RIGGING LAB ACADEMY & RESCUE RESPONSE GEAR BLOG

CMC Capto vs Prusik
CMC Capto
Lance Piatt

CMC Capto vs Prusik

CMC Capto vs. Prusik: A Comprehensive Comparison When assembling a rope rescue system, choosing the right tools can significantly affect efficiency, safety, and versatility. Among

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The CMC Capto’s ability to streamline complex systems while ensuring safety makes it an invaluable tool for modern rope rescue operations. Rescucender vs Capto vs Prusik
3:1 systems
Lance Piatt

Mechanical Ascenders vs. Prusik Knots

Mechanical Ascenders vs. Prusik Knots When constructing rope rescue systems, particularly those involving 3:1 mechanical advantage setups, rescuers often choose between mechanical devices like the

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mastering v anchor systems
climbing safety
Lance Piatt

Mastering V Anchor Systems

Mastering V Anchor Systems: From Basics to Advanced Rescue Applications Introduction In rope rescue and climbing, the V anchor system stands out as a versatile,

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two rope offset system
80-20 rule
Lance Piatt

Lean and Mean Rigging Machine

Lean and Mean Rigging Machine Introduction: Overcoming Gear Overload We’ve all seen it—a gear closet bursting at the seams with tools, ropes, and hardware that

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Patient Packaging and Litter Handling Floating the litter
Class 5 rescue
Lance Piatt

Patient Packaging and Litter Handling

In the high-stakes world of technical rescue, precision and preparation are everything. Whether you’re navigating rugged slopes or suspended hundreds of feet above the ground,

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Patient and Litter Packaging
confined space rescue
Lance Piatt

Patient and Litter Packaging

Patient and Litter Packaging Patient and litter packaging is a cornerstone of technical rescue operations, ensuring the victim is secured safely, comfortably, and effectively for

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5th class litter raise
advanced rigging
Lance Piatt

Class 5 Litter Handling

Class 5 Litter Handling Class 5 litter handling represents the most technical and demanding aspects of rope rescue operations. This process involves safely managing the

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Class 3–4 litter handling
Class 3 terrain
Lance Piatt

Class 3–4 Litter Handling

Class 3–4 Litter Handling Class 3–4 terrain presents unique challenges for rescue teams. These environments introduce steep slopes, unstable ground, and critical transitions between scrambling

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litter patient package
Class 1–3 terrain
Lance Piatt

Low Angle Litter Handling and Management

Low Angle Litter Handling and Management Introduction Low-angle litter handling involves techniques for safely transporting patients across less severe terrain. While the challenges may be

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