E-MAG 25

ACCESS
&RESCUE
FEBRUARY 2015

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CONTENTS VIEWS EXPRESSED IN ARTICLES & PRODUCT INFORMATION ARE NOT NECESSARILY
THOSE OF TECHNICAL RESCUE and ARBCLIMBER magazines ED PRODUCTS
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ON the COVER & Jim Segerstrom
PRODUCTS: EXFIL MultiRole Helmets
GEAR REVIEWs by Gear Flogger:
Camillus EDC3 Knife
EDITOR’S HAND-OFF Team,” a highly trained and heavily equipped
group of firefighters and other rescuers pre-
pared to respond globally to building collapses.
Most of the money and political “push” is being
NEW HELMETS
EXFIL SAR TACTICAL & BACKCOUNTRY
EMag25
concentrated in these two areas.
Super.natural base layer
Black Diamond Storm Headlamp However, while public safety spends time and
[ED: Some really interesting models from Team
5 ROPE PRODUCTS: money preparing to deal with terrorist events
Wendy including a full tactical model that
we’ll cover in Technical Rescue mag and
High Angle Rescue Techniques 4th ED & vRigger version 10 mirroring those that have already occurred, the a Back Country model shown at the
6 USAR/EXTRICATION: US USAR Task Force Teams terrorists are not cooperating. Instead they are
preparing NEW methods of attack, for which
bottom that we’ll look at in
International SAR and ArbClimber.
6 PRODUCTS: Makita Battery Tools, AlliveRescue Hand Tool public safety agencies are NOT prepared. Prospectively a great multi-role
8 ARBCLIMBER: Manipulating Frictionvideo, And, the USAR teams are having a difficult time
helmet that arborists can even
have with in-built chainsaw pro-
9 ROPE PRODUCTS: SMC Tech HX justifying the time and expense that has been tective.... Kevlar!]
The EXFIL® SAR is the first pur-
put forth to this point, arriving at major disas-
KNOTS: Sliding Fisherman’s ters too late to render effective services or save
pose built Search and Rescue
helmet to provide tactical acces-
10 AQUATIC PRODUCTS: Inflatable Airboat lives. sory mounting capabilities,
11 MAG INFO: Websites & Rope Guides including a standard NVG shroud,
Meanwhile, he world is getting warmer. while meeting key industrial and
12 MAG INFO: Covers that Never Made It Globally, natural disasters are on the increase. mountaineering performance stan-
dards. The EXFIL® SAR Tactical is opti-
Weather-related events are now the number 1
14 MAG INFO: CHAOS UPDATE AC6, TR67 & iSAR mags killer of civilians worldwide. In the last 20 years, mized for use with night vision devices,
it features a machined aluminum Wilcox®
15 AQUATIC: Absolutes of Water Rescue floods and weather related disasters have killed
nearly 1.5 million people world-wide, and by NVG shroud. The helmet also includes a 4-point
16 PRODUCTS: Saviour Stretcher. CAM FIT™ retention system with chin cup for optimal

17 Reviews in the Pipeline • SOS Orangutan Rescue Jim Segerstrom 2030 over 90 million people a year will be
directly and adversely impacted by flooding!
stability and a Boa® Closure System to dial in precise fit
adjustment while providing single-handed quick release.
Another feature is the SAR Accessory 2.0 Rail system that
18 EVENTS • TOOLS  Counterfeit Chainsaws But preparations for dealing with these cata- allows for custom mounting.
The 5th of February marked the anniversary of the untimely strophic events have ground to a virtual stand-

ON THE
death of our great friend and water rescue legend Jim still. Even in the UK, the recently completed SAR PERFORMANCE:
Segerstrom. Jim died following a massive stroke in 2007 and we report of Project Aquarius relies on input from Meets requirements of:
the fire service almost exclusively for its conclu- •EN12492:2012 Standard for Mountaineering Helmets

