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Cliff Rescue Techniques
cliff rescue techniques
Lance Piatt

Cliff Rescue Techniques

Cliff Rescue Techniques High-angle rescues push the boundaries of technical skill and operational strategy, particularly when faced with the challenges of uneven terrain and steep

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Cliff Rescue Strategies
cliff rescue strategies
Lance Piatt

Cliff Rescue Strategies

Cliff Rescue Strategies In cliff rescue operations, efficiency, precision, and safety are paramount. This case study examines how the Rescue Response Team approached a challenging

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Gin Pole Rigging
confined space rescue
Lance Piatt

Gin Pole Rigging

The gin pole monopod stay is a powerful and versatile tool in technical rope rescue and rigging applications. Its ability to support loads in high-angle

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Dynamic Directionals Rigging
dynamic directionals rigging
Lance Piatt

Dynamic Directionals Rigging

In technical rope rescue and rigging, horizontal systems present unique challenges and opportunities. The use of dynamic directionals allows riggers to create efficient and adaptable

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Mechanical Advantage Basics
hauling systems
Lance Piatt

Mechanical Advantage Basics

Mechanical advantage (MA) is a foundational concept in rigging and rescue systems, allowing rescuers to multiply their pulling force to lift or move heavy loads.

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Advanced Rope Rescue Techniques
Advanced Techniques
Lance Piatt

Advanced Rope Rescue Techniques

Rope rescue operations demand efficiency, precision, and adaptability to handle complex scenarios. Over time, techniques and systems have evolved to address specific challenges faced in

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3 ways to learn just about everything. Auditory (hearing and or verbal)
Lance Piatt

Learning Styles in Rope Rescue

While observing the Peak Rescue Institute’s 2017 Fall Course at Joshua Tree National Park, I encountered a pivotal moment in rope rescue training. The course

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