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Rope Rescue Equipment Selection

Lance Piatt / Blog, Designing Your Processes, Equipment

Understanding the Critical Role of Equipment Selection When it comes to rope rescue operations, the stakes are high. Each decision made—particularly in equipment selection—can mean the difference between life and death. This process is far more than simply picking gear off a shelf; it involves deliberate planning, hazard analysis, and a deep understanding of team […]

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How to Size Up Your Scene

How to Size Up Your Scene: Key Steps for Safe and Effective Rigging Before the first anchor is set or any rope technician approaches the edge, the most critical step in any rigging job must be taken: the scene size-up, often referred to as a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA). This foundational process identifies potential hazards,

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