This is the second part of the question… “talking points” for the rope rescue organizations. One of the biggest problems that rope rescue teams often face in the field is the dynamic and unpredictable nature of the environment they operate in. Rope rescue scenarios can occur in a wide range of settings, including mountains, cliffs, […]
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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 without advanced levels of training or expertise. They are low maintenance and high yield work horses and have been
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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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It doesn’t matter!… Always answer the first question first. Then move to the second… and then, move to the third. What is the purpose? Why is it important? What is needed to fill #1 and #2? So for rope rescue, the last two blogs help with setting this up. I have long lost count of
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Again, we are using the CMC Clutch as the lowering and or raising device for these pick-off examples. Once all the lines have been set up, it’s time to secure the rope rescue system. First, attach a prusik hitch to each of the lines about two feet above their ends. Connect the pick-off strap to
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In the following illustrated examples, we are using the Harken CMC Clutch and AZTEK (MA “set of fours”) to effect the rescue pickoff. Since a rappel pick off is a rescue, an independent belay should be used. In these illustrations, we have left off showing the belay line for clarity. If the team has a
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There are many factors to consider when selecting equipment for rope rescue operations, including operational pre planning, hazard analysis, staffing and training. The type of rescue operation will dictate the specific equipment needs, but there are some general guidelines that can be followed. The first step is to assess the hazards involved in the rescue
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Welcome to Confined Space Rescue Demonstration: Operations. This demo will provide you with the theory to operate at the NFPA confined space rescue operations level. As rescue is a skill-based event this theory needs to be matched with skill-based follow-up training prior to you trying this on your own. The Setting and Backstory of the Operational
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Photos © Reed Thorne The ARIZONA VORTEX (or AZV) is so named from its development in the rugged highlands of Northern Arizona’s Oak Creek Canyon through the rigging and rescue school, Rope That Rescue. Reed Thorne, the school’s senior instructor developed the current Version 2 AZV with the help of Rock Thompson at Rock Exotica
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