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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Welcome to our comprehensive course on “Knot Pass Through a System”. This course, designed carefully aligning with the NFPA 1006 Standard for Technical Rescue Personnel Professional Qualifications (2021), focuses on honing your skills in the key areas of rope rescue operations, particularly passing a knot in a lowering or raising system. The curriculum is structured
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A guidance system merges a descent mechanism with a tensioned rope to aid in safely lowering a stretcher, whilst ensuring it is kept at a safe distance from the surface. This technique becomes particularly useful in challenging environments, such as the rocky terrains commonly found at the base of cliffs, which make transportation to level
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Anti-gravity (also known as non-gravitational field) is a hypothetical phenomenon of creating a place or object that is free from the force of gravity. I love the word, hypothetical! – Very non-committal. You can play in a sandbox of “theory” and never be wrong. However, the other side of theory is a “proving ground”. So is
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A jigger system is a mechanical advantage system that uses pulleys to increase the force applied to an object. It is typically used in rescue and rigging operations where multiple people are needed to apply force to an object, such as a stretcher or piece of equipment. The jigger system allows the load to be distributed evenly
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Pickoff Overview An unsupported pickoff is rescuing a climber or hiker from a variety of angles. More injuries and deaths occur on slopes that are less than vertical and often require as many technicians as a more high profile vertical rescue. When performing a pickoff rescue, the rescuer is often “powered” by the system, which
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Rope rescue hardware is designed to function as part of a system. It must be used with properly selected and sized rope, webbing and other components compatible with the rescue scenario. The hardware must also be used within its safe working load limits and manufacturer’s instructions. Most hardware has not been tested to failure, so
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The following is an excerpt from the RRG and RLA Anchors course. Thanks to Peak Rescue Institute for the graphics! Selecting an Anchor Anchor Selection Anchor selection is a vast topic and could go on for hours, days, and even weeks. Excellent judgment, experience, practice, and insight all play a part in quality built anchors.
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Content excerpts from Rigging Lab Academy’s Confined Space Rescue Demonstrations Sked Stretcher Spinal Packaging for Vertical & Horizontal Use In this unit, we’ll be going over the NFPA Confined Space Rescue job performance requirements for spinal packaging both vertically and horizontally. We’ll begin by going over vertical rigging. As you can see in the next
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The PETZL MAESTRO is a descent control device with an integral progress capture pulley for technical rescues. Additional MAESTRO benefits include: Shifting from a haul to lower is immediate and efficient without having to transfer the load Can efficiently haul and lower heavy loads Serve as the primary or back-up system A small hole on
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