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June 4, 2020

What Makes a Great Technical Rescue Team?

Technical rescue is definitely a team endeavor that requires each team member to understand and practice their individual knowledge and skills so as to contribute to the success of their team. You know I am going to say it at some point, so we may as well get it over with… there is no “I”...

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May 14, 2020

Is Technical Rescue For You?

Altruistic, team player, social, hard worker, strong of spirit, caring for others, adrenaline junkie, somewhat athletic, closet superhero… If these are traits you possess, then you should consider training to become a technical rescue specialist. Certain professions and certain industries have very clear needs for specific technical rescue skills. If you are a firefighter, technical...

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August 28, 2013

Q&A: Is a construction manhole considered a permit required confined space?

READER QUESTION:Is a new construction manhole considered a permit required confined space with the following activities being performed inside the space: overhead rigging, cutting welding, working off of six foot (6′) step ladders? The task being performed is installation of new steam and condensate piping. Entry into the manhole vault is through a thirty six...

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November 1, 2011

Confined Space Fatalities…a closer look at the numbers

(An updated review of more recent data is available at Confined space Fatalities…an updated look at the numbers) At some point during just about every Roco CSRT Rescue Stand-By job, someone will ask us why we are there. After we tell them that we’re there to make sure all the workers go home safely (and...

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May 25, 2011

Rope Care & Cleaning Tips

Life safety rope is an essential tool for rescue operations. It is your responsibility to learn and understand the capabilities and limitations of your life safety rope before using it. Be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions for the use, care and maintenance. Always double-check that the specifications of the rope match the intended use....

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April 12, 2011

Rescue Plans…What is required?

We had a very interesting inquiry regarding OSHA’s requirements for rescue plans and wanted to share it with you. Reader’s Question: Does OSHA 1910.146 (k)(1)(v) state that a plan must be developed by a rescue service before an entry can be made? Can entries be conducted with the understanding that a rescue service has the...

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