So before I jump into this, let’s get the definition correct here. Knowing there are deflected meanings to words these days, I am not referring to people or a person as a “tool” ( The Urban Dictionary has it this way… A guy with a hugely over-inflated ego, who in an attempt to get un-due …
So in this installment of Litter Hauling Techniques Using Dual Capacity or Twin Tension Rope Systems Part 2, I would like to jump into anchor and anchor systems used in a few of the systems we set up here this week. Neverland has three upper platforms or stages (as we call them) and the lower Ground …
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We’re excited to share that we’ve given the Rigging Lab Academy Course Site a whole new look. We’ve been working on this for a while now and can’t wait for you to have a look around. Redesigned with you in mind, these new updates aim to help you find courses easier, highlight the benefits of …
So what is a Signature Theme? A Signature Theme presents your five most dominant themes of talent that provide true insight into the core reasons behind your consistent successes. I get the question “what makes you tick?” a lot. I love it. It isn’t “what do you do for a living?” or “how are you?” …
So who is taking this industry to the next level? Manufacturers? Riggers? Trainers? Who? So this might offend some and others may agree… still others may not have even thought about this. Having watched Valley Uprising for the umpteenth time, I am simply flabbergasted at how the levels keep getting raised. Now I am not …
Visit Rescue Response Gear at: https://rescueresponse.com/ Thank you Peak Rescue Institute http://www.peakrescue.org. High angle mid face pick off, using a Petzl I’d and a 2:1 pick off strap. Victim is hanging and supported.
This pioneering work from Reed Thorne, sets the stage for a state-of-the-art look at Tower Rescue for the fire service. This course touches on both Ground Based and Structure Based Rescue techniques, Climbing and Fall Protection, as well as delves into the hazards of this extremely important discipline. This course id designed specifically for …
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This course takes a detailed look at the equipment used by the roping technician. It applies the language and understanding of the first course (Advanced Rigging Physics – Physics for Roping Technicians 1: Vectors & Mechanical Advantage) to connectors, cordage, knots and the way forces are absorbed during falls. Finally, there is a discussion about …
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Tasty Tools and Sweet Tricks – By Marcel Rodriguez Every so often I encounter a tip, trick or tool that makes me wonder how I got along prior to learning of its existence. In this series of articles, I will share a few of the tricks and tools that I have found most useful. The …
By: Craig McClure Outside of a planned training, when was the last time you had all the skilled people you wanted on scene? So, when reality strikes, the leader has to delegate the tasks and spread the skilled people carefully. The pitfalls in this situation are many. Tasks fall through the cracks, critical resources get reassigned, …
