Equipment Use
Tools vs Knowledge
Tools vs. Knowledge: Which Matters More in Rigging and Rescue? In technical rescue and rigging, the debate over the importance of tools versus knowledge is
Lance Piatt
July 4, 2019
RIGGING LAB ACADEMY & RESCUE RESPONSE GEAR BLOG
applied force
Building Your Rigging Quiver
Building Your Rigging Quiver We all want the best—a stellar life—but what does “best” even mean? Marriage, kids, friends, jobs, cars, houses… those are the
Lance Piatt
June 20, 2019
artificial high directionals
The Less Than 10 Percent Solution Highlines
The Less Than 10 Percent Solution Highlines The Less Than 10 Percent Solution Highlines are one of the most complex and intimidating rigging systems in
Lance Piatt
June 4, 2019
Load Testing
Parallel Hauls Doubled Mechanical Advantage
Parallel Hauls and Doubled Mechanical Advantage: Myth or Reality? In the world of technical rescue and rigging, misconceptions about mechanical advantage (MA) systems can lead
Craig McClure
May 22, 2019
Working on the Horizon Line
Working on the Horizon Line: Seeing What Lurks Below When rescue teams are called into action, split-second decisions can determine the outcome of an operation.
Lance Piatt
May 22, 2019
Communication in Rescue
How to Size Up Your Scene
How to Size Up Your Scene: Key Steps for Safe and Effective Rigging Before the first anchor is set or any rope technician approaches the
Lance Piatt
May 22, 2019
Compact Haul Kits
The Petzl Jag System
The Petzl Jag System: A Compact Powerhouse for Technical Rescue As technical rescue evolves, so do the tools and systems rescuers rely on to meet
Lance Piatt
May 22, 2019
Aerial Ladder
Using Vortex as Aerial Ladder
Using an Arizona Vortex as a Mock Aerial Ladder for Study Purposes Aerial ladders are a staple in technical rescue, offering height, leverage, and adaptability
Lance Piatt
May 16, 2019
anchor safety check
Embracing Imperfection in Training
Embracing Imperfection in Training In technical rescue, precision and safety are paramount. Yet, when it comes to learning and evolving within the industry, an overemphasis
Craig McClure
April 30, 2019
Bombproof anchors
English Reeve System in Highline Rigging
Insights Into Gear: The English Reeve System and Control Side The English Reeve System is a critical configuration in advanced highline rigging, offering operational flexibility
Mark Pfeifer
March 11, 2019
