Archive for category Industrial Rope Access

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Mar 15

Posted by Rescue Response Gear in Ascenders/Belay/Rappel, DVD and Video, Hardware, Harnesses, Industrial Rope Access, RRG TV Streaming Video, Services & Education, Training for Technical Rope Rescue, Uncategorized, Video | No Comments

What is up with all these promotional videos? Who is Red Ibex Films? What is Rescue Response Gear doing these days? The answer really is simple… Yep, that is the answer. SIMPLE. Our desire is to deliver, in whatever way possible, this message… We want your business and would love to work with you. Sometimes that means even when you are not ready to buy “anything” we are still ready to deliver products that you can use.

Red Ibex Films, is RRG’s in-house video team. We film much of our instruction pieces from our workshops and courses in conjunction with Rigging Lab, as well as work really close with our vendors (such as Sterling Rope, Petzl and Rock Exotica).

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Our focal point is our customers and we have a ton to offer you. We know we need to earn your trust, and so we go the extra distance to show you that we value you and are willing to invest a lot of time, energy and resources… at the risk of not really knowing you will visit us. We hope you do, but in case you don’t, we want our site and resources to continue to bless the work and play you do.

Peace

Lance

News on the Petzl Shunt

Oct 5

Posted by Rescue Response Gear in Arborist & Tree Climbing, Ascenders/Belay/Rappel, Industrial Rope Access, Rigging Lab, Rope Access | No Comments

This is just a quick blurb on the status of the Petzl Shunt used in conjunction with the pull cord while in descent. The links will allow you to see Petzl’s, SPRAT’s and Rescue Response Gear’s statements. All three are seen prior to each video.

In the near future Rescue Response Gear and the Rigging Lab will be bringing more on this topic along with some practical solutions for replacing and/or using the Shunt (in an approved manner).

For more information…
Rescue Response Gear

Brand In Use: Sterling Rope 3:1-9:1 Progression

Aug 9

Posted by Rescue Response Gear in Arborist & Tree Climbing, Hardware, Industrial Rope Access, Pulleys, Rigging Lab, Rope & Cord, Video | No Comments

The first of many many to come… Brand In Use From Rescue Response Gear. RRG has had an amazing relationship with Sterling Rope over the years. Not everyone is aware of Sterling’s new hardware line. Sterling Rope is no longer just a “rope company”, but has joined the ranks of “full service” organizations, designed to create a pedigree rigging system (all Sterling). We at Rescue Response Gear’s The Rigging Lab, have numerous videos showing the versatility of Sterling and just how much ground they cover.

This short video highlights just a few of Sterling’s product line… HTP Static Rope, Bound Loop Prusiks, Aluminum Carabiners, and Aluminum Sheave Pulleys.

What is a true rope technician?

Aug 6

Posted by Rescue Response Gear in Confined Space, Industrial Rope Access, Knots and Hitches, Rigging Lab, search and rescue, Services & Education, Training for Technical Rope Rescue, Uncategorized | 6 Comments

Any profession that requires advance skills in dealing with human life such as doctors, nurses, paramedics, and EMTs, requires a life-time commitment to their practice. This is the same for anyone seeking to be a rope rescue technician – it is a career commitment, it will require years of dedicated practice combined with actual rescues. There is no quick way to get there; only practice, practice, practice, and more practice…if your skills are not committed to muscle memory than you have not practiced enough.

A true rope rescue technician does not play within a box; a true rope rescue technician has no boundaries when it comes to rigging skills and/or imagination. The true rope rescue technician will be able to open his or her skills toolbox and immediately put to use the right skills combinations to get the job done in the quickest, safety means possible.

Overlooked, yet arguably just as important, a true rope rescue technician must have some semblance of physical conditioning. This is the sad truth in this country; the United States is one of the most out of shape societies on the planet. Technical rescue is a physically demanding job, no excuse; no labor/management compromise will ever change this fact. You can tie all the knots in the world; if you can’t get to the scene in a timely fashion, you may become more of a liability than an asset.

