RIGGING LAB ACADEMY & RESCUE RESPONSE GEAR BLOG

Petzl ID Evac Uses
hands-free position
Lance Piatt

Petzl ID Evac Uses

Petzl ID Evac: Main Uses and Practical Applications The Petzl ID Evac is a specialized self-braking descender designed for exceptional control and versatility in rescue

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Arizona Vortex Guidebook
Vortex Assembly and Overview
Lance Piatt

Arizona Vortex Guidebook

The Arizona Vortex Guidebook: Your Ultimate High Directional Resource The Arizona Vortex Guidebook serves as a definitive resource for rescue professionals, rope technicians, and rigging

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A Mechanical Advantage Overview
5 Rules to Help Determine Simple & Compound Mechanical Advantage Systems
Lance Piatt

A Mechanical Advantage Overview

A Mechanical Advantage Overview In the world of technical rescue and rigging, mechanical advantage (MA) is a fundamental principle that transforms raw effort into efficient,

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General Rescue Principles
Counterbalance technique
Lance Piatt

General Rescue Principles

General Rescue Principles Rescue operations, whether in urban or wilderness environments, rely heavily on a solid foundation of principles that guide decision-making and execution. These

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A Primer on Rope Certifications
FDNY Large Area Search Kit
Lance Piatt

A Primer on Rope Certifications

A Primer on Rope Certifications Introduction A Primer on Rope Certifications… crucial for ensuring the safety, durability, and reliability of ropes used in various applications,

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CSR2 Pulley System
confined space rescue kits and systems
Lance Piatt

CMC Rescue CSR2 Pulley System

CMC Rescue CSR2 Pulley System: Worth Another Look The CMC Rescue CSR2 Pulley System represents a significant advancement in efficiency and reliability for confined space

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Arizona Vortex Basic Configurations Overview
A-Frame configuration shown is a Directional Frame
Lance Piatt

Arizona Vortex Basic Configurations Overview

Arizona Vortex Basic Configurations Overview The Arizona Vortex stands out as one of the most versatile and essential tools in technical rescue and rigging. Its

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Two Tension Rope System with Petzl JAG
lowering with the device on the anchor
Lance Piatt

Comparison Between Maestro and ID

Comparison Between Maestro and ID for a Rescue Using Twin Tensioned Haul Lines The evolution of technical rescue gear has brought us tools that excel

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Two Rope Tension System A-Frame
A-Frame Resultant Insight
Lance Piatt

Two Rope Tension System A-Frame

Two Rope Tension System A-Frame Resultant Insight  In technical rescue and rigging, understanding resultant forces is fundamental to ensuring stability and safety in complex systems.

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