Petzl ID & Rig Ascenders & Descenders
A short video on simple methods of ascending and descending using the Petzl I’D, Croll, and Rig. The Petzl I’D and Rig are multifunctional, compact
Lance Piatt
October 28, 2014
RIGGING LAB ACADEMY & RESCUE RESPONSE GEAR BLOG
PEAK Rescue Lowers with Petzl I’D
“Multi-functional handle allows the user to : – unblock the rope and control the descent with the hand on the free end of the rope
Lance Piatt
October 24, 2014
How does a Petzl Croll Work?
A Petzl Croll is an ascending device[1] used in caving and industrial rope access made by the French company Petzl. Its name comes from the
Lance Piatt
October 21, 2014
Portrait of the Petzl RIG
The Petzl Rig is designed for rope access work (expert users only). The multi-functional handle allows the user to : – Unblock the rope and
Lance Piatt
October 21, 2014
Practical uses of the Petzl Zigzag and the Petzl Zillon
Practical uses of the Petzl Zigzag and the Petzl Zillon The ZigZag is a mechanical prusik that allows the user to move around efficiently in
Lance Piatt
October 21, 2014
Pulleys & Systems for Rescue & Industrial Rope Access
Pulley Systems Introduction Victims in the field of rescue often times find themselves stranded somewhere well above head level on cliffs, mountains, bridges,
Lance Piatt
October 20, 2014
Skate Block at Bend Fire Department
Another picture from the physics class with Richard Delaney where one of the students (background) is being lowered along a skate block system. Next to
Lance Piatt
September 19, 2014
Deschutes Brewery Shoot
Deschutes Brewery in Bend, Oregon sits in a beautiful location overlooking the Old Mill District. We have a great relationship with Deschutes and their Brewery
Lance Piatt
September 18, 2014
What is the inspection process of PPE?
What is the inspection process of PPE? In addition to the inspection before each use, an in-depth inspection of your PPE must be carried
Lance Piatt
September 4, 2014
What is PPE?
What is PPE? PPE is Personal Protective Equipment, equipment worn or carried by the user. PPE is classified in three categories: Category 1: minor hazards, light
Lance Piatt
September 4, 2014
