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Staffing Reductions in Emergency Services

Lance Piatt / Blog, Leadership, Safe Practices, Team Competencies, Technical Learning

Enhancing Fire Department and Search & Rescue Efficiency During Staffing Reductions Staffing Reductions in Emergency Services, Fire departments and search and rescue teams are vital in ensuring public safety. However, during economic downturns, staffing reductions may become unavoidable, leading to challenges such as longer response times and increased risks. Even with limited resources, fire departments […]

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Fire Department Challenges During Recession

Lance Piatt / Blog, Team Competencies, Technical Learning

How Recessions Affect Fire Departments and How to Adapt Fire Department Challenges During Recession; Economic downturns force local governments to make tough budget decisions, and fire departments often face significant cuts. Reduced funding impacts training, equipment, staffing, and overall emergency preparedness. However, proactive planning and innovative strategies can help departments navigate these challenges without compromising

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Metacognition and GAP in Rope Rescue

Lance Piatt / Blog, Designing Your Processes, Leadership, Safe Practices, Team Competencies

Metacognition and GAP in Rope Rescue Rope rescue and rigging are inherently complex, requiring not only technical skills but also strategic thinking and adaptability. By integrating metacognition with the principles of GAP and GAIN, teams can create a framework that fosters continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence. Metacognition in Rope Rescue Metacognition, or “thinking about

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Developing a Technical Rope Rescue Strategy

Lance Piatt / Blog, Leadership, Personal Competencies, Team Competencies

Developing a Technical Rope Rescue Strategy Developing a Technical Rope Rescue Strategy is a complex, multi-layered process requiring a combination of goals, projects, and systems working seamlessly together to achieve successful outcomes. Each component must be tailored to the specific needs of a rescue scenario, as no two situations are alike. The right strategy can

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Metacognition in Rope Rescue

Lance Piatt / Blog, Lance Piatt, Team Competencies, Technical Learning, Two (Twin) Tension Rope Systems / 33 Comments

Metacognition in Rope Rescue and Rigging: A Transformative Skill for Rescuers Metacognition, often referred to as “thinking about thinking,” is an essential skill in high-stakes environments like rope rescue and rigging. This cognitive process helps professionals navigate complex scenarios by fostering self-awareness, strategic planning, and adaptive problem-solving. By bridging the gap between theory and practice,

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3 Tips for Online Learning in Rescue Training

Lance Piatt / Blog, Organizing, Principles of Learning, Professional Standards, Team Competencies / 134 Comments

3 Tips for Online Learning in Rescue Training The transition to online training is no longer a question of “if” but “how effectively.” For rigging professionals in the fire service, Sheriff’s Search and Rescue, and other emergency services, online education has become a crucial part of skill development. However, challenges in engagement, participation, and learning

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Marginal Anchors

Lance Piatt / Anchoring, Blog, General Rigging, Pulley Systems, Team Competencies / 335 Comments

Revised Blog: Marginal Anchors and Anchor Considerations in Rope Rigging Systems Marginal anchors in rope rigging systems offer an interesting yet sometimes controversial approach to anchor construction. At their core, marginal anchors refer to independent anchor points that, individually, may not support a load but, when used together as a system, can create a strong

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Bombproof Anchor Techniques for Rigging and Rescue

Lance Piatt / Anchoring, Anchors, General Rigging, Team Competencies / 37 Comments

The Art of the Bombproof Anchor in Rigging and Rescue What is a Bombproof Anchor? A bombproof anchor is a cornerstone of safe and effective rigging. It is designed to withstand every load you throw at it, offering ultimate reliability for both rigging and rescue operations. The term “bombproof” implies an anchor system so robust

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Tools vs Knowledge

Lance Piatt / Blog, Principles of Learning, Team Competencies, Technical Learning / 2,756 Comments

Tools vs. Knowledge: Which Matters More in Rigging and Rescue? In technical rescue and rigging, the debate over the importance of tools versus knowledge is a frequent topic of discussion. While tools—such as carabiners, pulleys, and ropes—are essential for the work, they are inanimate objects that require the wisdom, understanding, and experience of the user

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Building Your Rigging Quiver

Lance Piatt / Artificial High Directional AHD, Blog, Elevated Anchor Systems, Safe Practices, Team Competencies / 8 Comments

Building Your Rigging Quiver We all want the best—a stellar life—but what does “best” even mean? Marriage, kids, friends, jobs, cars, houses… those are the easy answers. But peel back the layers, and you’ll see most of us are struggling to define what “best” truly looks like for our own lives. Here’s the truth: we

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