RIGGING LAB ACADEMY & RESCUE RESPONSE GEAR BLOG

Critical Thinking in Rescue
critical thinking in rescue
Jason Ilowite

Critical Thinking in Rescue

Critical Thinking in Rescue In technical rescue, every decision can mean the difference between success and failure, or even life and death. Rescue scenarios are

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Glacier Cave Explorers
cave explorer
Lance Piatt

Glacier Cave Explorers

I want to say that I am extremely excited to say… “hey!… I know these guys!”  Brent McGregor, Eddy Cartaya and Tom Wood. Brent (climber,

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The Six-Week Rule
habit formation
Lance Piatt

The Six-Week Rule

The Six-Week Rule: Transforming Skills Through Focused Commitment In the process of mastering new skills, the greatest obstacle is often unlearning old habits that no

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Counterbalance Rescue Technique
mechanical advantage pulley system
Lance Piatt

Counterbalance Rescue Technique

In rescue operations, the counterbalance technique is a fundamental method that leverages human weight to facilitate the movement of loads, such as rescuing individuals from

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change management
Lance Piatt

Culture and New Opportunities

In the dynamic landscape of organizational development, aligning company culture with emerging opportunities is crucial. This alignment ensures that new initiatives resonate with the organization’s

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Choosing the Right Rigging System
choosing the right rigging system
Lance Piatt

Choosing the Right Rigging System

Understanding Rigging Systems: Key Considerations and Questions Rigging systems are as versatile and complex as the challenges they’re designed to address. Whether you’re building a

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Using an A-Frame Mounted Winch
4 Artificial High Directional AHD Types
Lance Piatt

Using an A-Frame Mounted Winch

Using an A-Frame Mounted Winch: A Tool of Controversy in Rigging A-frame mounted winches are often seen as a convenient solution for lifting and hauling

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Artificial High Directionals
and is currently all the craze in the rescue world
Jason Ilowite

Artificial High Directionals

Artificial High Directionals (AHDs) have become a cornerstone in technical rope rescue, providing innovative solutions to some of the most challenging scenarios. From reducing edge

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Bypassing the Anti-Panic System
anti-panic function
Lance Piatt

Bypassing the Anti-Panic System

Bypassing the Anti-Panic System on the Petzl I’D: Understanding the Technique and Its Applications The Petzl I’D descender is renowned for its advanced features, particularly

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