This is a quick look at the mechanics and efficiencies of two products within the same system… The CMC MPD and the Petzl I’d. While the Petzl I’d helped to revolutionize the rescue and rigging industries, it has not done so well at keeping up with efficiency needs of the industry where it pertains to …
We have been saying for years… “it doesn’t take 6 people to do a rescue”. Really! Two strong, smart and logical riggers (certainly no more than three) can do a raise and lower from just about any place. I think over the years, a near sided perspective and a lack of vision has kept thousands …
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CMC MPD… A belay device or a pulley system? The MPD from CMC is designed to be used as a belay device to arrest a falling load should the main line fail. A very common question we field is regarding the “shared tension systems”. Shared tension systems are essentially two lowering systems in place of …
The Following Article is provided to you by Richard Delaney of RopeTest Lab and who is an Outstanding Course Instructor for Rigging Lab Academy. Rig-For-Rescue Richard Delaney April 1, 2018 Free Articles, Free content 1 Comment Suspension Trauma There has been some new research looking at the onset of suspension trauma. This was presented at the International Commission for …
Counterbalance Technique This is a counterweight system. The rescuer is on one side, the victim on the other. The rescuer unweights the rope on the vicim’s side by pulling on it. The victim ascends and the rescuer ascends. The advantage of this system is that it is easy to do with little equipment. Engaging the …
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As we all know… a single person can’t win the world. Well, one person did, but other than he, we need a ton of help to shift things. In rescue, culture plays a huge roll as to how systems and techniques play out. Not sure about that statement? Compare climbing, with mountain rescue. Fire service …
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Friction… it’s gravity’s most powerful accomplice! leverage it to your Mechanical advantage Switch from raising and lowering a mainline system with confidence, knowing that you’re operating… Safely Effectively Efficiently And in control of the rescue package Pages Chapters Actionable tips World-renown author Get It On Any Device Want to apply the concepts you learn on …
The following information is meant only as an informational introduction to the loveable jigger system. An Introduction to Jiggers Generally, these beauties are considered pre-rigged pulley systems used mainly for hauling, but can be very important in lowering heavy loads as well. The advantage of these systems is in their rapid deployment, and straightforward operation …
The Truck-Based Gin Pole Many fire apparatus in North America are equipped with anchor points around the truck specifically for rope rescue usage. This is most commonly found on heavy rescue units and those with special tasking for technical rescue activities. Practicality of these anchor points can come in many forms, and with the …
Thinking smart is power. Power is the ability to get things done with an element of Authority. Authority carries with it a mantle of Responsibility. Responsibility carries with it the need for planning and expected outcomes. The following is quick mini look at developing a mindset of “multiplicity”. Manpower is expensive. Equipment is relatively cheap …
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