Here is a gear list you might find to be useful in building this cornerstone system for confined space rescue riggers. The edge transition is always best managed when a high point anchor can be utilized with a mechanical advantage system like a “set of fours”.Īs the bottom control releases the tension and lets out on the MPD, the patient package will travel down the line much like a carriage assembly. Communication workers and other tower type workers are the normal benefactors of this type of system.

These systems can often be mirrored so using MPDs or I’ds would be used in these scenarios. This Video Series is Sponsored by We are looking at a Mirrored Skate Block system. Skate block systems run from the bottom into a high point redirected pulleys. Very popular for rescue towers scenarios. The system is also operated from the ground which increases rescuer safety (less people in the zone). There are numerous variations to the “skate block” Often a skate block only requires one rescuer to climb the structure and anchor the change of direction pulleys. Enjoy this training video from Coming Soon release of Confined Space Rescue from Ronin Safety and Rescue. Skate blocks are aerial track systems that are considered by many to be simpler to rig than a traditional highline system… and often much more effective. This advanced concept will be practiced through a variety of technically demanding rescues.

Confined Space Rescue Tight Line Skate Block System | Rigging Lab Academy This hands-on course will introduce students to skate block techniques and forces.

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