Rope Access Pick-Off Rescue for Tower Workers Rope Access Pick-Off Rescue for Tower Workers; the ability to perform an efficient, solo pick-off is critical. This scenario showcases a rope access-style pick-off, where a single rescuer, equipped with a Petzl ASAP and Petzl ID, performs a full rescue operation—ascending, anchoring, lifting the patient, and safely lowering […]
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Twin Tension Skate Block in Tower Rescue When precision, control, and redundancy matter most, the twin tension skate block system stands out as one of the most refined vertical rescue techniques. This blog walks through a full scenario utilizing this method, focusing on streamlined rigging, dynamic lowering, and the critical importance of redundancy at height.
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In high-angle tower rescues, distance and clearance are critical. When the objective is to move a suspended patient away from a structure and across a distance, twin tracking lines offer a clean and redundant solution. This scenario demonstrates a Twin Tracking Line Power Control Rescue, designed for extended horizontal offset and mid-air patient control using
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Hybrid Rescue Ground Anchor with Harken Riggers Winch In hybrid horizontal rescue systems, ground anchors play a critical role in maintaining tension, control, and safety. Whether you’re managing a skate block, a tracking line, or both, the way you rig from the ground determines how smooth and stable the evolution will be. One of the
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Guiding Lines in Rope Rescue Operations In rope rescue, one of the more refined methods for managing patient movement during a vertical descent is the use of guiding lines. Unlike basic taglines, guiding lines utilize a pulley system to control the distance between the suspended load and the structure—helping prevent contact, swing impact, or obstruction
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Releasable Anchors with the Petzl I’D Releasable anchors provide an efficient and safe solution for lowering a worker in case of an emergency, eliminating the need for rescuers to access the victim directly. This setup is particularly valuable for work-at-height scenarios, allowing a single operator to monitor multiple workers efficiently. The Petzl I’D stands out
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The Inside 9 Mechanical Advantage System: A Game-Changer for Efficient Rigging In the world of technical rescue and rigging, efficiency, speed, and reliability are paramount. Over the past year, I’ve focused on refining my rigging philosophy with four guiding principles: rigging light, rigging quick, rigging solid, and rigging efficient. This journey has led me to
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A Quick Look at the Tracking Skate Block System A tracking skate block system offers a simple, efficient, and reliable method to move people or loads from top to bottom without diving deeply into complex calculations. While no rigging system can bypass the need for understanding safety margins and proper deployment, the trackline skate block
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In confined space rigging operations, the integration of anchors, pulleys, and the haul field is crucial for the safety and efficiency of the mission. This article delves into the configuration of a compound 6:1 mechanical advantage system within a confined space rig, highlighting best practices and essential considerations. Anchors serve as the backbone of any
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Two Rope System Cross Pollination With “two rope system cross pollination”, innovation often arises at the crossroads of different disciplines. The adoption of Two Rope Systems, particularly Twin Tension Rope Systems (TTRS), exemplifies how ideas from rope access and rope rescue industries have merged to create safer, more efficient rigging practices. This cross-pollination has reshaped
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