Simulated High Angle Rescue Video

Check out the link below for an interesting video from RRG... wilderness rescue using the AZ
Vortex.  They do a great job of being efficient with their time.

Some things to look for...

1. What equipment does the initial recon medic use to repel to the patient?
2. What type of knot do they tie for the mainline anchor?

High Angle Raise with Vortex Side A-Frame

In part 2 (link below), notice the "Rock Exotica"  omni block double pulleys with the swivel. They open from the side to allow easy entry of the rope.

Also, I like the way that they get the stokes down to the patient quickly, and THEN set up the High directional while the attendants are packaging the patient.

Part 2

More questions to think about...

Is the Spec-Pak acceptable c-spine immobilation?  Can we use this as a harness to secure the victim?

Any discussion or thoughts on how this does or does not relate to the way we do things, please post a comment!

Stay Safe!

OMNI-AZTEC ELITE "SET-OF-FOURS"

Want more information about your Aztec kit but are afraid to ask?  Here is a full color manual showing the assembly procedure and some specifications.

AZTEK Elite Color pdf

Hopefully there will never be a reason to disassemble the SOF but a good technician understands how things work so he can adapt to the unexpected.

"Knot of the Day"
Bowline with Yosemite finish
Practice this knot at the station tonight while standing by between calls...
1. In the open
2. Around an object
3. Backwards
4. With your eyes closed
5. With gloves on

When the need comes to tie this knot at night in the rain and mud, it will be second nature!

Resource for USAR Information

EFD Rescue Techs...

As stated in our recent training session, the USACE FOG manual can be found in PDF format on the following website...

Disaster Engineer

FOG Manual PDF

Shoring Operations Guide (SOG) Manual

A good self study drill would be to look through these manuals to familiarize yourself to the contents.

Thank You for your attention and participation during our training session.