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Petzl Technical Workshops-Solutions “Fully Assembled”

Regarding the upcoming Petzl Workshops: I can speak from experience; the Petzl Solutions Workshops are “fully assembled” with no missing parts.  From start to finish, products and solutions are presented in a professional manner with a high level of energy; Lots of things to cover and not much time to “dilly-dally” around.  I would recommend any of these workshops for any technician.” Lance Piatt, owner Rescue Response Gear.

The next workshop is the Petzl Equipment Management Workshop, August 24-25, 2010. Sign-Up Deadline: July 30, 2010.

Workshop participants will learn Petzl’s recommendations for care, maintenance, and inspection of life safety equipment. The program will cover practical techniques and procedures required to conduct thorough examinations, produce inspection reports, and specify corrective action when needed. Considerations for creating a thorough life safety equipment management system and inspection regime will also be covered.
Instructor: Rick Vance

After that the Petzl Climbing and Arborist Workshop, August 26-27, 2010. Sign-Up Deadline: July 30, 2010.

Workshop participants will learn about advanced tree-climbing systems that make tree climbing safer, easier, and more efficient. Topics will include single rope and double rope techniques, limb walking, and climbing rope installation / retrieval. Basic concepts of physics and mechanical advantage will be introduced as they relate to climbing systems. Arborist ascent and aerial rescue techniques will also be covered. Drop tests will be performed to demonstrate the strengths and limitations of key pieces of equipment.
Instructors: Luke Glines & Charley Wagner

You can check out other Training Workshops coming up at RescueResponseGear.com.


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Hunting Accident: Tree Stand Rescue and Safety Considerations

With the hunting season coming up, it is timely to remember that tree stand accidents account for up to 45% of all hunting accidents; and in some states, can actually be higher. Most accidents are not reported.

The biggest preventer of tree stand accidents is the wearing of a harness, preferably, a full-body harness. Only a small percentage of hunters in the United States wear a safety harness; reports vary from 15% to 30%.

Remember to use a fall restraint system which is any device that hunters use to attach themselves to the tree to keep them from falling to the ground in an uncontrolled manner, and it also allows them to safely descend to the ground after falling (full body harness, safety lanyard, carabiners and if possible, a let down system).

When using a tree stand, your fall restraint system is your single most important piece of equipment. A full body harness is preferable. A rope or belt around the waist can be almost as dangerous as falling to the ground. A belt around the waist can cause a hunter to turn upside down should they fall, and the tightening of the belt around their waist can cause internal injuries.

Read and understand the manufacturer’s instructions on the use of your tree stand before using it. Practice using the tree stand during both the day and night before taking it hunting, as you may end up hanging it or taking it down in the dark. Practice at ground level and then progressively increase the height with the same equipment on that you will take hunting. Practice climbing into and out of your stand. Carry out the practice sessions in the presence of a responsible adult.

Note that HIP (harness induced pathology), permanent injury or death, can result without a timely and safety rescue (whether by the hunter himself or a rescue by another party).

Watch the New Rescue Response Team Video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7j1HwGHuYUw

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Check with Rescue Response Gear for tree stand rescue solutions today.

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New Rescue Response Team Video: Hunting Accident Tree Rescue

With the ever increasing numbers of hunters in the backwoods and wilderness areas, the need for safety and rescue considerations are too, ever increasing. The Rescue Response Team (local mountain rope rescue team) responds to an emergency situation, that without quick responsive action, could end up in a body recovery as opposed to a rescue.

A local hunter, a few miles from the nearest road, finds himself between “here and there”, and this being “between” is what constitutes the emergency. Watch, as RRT responds to a 911 emergency call for a hunter who has fallen from his tree-stand… miles from help.

Click here to learn more about the video, hardware and gear used.

For more Rescue Response Team videos that include rescues from caves, cliffs and other wilderness areas, click here.

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