RIGGING LAB ACADEMY & RESCUE RESPONSE GEAR BLOG

Artificial High Directional Types
AHD systems
Lance Piatt

Artificial High Directional Types

Artificial High Directionals Types (AHDs) play a critical role in technical rescue and rigging scenarios, offering versatile solutions for elevated anchors and mechanical advantage systems.

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Ganged Haul System Mechanical Advantage
"Ganged On Haul" pulley system to the main line.
Lance Piatt

Ganged Haul System Mechanical Advantage

A ganged haul system refers to a setup where multiple hauling systems are linked or “ganged” together to achieve a higher mechanical advantage or to

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The Cave Rescue
AZTEK kit
Lance Piatt

The Cave Rescue

Two young adventurers exploring a cave, an unexpected fall, and the call to action for rescue professionals—a scenario many rope rescue teams train for. While

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Artificial High Directional Types
anchor systems
Jason Ilowite

Rigging Workstation

The Rigging Effect: Keeping Ropes Off the Ground with a Rigging Workstation Efficient and effective rigging begins with organization, and one of the simplest yet

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safety and rescue - Rescue Equipment Training
rescue equipment cache
Jason Ilowite

Rescue Equipment Training

Rescue Equipment Training As technical rescue operations evolve, Rescue Equipment Training is becoming more sophisticated and versatile. Multi-purpose devices, advanced kits, and artificial high-directionals are

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Online On-Demand Training-The Hierarchy of Rope Rescue Learning Pathway - Strategic Gear Purchasing for Rescue Teams - Class 5 Litter Handling Techniques
best way to buy rescue equipment
Lance Piatt

Strategic Gear Purchasing for Rescue Teams

Strategic Gear Purchasing for Rescue Teams When purchasing gear for rescue operations, a strategic approach ensures every piece of equipment serves a critical purpose, optimizes

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V Anchor System Top Belay
belay techniques
Lance Piatt

V Anchor System Top Belay

How to Set Up a V Anchor System for Friction-Heavy Top Rope Top Belay The V Anchor System offers versatility for climbing and rescue applications,

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V Anchor for Rappelling
anchor systems
Lance Piatt

V Anchor for Rappelling

Simplifying the V Anchor for Rappelling Anchoring forms the foundation of all rope systems, whether for climbing, rescue, or recreational activities. Richard Delaney from Rope

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Double V Anchor System
double V anchor
Lance Piatt

Double V Anchor System

Using a Double V Anchor System for Twin Tensioned Rope Systems The V anchor system is widely regarded for its simplicity and versatility. As demonstrated

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