Rescue

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Aug 14
2 min

Rescue Software: The Flexible Foundations of Technical Rescue

Explore the critical "software" of rescue: rope, webbing, and prusik cord. Learn their unique roles and how to keep them rescue-ready.

Jul 29
2 min

Empact Northwest Again Bolsters Belize's Emergency Response Capabilities

Empact Northwest trains 24 Belizean rescuers and delivers vital gear, boosting emergency response capabilities. Your support saves lives!

Jul 17
3 min

Preventing Catastrophic Failures: Mastering Fall Factors in Rope Rescue

Fall factors reveal a fall's severity. Minimize them to reduce forces on climber, gear & anchors. Knowledge saves lives in rope rescues.

Jun 17
2 min

Understanding Forces in Rope Rescue Operations

In rope rescue operations, understanding the principles of mass, gravity, weight, and force is crucial.

May 21
2 min

Harness-Induced Pathology - The Dangers of Suspension Trauma

Working in vertical rescue environments presents significant risks, including harness-induced pathology (HIP), or orthostatic...

Apr 16
3 min

First Due: Rope Rescue PPE

Vertical rescue exposes you to serious dangers like falling objects, moving rope, and deadly drops from heights and proper PPE is critical.

Feb 20
4 min

First Due: Slope Angles, Slope Profiles, and Evaluating the Need for Rope Systems

In this month's issue of First Due, we're taking the next step in rope rescue and talking about slope angles, slope profiles, and rope...

May 18, 2023
2 min

Rope Rescue: Vector Forces & Rigging

In rescue operations, understanding vector forces and their effect on rigging components is crucial to ensure the safety and success of...

May 15, 2023
2 min

Cyclone Mocha: A Tragic Aftermath in Myanmar and Bangladesh

The recent cyclone Mocha has brought about a devastating aftermath in the Southeast Asian countries of Myanmar and Bangladesh. The...

May 15, 2023
3 min

Urban Search & Rescue: Forces

Welcome back to our continuing series on structural collapse and rescue operations. This is the second installment, where we delve into...

Mar 24, 2023
5 min

Urban Search & Rescue: Understanding the 5 Building Classifications

Discover 5 US&R building types, including Light Frame, Heavy Wall, Heavy Floor, Pre-cast Concrete, Steel Frame, and Pre-engineered Metal.

Mar 23, 2023
3 min

Empact International: A New Name for a New Era of Global Impact

Empact Northwest becomes Empact International, expanding global impact, and empowering communities.

Mar 23, 2023
2 min

BNFS Firefighters Save Elderly Man in Well: A Testament to Partnership and Training

BNFS firefighters heroically rescue elderly man from well, showcasing the positive impact of their recent training with Empact.

Mar 20, 2023
2 min

Groundbreaking Rescue Training in Belize: A Stepping Stone Towards Comprehensive Emergency

Last week marked an incredible milestone for #emergency response in #Belize as Empact sent a team of six highly skilled instructors to...

Feb 15, 2023
1 min

Empact Provides Critical Relief to Syrian Earthquake Refugees

Empact Northwest is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing the risks and mitigating the impacts of natural and man-made disasters...

Feb 13, 2023
2 min

The Work In Türkiye Continues

Our team in Türkiye has been hard at work these past several days, pushing tirelessly forward to assist those most in need. Team 2...

Feb 10, 2023
1 min

Empact's Turkey Team 1 is on the Ground, Team 2 is Enroute

Barely 72 hours after the terrible earthquake of February 6th, Empact's first team of disaster medical specialists and medical...

Sep 15, 2022
1 min

Announcing a New Belize Partnership!

Empact is thrilled to announce a new partner in our work in #Belize! During a recent trip to the Cayo District of Belize, Empact...

Sep 12, 2022
1 min

Another RS1 in the books

Empact is pleased to announce we've graduated another #Rescue Systems 1 course. On September 1st, 12 rescuers representing five agencies...

Jun 5, 2022
1 min

Another Successful Rope Technician Course!

Another amazing #RopeRescue Technician course from EmpactNW is in the books! Great week working with the pros from the Olympia Fire...