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Hybrid Patient Connection Setup with Skate Block and Tracking Line

Hybrid Patient Connection Setup Skate Block and Tracking Line

Lance Piatt / Blog, CMC Clutch by Harken Industrial, Elevated Anchor Systems, Harken Industrial, Mainline Systems and Operations, Offset Track Line

Hybrid Patient Connection Setup with Skate Block and Tracking Line In this horizontal rescue setup, the team demonstrates a hybrid patient connection system combining a skate block line over a tracking line, offering both smooth movement and built-in redundancy. The configuration prioritizes patient safety while keeping the rigging clean and manageable. Let’s walk through the […]

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High Angle Pickoff with Petzl Jag

Lance Piatt / Blog, Offset Track Line

High Angle Pickoff with Petzl Jag (Load Transfer) High angle pickoffs are critical in technical rope rescue, especially when a suspended subject must be safely transferred into the rescuer’s system. This operation involved a full pickoff using a double long-tail bowline, load transfer device, and a controlled descent system. Initial Setup and Approach The pickoff

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Ground Based Lowering Using Petzl IDs in Skate Block Rescues

Lance Piatt / Blog, Offset Track Line

Ground-Based Descent Management in Skate Block Systems Effective ground based lowering and using Petzl IDs in skate block rescues demands not only precision at the top-end rigging but also control and clarity at the base of the system. In a skate block offset, the bottom-side setup plays a pivotal role in managing the descent of

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Skate Block Offset Rescue Systems

Lance Piatt / Blog, Dynamic Directional, Offset Track Line

Skate Block Offset Rescue Systems The skate block offset rescue system is a critical system in technical rope rescue. It enables teams to conduct ground-based operations when rescuers need to access a subject located high above. This method is ideal when top-down access isn’t possible. By approaching from the bottom up, teams can maintain control,

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Purpose and Functionality of the Tracking Line Offset

Lance Piatt / Blog, Designing Your Processes, Mainline Systems and Operations, Offset Track Line

Purpose and Functionality of the Tracking Line Offset Purpose and Functionality of the Tracking Line Offset: In technical rope rescue operations, particularly during steep-angle evacuations, the implementation of a tracking line offset system is crucial for ensuring the safety and efficiency of both the rescue team and the patient. This system is designed to maintain

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Implementing a Skate Block System with a Monopod Artificial High Directional-over the edge two twin tension system for rope rescue

Mastering the Two-Tension Rope System

Lance Piatt / Arizona Vortex, Artificial High Directional AHD, Blog, Mainline Systems and Operations, Offset Track Line

Introduction to Two-Tension Rope Systems The two-tension rope system is a fundamental component in high-angle rescue operations, representing the primary method taught by RLA (Rescue Learning Academy) for efficiently lowering and raising rescue loads. This system, particularly when integrated with the Multi-Purpose Device (MPD), offers a safer and more manageable approach by eliminating fall factors

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Trackline Skate Block Using Gin Pole

Lance Piatt / Blog, Elevated Anchor Systems, Highline Rigging, Litter Operations, Mainline Systems and Operations, Offset Track Line

Trackline Skate Block Using Gin Pole In technical rescue operations, the trackline skate block system stands out for its efficiency and adaptability, particularly in challenging environments like steep cliffs. By integrating a monopod/gin pole as the Artificial High Directional (AHD), teams can achieve enhanced operational height and clearance, enabling safer and more effective rescues. System

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Dynamic Directional Offset System

Lance Piatt / Blog, Dynamic Directional, Mainline Systems and Operations, Offset Track Line

Dynamic Directional Offset System Using an A-Frame and Natural High Directional Dynamic directional offset systems are an innovative approach to technical rescue, offering strength, versatility, and adaptability for bridging large gaps and spans. By integrating a standard A-Frame Artificial High Directional (AHD) with natural high directional elements, this method provides a unique blend of support

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Enhancing Technical Rescue Excellence

Lance Piatt / Blog, Elevated Anchor Systems, Litter Operations, Offset Track Line, Portable Anchors, Pulley Systems, Skate Blocks

Enhancing Technical Rescue Excellence In a pivotal move to elevate their technical rescue capabilities, the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Unit (EDSAR) partnered with Rigging Lab Academy to host a comprehensive workshop designed to refine operational efficiency and technical proficiency. This collaboration not only honed essential rescue skills but also fostered team cohesion

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Mastering High Angle Rescues Using Dual Rope Systems

Lance Piatt / Blog, Designing Your Processes, Dynamic Directional, Offset Track Line, Online Training Education, Portable Anchors, Skate Blocks

Mastering High Angle Rescues Using Dual Rope Systems Mastering high angle rescues using dual rope systems is a crucial skill for any technical rescue team. These operations test the limits of adaptability, teamwork, and advanced rigging techniques. By focusing on dual rope systems, such as the Two Tension Rope System (TTRS), teams can ensure safe

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