The following is inferred from the book The GAP and the GAIN by Dan Sullivan The context is human development, not algorithmic outcomes. The question as to where measure success has been around for thousands of years. The topic could be about personal development or team development. How about some topics for success? How to …
Before any rope zealot goes over the edge, before even the first anchor is set, the most important step of any rigging job must be taken: The scene size up, or job hazard analysis, depending on your industry. Much has been written and recited regarding the art of the size up, so rather than rehash, …
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This is the week of what I consider family and purpose. While yes… I will fully admit, this entire mock rescue was staged! News right? Well, as with all the other Rescue Response Team video series, they are all based on actual rescues. Systems were altered a bit to reflect more up to date techniques. …
Sianna and Natalie are best friends. Walking innocently in the woods and bad luck befriends them… No! A misunderstanding and a lack of awareness on the part of both Natalie and Sianna created this domino effect. So just how often does this happen in real life? Everyday! And thus starts another group of best friends …
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 …
Rescue Rope-Based Rigging Concepts… A new book by Steve Crandall. At first glance I see Images, Content and a Warning sign! A warning sign? Because books are not intended to be used in place of active proficient practice. Steve’s insight on the subject of rope rescue, rigging and intellectual concepts of physics, breathes life into the …
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Part 1 of this High Definition video of two boys exploring a cave is sure to grab your attention. One boy falls into a cave. The Rescue Response Team responds and employs rope rescue gear and rescue techniques to successfully lower a medic to attend to the injured boy. They then raise the boy up …
Part 1 of this High Definition video of two boys exploring a cave is sure to grab your attention. One boy falls into a cave. The Rescue Response Team responds and employs rope rescue gear and rescue techniques to successfully lower a medic to attend to the injured boy. They then raise the boy …
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Part 2 of this High Definition video of two boys exploring a cave is sure to grab your attention. Be sure to watch Part 1. One boy falls into a cave. The Rescue Response Team responds and employs rope rescue gear and rescue techniques to successfully lower a medic to attend to the injured …
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