HELI OPERATIONS: Static electricity discharge hazards

ROPE RESCUE: How to rig and operate a 'guiding line system'—one that combines a lowering system with a tensioned line to lower a litter—to keep a litter away from boulders at the base of a cliff, a lower-level roof top, or other protruding obstruction

Source: This article was adapted from The CMC Rope Rescue Manual, Revised 4th edition, Edited by James A. Frank. Copyright © 2013 by CMC Rescue, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Excerpted With Expressed Written Permission. Order a copy, peruse rope rescue gear, or schedule training at 1.800.235.5741, www.CMCrescue.com. Follow CMC Rescue on Facebook.

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K-9 HANDLERS: How to prevent K-9 SAR heat stroke and death

Photo: North American Police Work Dog Association (NAPWDA)

"Heat is an ever-present concern for K9s and SAR dogs working in warm weather, but there are several ways handlers can prevent heat stroke and even death..." Read EMS World article by Heather Caspi here.

WILDERNESS SKILLS: Alternative insect repellents

Read "8 Natural Mosquito Repellents" article here.

Source: DirtTime

SWIFT-WATER RESCUE: Improvised body-recovery drags

ROPE RESCUE: Best practices during edge transition belays

 Source: Adapted from Vertical Academy, by Tom Briggs. Copyright © 2013. All Rights Reserved. Excerpted With Expressed Written Permission. Purchase this book at www.VerticalAcademy.com.