues. Additional MAESTRO benefits include: Shifting from a haul
Time for transparency here. Highlines versus Offsets. Which is one of these accomplishes the goal of moving the person or load from one side to
Arizona Vortex Workshop Highlights… Rescue Response Gear, in concert with Rigging Lab Academy, is in the process of building a Arizona Vortex AHD video
Well, it’s only day 2 of my NCRC training, and my Advil supply is already running low. I’m often finding myself flashing back to Marine
By: LeRoy Harbach We spend a great deal of time (or should) attending training, then cleaning, organizing, packing and preparing equipment to ensure it is
Pulley Systems Introduction Victims in the field of rescue often times find themselves stranded somewhere well above head level on cliffs, mountains, bridges,