COVER
were robbed of a charismatic leading light in world rescue. He
sions, rather that the expertise of disaster edu- •EN1385:2012 Standard for Whitewater Helmets
was, as Indiana Jones' chinese side-kick puts it a ‘funny guy’ . But •Advanced Combat Helmet blunt impact (AR/PD 10-02
in between the active in-water training (with Jim still outswim- cators and organizations.
Rev A)
ArbPro’s very specifically ming most who were decades younger than his 60 years) and the •off-crown impact EN 14052:2012 for high performance
wit and wisdom there was the pissing off of those who opposed In short, emergency services are tragically industrial helmets
targeted Clip’in boot
wholesale upgrading of water rescue capabilities. And you have under-prepared to deal with aquatic rescue sit- NOTE: EN 14052 requires a low-strength chinstrap, the EXFIL® SAR is not fully certi-
featured on the front cover
to admire Jim’s foresight because despite evidence from some uations generally, and the four distinct phases fied to EN14052 in order to meet more rigorous chinstrap requirements of EN12492 and reduce the risk
of ArbClimber issue 6 has an
parts of the world, most agencies were able to dismiss his claims of a major flood specifically. Rescuers continue of losing the helmet during a fall.
integral eye intended to be
of increased flooding risks as fantasy. However, he didn’t have to to loose their lives each year, attempting res-
used with the HAAS FEATURES:
wait long and it was scarey how quickly his predictions came cues for which they are poorly trained or
ascending rig. This is again •High strength Lexan polycarbonate copolymer shell
true in places that had no notion of a flood risk. Then every equipped, compelled by a sense of duty and
an item of equipment that emotion. •High-cut shell design with clearance for ear protection and comms headsets
crosses the narrow access doubting thomas had to paddle hard to catch up. And catch up •Includes integrated Wilcox® aluminum shroud conforming to the SOCOM SPEAR
and rescue divide providing many of them did. Jim would be proud to see the level of water Program of record
rescue preparedness evident at the majority of incidents now, Public safety and emergency services SHOULD •Military-style Cam-lock sliders for one-handed adjustment and secure fit
any rope user with a sturdy be concentrating on:
look at the number of well equipped rescuers at the recent •Boa® Closure System integrated directly into helmet liner for
3-season-style outdoor boot reminiscent of the elite La Sportiva 1. Public education on disaster recogni-
Taiwan river air crash for example. Amongst Jim’s dozen or so optimized stability and fit
mountain models of the nineties. This boot has the tion and preparation;
articles for TECHNICAL RESCUE magazine were many examples •Zorbium® foam comfort liners in two thicknesses with
new Vibram Ibex sole with ‘Megagrip’ blend, a full rub- 2. operational level rescue training in dis- Microban® anti-microbial treated wicking fabric
that he could have held up today and said ‘I told you so!’ And we
ber rand and heel counter, padded collar, shock absorb- aster rescue as wide-spread in their communi- •SAR Accessory Rail 2.0 system
have thought about reprinting some of his more pertinent
ing EVA wedge but a non-padded footbed. To improve ties as possible, •Magpul MOE compatible
articles since they are as applicable today as they were in the
shock absorbancy if you’re on a SAR team or to alter 3. and updating community preparedness •Pass-through for securing headlamp or goggle
late nineties and early 2000’s. But in the meantime here’s a
the fit, try adding a Sorbothane style insole. Clip’in has and planning to reflect the global trend towards straps
snippet from 2004 in which Jim describes the state of play at that •Two removable vent covers
a waterproof membrane to keep your tootsies dry and larger and more catastrophic natural disasters.
time............................ cheers - ADE SCOTT •Compatible with the EXFIL® Peltor™ Quick Release
the extensive rand provides excellent all-round traction
Adapter, EXFIL® Picatinny Quick Release Adapter,
whether it’s in a rock crack or a tree branch union. Not
a chainsaw protective boot but will certainly improve
Where We SHOULD Be [in 2004] To quote author Slim Ray, “Floods are THE Solas Reflective Kit, EXFIL® Counterweight Kit and addi-
The current focus of the public safety community is on terrorism. ‘weapon of mass destruction.’” tional accessory items to come in 2015.
your climbing! NB: the eye is not a life support [and the] current “golden child” of the fire service is the “USAR JIM SEGERSTROM - 2004 Available in Orange, White, Red and Black
attachment point. www.arbpro.it www.teamwendy.com
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 US GEAR REVIEWS ROPE PRODUCTS

High Angle vRigger

also easily purchased in or from Europe, Australasia and Africa
by Ken Osterkamp aka GEAR FLOGGER
Cami llus EDC3 Knife version 10
Oooh, shiny little knife! And oh so handy, the Camillus EDC3 folding pocket knife is here to help. And at less than 3
ounces in your pocket it won't weigh you down. The EDC stands for Every Day Carry, a catchphrase for the tactical
Rope Rescue [ED: A whole host of updates for the latest version of Steve Achelis’
incredibly useful instructional/informational tool for creating train-
ing presentations and manuals for rope-system users].

Techniques
crowd that refers to the stuff you should never leave home without. Depending on your level of risk-adversity -
and good ole paranoia - that list of items could range from a clean pair of underwear to a crate of hand
grenades.For those of us on the saner end of the spectrum, a practical, lightweight folding knife is always useful. Amongst many new changes you can now insert a picture or back-
ground image such as a building, vehicle or tree. Gear can be
Camillus makes some nice blades and tools, and the EDC3 is optimized exactly as it should be with a 3 inch weath- ‘locked’ into position so that no accidental mouse movements or
er- and fingerprint-resistant carbonitride blade. The entire knife is just under 4 inches long closed and a little under
7 inches open, perfectly sized for everyday tasks like opening boxes and cutting cord. The latter function is made
4th Edition clicks will alter the on-screen system and gear can be applied in
layers rather than simply adjacent with ‘bring for-
[ED: easily one of the best books ever produced for
easy with the half serrated blade.The AUS-8 Japanese stainless steel handle has numerous cutouts that increase ward/ backward’ commands.
grip and decrease weight. The blade itself opens with dual thumb studs and adjustable tension, and once extended rope access and rescue.
the liner lock makes sure it doesn't fold until you want it to. The drop point design will work for everything from We’ve not yet read this latest Amongst 34 new tools are:
whittling to field dressing. A handy belt clip is nicely finished for smooth insertion and extraction into your pocket. edition but assuming it’s an •Backpack. The backpack is helpful when creating
Best of all, it's price is easy on the wallet. $19.97 on Amazon improvement on the 3rd edi- crevasse rescue systems.
tion and it’s hard to see how it •Overhand bight with an adjustable loop.

