Our 6th and final look at the amazing Rescue Response Team in action. So who are these folks… Only one of the many were or are employees. Matt Adams, Team Coordinator and Director was the lone RRG employee. Everyone else are unpaid professionals in the field of “saving lives”. These are the heros of our […]
High Angle Raise with Vortex Side A-Frame, PART 2 FILE N.015 RESCUE RESPONSE TEAM Read More »
The following are notes taken from Peak Rescue Institute while on location in Joshua Tree National Park. The scenario is a pick-off using an “offset” and more specific a “two rope offset system”. I choose to keep the audio on this video as it really calls out the importance of communication. Offsets provide an amazing
Rigging and Running A Two Rope Offset System Read More »
Hey All! I wanted to drop in some thoughts about the equipment used when rigging highlines and other horizontal systems for the purposes of work and rescue. Your anchors are the key… the greater the angle between two anchor points, the greater the stress will be on those anchors. It must be the goal of
Horizontal Systems and the Gear Used Part 1 Read More »
The Arizona Vortex Workshop was hosted by Rescue Response Gear and The Rigging Lab. CMC Rescue taught the 3 day workshop and was well attended. Most of the evolutions included a Mirrored Systems using the CMC MPD and the progress capture on the main line, as well as the belay line. This type of set
Arizona Vortex Workshop: Day 1/Video 1, Easel A-Frame Read More »
Yates Spec Pak is a patient packaging and extrication system that combines the backboard immobilization of a short board with the suspension and support of a full body harness. The Spec Pak system utilizes an integrated polyethylene board along the back to reduce wear and create a smooth sliding surface for confined space operations. Grab
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A litter is a stretcher or basket designed to be used where there are obstacles to movement or other hazards: for example, in confined spaces, on slopes, in wooded terrain. Typically it is shaped to accommodate an adult in a face up position and it is used in search and rescue operations. The person is
Class 2 Litter Handling – Rescue Response Gear Read More »
A litter is a stretcher or basket designed to be used where there are obstacles to movement or other hazards: for example, in confined spaces, on slopes, in wooded terrain. Typically it is shaped to accommodate an adult in a face up position and it is used in search and rescue operations. The person is
Packaging Litter – Rescue Response Gear Read More »
A litter is a stretcher or basket designed to be used where there are obstacles to movement or other hazards: for example, in confined spaces, on slopes, in wooded terrain. Typically it is shaped to accommodate an adult in a face up position and it is used in search and rescue operations. The person is
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This segment demonstrates the vertical rescue litter pre rig (what is attached to the litter or stretcher prior to a raise or lower). This system is applied to (generally) Class 5 terrain evacuations. WARNING! – This video should not be used as a substitute for hands-on instruction; rather, it is intended to be used as
Patient Packaging – Vertical Litter Rig Read More »
Tower Rescue Training Videos Videos & dvds on safety, techniques, procedures, high angle, equipment, harnesses and gear. Some classes and courses available. Products included, Petzl, Sterling Rope, Traverse Rescue, PMI, ropes, harnesses, aluminum auto-lock carabiners, i’d, fall protection, headlamps, anchors, positioning lanyards, pulleys, ascenders, belays, etc. *This trailer is a preview of one video
Tower Rescue Training Video: Ground Based Litter Scoop Bight-Carry Techniques Read More »
