Welcome to Midwall Pickoff Rescue Techniques: Mastering Solo and Team-Based Rescue Operations When it comes to rope rescues, one of the defining distinctions between an operational rescuer and a technician is their ability to effectively manage a patient while suspended vertically from a rope. Midwall pickoff rescue techniques highlight the complexities of these rescues and […]
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Comprehensive Guide to Pickoff Rescues in Rope Rescue Operations The “Comprehensive Guide to Pickoff Rescues in Rope Rescue Operations” emphasizes that managing a patient suspended vertically from a rope is crucial, distinguishing an operational rescuer from a technician, with effective patient packaging and rope patient management being essential to successful rescue operations. Packaging and Managing
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Again, we are using the CMC Clutch as the lowering and or raising device for these pick-off examples. Once all the lines have been set up, it’s time to secure the rope rescue system. First, attach a prusik hitch to each of the lines about two feet above their ends. Connect the pick-off strap to
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In the following illustrated examples, we are using the Harken CMC Clutch and AZTEK (MA “set of fours”) to effect the rescue pickoff. Since a rappel pick off is a rescue, an independent belay should be used. In these illustrations, we have left off showing the belay line for clarity. If the team has a
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For a Team Based pickoff, the MA is rigged at the top by the team, a ganged-on system is usually needed in order to raise the load. Once the victim has been freed, the team based MA lowers the victim onto the pickoff strap. For a Solo Rescue pickoff, this MA must be rigged by the rescuer. There
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Pickoff Overview An unsupported pickoff is rescuing a climber or hiker from a variety of angles. More injuries and deaths occur on slopes that are less than vertical and often require as many technicians as a more high profile vertical rescue. When performing a pickoff rescue, the rescuer is often “powered” by the system, which
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So what is Small Party Assisted Rescue? Well, it’s essentially a 2-4 “person” (cavers, climbers, mountain SAR, etc.) assisting an injured member of their team or party without the reliance or assistance from outside resources or teams. I am going to share with you a very small but important part of cave rescue that applies
The Petzl JAG System is an essential and versatile tool in rescue and rigging applications, designed for high-efficiency hauling and tensioning tasks. It is ideal for use in pickoffs, creating releasable anchors, and tensioning systems, with the flexibility to handle confined spaces or complex rescues. The system’s compactness allows it to be deployed in tight
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Training new recruits in fire service and search and rescue teams is one of the most critical challenges that leaders face each year. Recruits come in with little to no experience, making it essential to provide them with a solid foundation in rope rescue techniques. Missteps at the foundational level can lead to inefficiencies or
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The CMC Clutch by Harken Industrial is a revolutionary piece of equipment designed for a wide range of rescue and rope access operations. Known for its versatility, durability, and safety features, the Clutch has become a trusted tool in both urban and wilderness rescue scenarios, as well as in industrial settings. It excels in tasks
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