_Pat Rhodes-

Rope Access courses at The Rigging Lab

Jun 27

Posted by Rescue Response Gear in Ascenders/Belay/Rappel, Industrial Rope Access, Rope Access, Training for Technical Rope Rescue, Uncategorized | 3 Comments

So what is rope access and why would I need such a “skill”? Great question…
Click here to see the Rope Access Project Trailer

What is Rope Access?
Rope access refers to a set of techniques where ropes and specialized hardware are used as the primary means of providing access and support to workers. Generally a two-rope system is employed: the working rope supports the worker and the safety rope provides back-up fall protection. For More Information….
Why use rope access?
Modern rope access equipment, techniques, and training can be combined to produce an exceptionally safe, versatile, efficient, and cost-effective way to solve vertical access problems.

Course Schedule for Rope Access SPRAT Level 1
Course Schedule for Rope Access SPRAT Level 2

Rope access is safe. Independently-certified rope-access technicians uphold an enviable safety record with no fatalities and few lost time incidents while working on rope.
Rope access is versatile. Technicians can apply the techniques in a wide variety of environments, from confined-space penstocks to massive concrete structures to complicated steel installations. Unlike traditional access methods, custom rope-access solutions can be designed to fit various applications quickly and inexpensively.
Rope access is efficient. Systems are installed and dismantled quickly and often require fewer personnel than traditional access methods. Rapid deployment limits disruption to facility operations by minimizing downtime.
Rope access is economical. Fewer personnel, faster completion, less equipment, and minimal downtime mean lower costs.
Who uses rope access and what are the benefits?
For industrial and commercial inspectors, contractors, consultants, technicians, specialists, steeplejacks, firefighters, arborists, foresters, trainers and related inspector, contractor, consultant, technician, specialist, arborist, forester, steeplejack, and trainer companies or their needs for equipment, gear, team building, supplies or a class, course or program.

For More Information on rope access courses and SPRAT certifications, go to www.rescueresponse.com

Tags: Industrial Rope Access, petzl, Rescue Response Team, Rigging Lab, Rope Access, SPRAT, wind turbines

Dynamic Directionals from Horizontal Rigging Series

Jun 18

Posted by Rescue Response Gear in DVD and Video, Industrial Rope Access, Rescue and Rigging Training, Rigging Lab, Rope Access, Tracklines and Horizontal Rigging, Uncategorized | No Comments

A directional anchor is typically a pulley that allows us to redirect a rope; this can be elevated as in a high directional, or low as a simple redirect, or anywhere in between. When we want a directional pulley to be adjustable, we add some mechanical advantage influence that allow us to make the directional pulley dynamic (movable). This is a common need for gaps that are too large to get a tripod over or some other form of high directional. Simply put, a dynamic directional allows us to rig a directional pulley out and over a gap where other options are limited.

Rescue Response Gear’s Rigging Lab has started this week with another great class… NFPA 1006 Rope Rescue Technician Course. Dynamic Directionals are a small part of this comprehensive hands-on technician course. We have folks from all over the country stopping by “little ole” Sisters Oregon to take the course. Pat Rhodes, considered one of the best instructors in the country, has a brand new and highly sought after curiculum. Make sure you yourself signed up for the next course.

For more information on the following courses; Horizontal Rigging, NFPA 1006 Rope Rescue Technician, Rigging Physics, Confined Space Entry and Rescue or to have a custom course brought to your area, contact us at www.rescueresponse.com or 888-600-9116.

Tags: basic highline, dynamic directional, horizontal rigging, horizontal systems, pat rhodes, Raven Collective Media, rescue gear, rescue response gear, rigging, rigging systems, RRG, RRG TV, training

Rigging Lab Course | Portable Anchors/AHD | FEB 27- MAR 2 ’12

Feb 9

Posted by Rescue Response Gear in DVD and Video, Industrial Rope Access, News, Rescue and Rigging Training, Rigging Lab, Rope Access, Services & Education, Training for Technical Rope Rescue, Video | 3 Comments

Great new portable anchors course for Rope Rescue Pro’s involved in Technical Rescue, Rope Access and Rigging.

We offer world class instruction renowned for providing a platform of exhaustive, elite professional industry standard instruction.

Rigging Lab Course | Portable Anchors/AHD | FEB 27- MAR 2 2012

Now Included:
Upon course completion a 6 month courtesy window for 10% discount on select Rescue Response Gear purchases. Rock Exotica’s Arizona Vortex and SMC’s TerrAdaptor are included in this offer. Coupon code for 10% discount on website purchases of select gear is made available during course attendance.

