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Skate Block Systems in Technical Rope Rescue
Skate Block Systems provide a streamlined, efficient rigging solution for small teams performing rescues or load movements in specialized environments. These systems are particularly effective

Understanding the Purpose and Application of Backed-Up Anchor Systems
Backed-up anchor systems add redundancy and resilience to rope rescue and rigging operations. They serve as a safeguard against the failure of a primary anchor,

5 First Principles of Rescue Rigging
The Immutable Laws of Rigging: A Guide to First Principles This document outlines five principles of rescue rigging—foundational truths that are non-negotiable and from

Building a Rope Rescue Team with Terrain Awareness and Training Manuals
Congratulations on stepping into leadership for your search and rescue ropes team. It’s no small task. Building a rope rescue team requires more than equipment

TTRS Anchor Systems with Artificial High Directionals for Two Person Loads
Technical rope rescue demands anchor systems that are strong, efficient, and designed for redundancy. Building TTRS anchor systems with Artificial High Directionals (AHDs) is one

Rope Rescue Equipment
Understanding Rope Rescue Equipment is paramount in the high-stakes world of technical rope rescue. Equipment isn’t just a collection of tools; it’s the very lifeline

Two Tension Offset with Monopod and Side A-Frame
A two tension offset system allows rescuers to move loads laterally or diagonally—especially when vertical lowering is not an option. In this scenario, we use

CMC Clutch Twin Tension Two Tension Lower
The CMC Clutch Twin Tension Two Tension Lower has become a defining standard in modern rope rescue systems. By integrating the Clutch into a Twin

The Rope Wrench Revolution From Double Ropes to a Single Line
For years, the arborist’s preferred method for accessing a tree was a climbing hitch in a doubled rope system. As we’ve discussed, this method works

The Modern Arborist Overcoming Friction and Anchor Uncertainty
Arborist climbing is unique among all height disciplines. Unlike a rope access technician who works on known, rated anchors, a tree climber operates on living,