There are many reasons a victim is trapped at mid height: gear malfunctions or failures, injuries resulting from falling debris, medical emergencies, etc.
There's a 30-minute window to pull off a rescue sequence, if we are lucky.
According to NIOSH, confined-space events are typically found to be the direct result of three common factors: a lack of recognition of hazards; a lack of...
Most rope rescues are highly technical events requiring in-depth knowledge of physics, engineering and safety.
Vehicle and machinery rescue scenarios where objects must be lifted to gain access to victims can become quickly overwhelming.
One of the most common mistakes involves misplacement of tools when trying to move metal.