CALL 888.600.9116 OR EMAIL US ABOUT OUR RIGGING LABS AND INTRODUCTORY OFFERS

Portable Anchors/AHD • Course Dates: February 27 – March 2, 2012 (courses 1, 2 & 3 at extra savings) Enrollment status: Open

Day 1 of this rope technician’s skills course is a day for the purpose of learning the rigging theory that supports sound and reliable manipulative tripod and quad-pod skills congruent with the requirements of NFPA 1670 and 1006 Technician level. Basic force multiplier theory of artificial high directional portable anchors is a key component of this Module. Days 2-3 we will fine tune our back-tying skills as they apply to guying mono-pods and bi-pods. Intermediate force multiplier theory that is applicable to portable anchors, including a working understanding of tension/compression, coefficient of friction and resultant force are key components of this Module. Days 4-5 will advance the practitioner’s knowledge when rigging high directional anchors for horizontal systems, and for advance systems that require the rigging of multiple resultants on one anchor. Not only do we continue with advanced applications of Mono-pods, bi-pods, and tripods, we will explore the relationship between compression and tension and how this knowledge can help create elevated points in seemingly impossible locations.

Course Bonus for all four courses:

Rigging Lab course bonus: Each student receives a dvd disc copy of filming of their course jpg image Each student receives a dvd disc copy of filming of their course.

Special thanks to Sterling Rope, Rock Exotica, SMC and Yates Gear for their support in this course!

Here are some shots from the last course in the Rigging Lab at Rescue Response Gear. Rigging Physics 1 & 2.

Tags: anchor, artificial high directional, rescue and rigging, rescue response gear, riggers, Rigging Lab, rock exotica, Rope Access, rope rescue, SMC, sterling rope, technical rescue, training, Yates Gear

Gear In Use: Ascent And Decent Videos – Petzl, Sterling Rope

Jan 12

Posted by Rescue Response Gear in Ascenders/Belay/Rappel, equipment, Hardware, Harnesses, Industrial Rope Access, Rescue and Rigging Training, Rigging Lab, Rope & Cord, Rope Access | No Comments

Two videos from Raven Collective Media and Rescue Response Gear shot in the Rigging Lab.

Here is a RAD (rapid ascent and descent) gear in use video. Close in shots of Petzl and Sterling Rope gear being put through their paces.

This video covers a few of the components necessary to ascend a rope… the Petzl Navaho Bod Croll Fast and the Petzl Ascension all being used here.

Petzl Croll:
http://www.rescueresponse.com/store/petzl_crolls_descenders_ascenders_belays_rappels_B16AAA.html

Petzl Ascension:
http://www.rescueresponse.com/store/Petzl_Ascension_WR_Right_B17WRA.html

Petzl Navaho Bod Croll Fast:
http://www.rescueresponse.com/store/petzl_navaho_bod_fast_croll_harnesses_saddles_C71CF0_.htm

Sterling Rope 11mm HTP:
http://www.rescueresponse.com/store/sterling_superstatic_rope_7_16_11mm_spools_n115060183.html

Tags: belays and rappels, equipment, Industrial Rope Access, petzl, rappel, Raven Collective Media, rescue and rigging, rescue response gear, rope, Rope Access, sterling rope, training

Rigging Lab Prices Lowered For Rope Training Courses 2012

Dec 23

Posted by Rescue Response Gear in Ascenders/Belay/Rappel, Industrial Rope Access, News Updates, Pulleys, Rescue and Rigging Training, Rigging Lab, Rope & Cord, Rope Access, Safety Equipment, Services & Education, Training for Technical Rope Rescue, Wind Turbines | 4 Comments

UPDATE! New Low Price on all Rigging Lab Courses!

Rigging Lab Course | Horizontal Rigging Systems | MAR 26-30 ’12
NEW LOW PRICE Previously $1,215.00 Now $785.00

Rigging Lab Course | Confined Space Entry and Rescue | APR 23-27 ’12
NEW LOW PRICE Previously $1,100.00 Now $785.00

Rigging Lab Course | Wilderness Rigging for Hunters | MAY 21-23 ’12
NEW LOW PRICE Previously $750.00 Now $375.00

More Courses…

Welcome to the

Rigging Lab | The Elite Rope Training Facility of Rescue Response Gear

The Rigging Lab at Rescue Response Rigging Lab of Rescue Response Gear logo jpg image Gear, a state of the art rope access and rope rescue training facility, was designed with your training experience in mind for the purpose of providing top quality, industry standard training in tandem with elite instructors.

