In this section, we will be looking techniques in both rope rescue and rope access. The techniques outlined here require rigorous training and expertise. They should never be attempted without both. Great attention is paid to accident prevention at work and rescue sites. We have done everything possible to ensure that the information presented is accurate at the time of publication. We do not guarantee that this information is complete, accurate, understandable or up to date. RRG and Petzl reserves the right to modify the content at any time. In the following pages, we describe and explain the principles of modern fall protection and work positioning techniques and the corresponding equipment. They must be completmented by a knowledge of each country's work at height laws and regulations. Much of the content covered on this page requires a high level of understanding and knowledge. Before beginning a work project, we suggest that you seek the services of specialist that can teach you correct equipment usage. We have a list of such trainers if need be. Work Techniques:Work-at-height (rope access), difficult access, confined spaces, arboriculture, pylons and towers, structures for events and framing and roofing. Rescue Techniques:General principles, self-rescue, on-site rescue by teams, fire/urban rescue, downward evacuation, upward evacuation, evacuation by tyrolean travers, ski lifts.

Rigging Operations SRT Frog The single rope technique employs a static line climbing system and is used as a means of canopy access only. Here the Frog System is being used.

Rigging Operations Work Positioning with Back Up The work positioning system is always backed-up. Here the Petzl Grillon are being used.

Rigging Operations Working Postioning with Back Up Prusik Work positioning using a Petzl Grillon and double ropes with prusik.

Rigging Operations Difficult Access For difficult access situations, it's often impossible to use or install collective protection. Often, neither mobile work platforms no scaffolding can be used. Usher in... work access.

Rigging Operations Anchors, Vector and Rebelay Anchors are the most critical component of any rope rescue system. The entire rescue or project is in jeopardy if the anchors are not reliable.

Rigging Operations Access Movement Great views of simple descent, short distance ascension and long distance ascent, as well as a basic horizontal traverse.

Rigging Operations Framing and Roofing On roofs and inclines, the risk of sliding and falling are real and installation of collective protection is often difficult to do.

Rigging Operations On Site Rescue Hanging inactive in a harness, regardless of the model, could cause serious physiological problems (HIP-Harness Induced Pathology). It could aggravate an injury, a state of shock or a loss of consciousness. Teams must be taught, trained and be self sufficient to be able to rapidly rescue a victim who is unable to perform a self rescue.

Rigging Operations Reversible Rescue Kit Where the casualty is free-hanging, approach to the casualty would need to be by rappel descent, this requires specialized rope access and rescue techniques. There are numerous ways to do this... here are a couple.

AHD - Anchoring the Vortex 2.0 Multipod by Reed Thorne Reed Thorne provides detailed technical information on proper assembly and anchoring of the Arizona Vortex 2.0 Multipod. Set aside a bit of time, put on your thinking cap, and click on the link above to read along with Reed about proper usage of this marvelous tool. Click the link above to read the full article

Rigging Operations Ascent From A Confined Space Upward evacuation is a team enterprise, requiring perfect coordination.