In the Rigging Lab our purpose is to teach the technique as well as the physics behind the technique so as to arm students with a complete understanding of the reason behind the action. Our goal is that you come out of the lab exhibiting a comprehensive knowledge of the spectrum of techniques applicable to your niche, with an understanding of the strengths and limits of those techniques, with the decision making capabilities for quick evaluation in applying relevant techniques to real-life scenarios and with the foundation of knowing the “why” behind it all.

Once out of the lab you’ll be equipped for the vertical challenges ahead and sure to come back… guaranteed! Come and rig up.

Training Courses

A broad array of course offerings are available in the Rigging Lab.

To register for one of the below listed courses, click on the course name to link to the ATS Tradeworks website containing the course dates, description, pricing and registration form.

Rigging Physics I (Course Dates: January 30 – February 1, 2012) Closed
Rigging Physics II (Course Dates: February 2 – February 4, 2012) Closed

Rigging Physics 1 & 2 Combo • (Course Dates: January 30 – February 4, 2012) (courses 1 & 2 at extra savings) Enrollment status: Closed

Portable Anchors AHD • Course Dates: February 27 – March 2, 2012 (courses 1, 2 & 3 at extra savings) Enrollment status: Closed
Horizontal Rigging Systems / Highlines • Course Dates: March 26 – March 30, 2012 Enrollment status: Open
Confined Space Entry and Rescue • Course Dates: April 23 – April 27, 2012 Enrollment status: Open
Wilderness Rigging for Hunters • Course Dates: May 21 – May 23, 2012 Enrollment status: Open

More details coming…
Rigging Physics – Instructor Level • July 9 – July 13, 2012

NFPA 1006 Technical Rope Rescue Technician • Course Dates: June 25 – June 29, 2012 Enrollment status: Open

More details coming…

Portable Anchors – AHD • Course Dates: July 30– August 3, 2012
Rope Access Level 1 (SPRAT Compliant) • Course Dates: August 20 – August 21, 2012
Rope Access Level 2 (SPRAT Compliant) • Course Dates: August 22 – August 23, 2012
Rope Access Level 3 (SPRAT Compliant) • Course Dates: August 24 – August 25, 2012
NFPA 1006 Technical Rope Rescue Technician • Course Dates: September 24 – September 26, 2012
Horizontal Rigging Systems / Highlines • Course Dates: October 22 – October 26, 2012

While attending class be sure to take advantage of the first class accommodations available in beautiful Central Oregon.

Student Discounts On Gear

All students attending a training course in the Rigging Lab are eligible for a 10% discount on purchases of select gear when purchased with Rescue Response Gear. Coupon code for website purchases are made available during course attendance.

Tags: education, Industrial Rope Access, rescue and rigging, rescue response gear, riggers, Rigging Lab, rope, Rope Access, technical rescue, training, wind turbine safety

Rescue Response Gear’s “New HQ”: Training Center,Rigging Lab, Studio

Dec 9

Posted by Rescue Response Gear in Arborist & Tree Climbing, Industrial Rope Access, News, Rescue and Rigging Training, Rigging Lab, Rope Access, Safety Equipment, Services & Education, Tower Rescue, Training for Technical Rope Rescue | No Comments

The Secret is out, Rescue Response Gear has moved into a new facility. This larger facility will house not only the office and warehouse for RRG, but a new training facility called the Rigging Lab. This will also make an ideal filming studio for Raven Collective Media to film any technical rescue, rigging, arborist, rope access or safety training workshops.

The reason for doing this? Simple. Rescue Response Gear is spreading it’s wings to embrace an holistic approach to rescue and rigging through the use of video education, training workshops and human and soulful media projects (Raven Collective Media Video). By using streaming video, which came first out of the need to assist in technical sales, we have now moved towards a more helpful expression of what we (RRG) can do to assist clients with systems and thus gear (education). Our suppliers quality products will be showcased by our “Brand in Use” approach through creative and branded video pieces.

Our Rigging Lab in our new facility will host most of these training workshops and will double as the studio where Raven Collective Media will film these hosted events as well non-hosted RRG training events. Some of the training will be done by ATS, Peak Rescue and VRS, along with Pat Rhodes of RescueRig.

The quality gear being used will come from suppliers such as CMC, Sterling Rope, Petzl and Rock Exotica, just to name a few. We will have more information coming out soon about our first rigging training in January 2012 being held in the Rigging Lab.