super.natural 1/4zip 175 base layer could get much better, this is a
must- have book for everyone
using ropes]
•Overhand (safety) knot. (You can also use one of the barrel knots
as safety knots.)
•Pulley (w/one Prusik). (As with previous versions of
Super.Natural wool has been around for a few years in Europe, and the parent company has connections to other top tier vRigger, there is also a pulley with two Prusiks.)
outdoor wool garment manufacturers. So it's no surprise that they do a great job blending wool and synthetic fibers for Your Definitive High Angle Rope
•Prusik hitch with an adjustable loop. The "Adjustable
serious base layer performance. Their Base 1/4 Zip 175 top and bottom are built from 48 percent merino wool, 48 percent Rescue Guide! The fourth edi-
polyester and 4 percent Lycra for a perfect combination of wicking, insulation and stretch. Anyone who uses modern meri-
Prusik Hitch"
tion of High-Angle Rope Rescue
no wool base layers knows the itch factor is a thing of the past, and we noticed none of it with this ensemble; just soft, •Four more Prusik hitches. (vRigger now includes more
Techniques: Levels I & II pro-
stretchy love that wicks the stank away. And we have so much stank than 15 different Prusik hitches.)
vides comprehensive coverage of
. •Interlocking bowline snippet that allows you to quickly
all aspects of high-angle rescue,
Although it's very difficult to measure performance over a temperature range, the 175 pieces seem to work very well add interlocking bowlines to your workspace.
over a wide range of conditions. It's no secret that here at Gearflogger we're big fans of the quarter zip top format, and including • planning, • PPE and equipment, •medical considera-
•Four "silhouette" men. These
Super.Natural has it dialed in with a medium-length zipper that is just right for a base layer. tions, •evacuations, and •special rescue operations.
men are helpful when creating
The fit of both pieces is athletic, with slight contouring that complements the Lycra so you really don't notice it, which is •Offers the latest in compliance with nationally recognized stan-
simplified illustrations.
especially important when layering: you want to avoid any extra friction between layers, so the smooth face and tight fit dards set by OSHA and the NFPA
•MSR snow picket.
of both top and bottom integrate perfectly. The flat seams help too. One detail on the bottoms that we really appreciate •508 pages
is the lack of a fly; file this under TMI, but it just seems like, even with a fly, we always just yank down the waistband to
•Safety Tec Duck ascender.
•Full color photos and illustrations
recycle fluids. Top $85 at Amazon Bottom $40 at Amazon •Petzl TIBLOCK ascender.
•Clove hitch.
Based on the 2013 edition of NFPA 1006, Standard for Technical

black diamond STORM headlamp

•Eight AustriAlpin carabiners.
Rescuer Professional Qualifications, High-Angle Rope Rescue
•Petzl Roll Cab. The Roll Cab is a cable trolley that is com-
Techniques: Levels I & II provides a broad overview of all rescue
monly used during chairlift evacuation.
techniques to meet the needs of fire service, search and rescue,
•CMC Enforcer load cell. If you calculate forces in vRigger,
and many other rope rescue professionals. The fourth edition
[A light for your recently disappointed valentine................................] the Enforcer will automatically display the forces (in either
has been updated to include:
...and by light we mean 160 lumens courtesy of the Black Diamond Storm headlamp, a great little pounds, kilograms, or kilonewtons).
lamp that does everything well. The main quad-power LED will shine down trail with enough illumina- •Coverage of new protective equipment, •terminology,
•Generic load cell. As with the CMC Enforcer, this
tion for speed freaks who are covering ground fast, and the dual white and dual red LEDs are great for •rescue products •techniques.
load cell displays forces.
slow pokes and general camp use. All new Skill Drills that provide step-by-step instruction on how
•Camp Goblin fall-arrester.
to execute important skills and procedures. Separation of High-
•Four new CMC MPDs (i.e., the 11mm and 13mm
There are a lot of lighting options on the Storm, and it's worth it to take some time to familiarize your- Angle Rope Rescue I & II Level content throughout the textbook
self with the controls. There's a big button on top like most models that does the normal on/off thing, models in both raising and lowering configurations).
and instructor resources.
and holding it activates a continuous dim feature that is pretty sweet. There's also a touch sensor on •Overhand knot for webbing with an adjustable loop.
By: Tom Vines and PMI’s own [ED: late and great loss to the
the side of the main housing that toggles between full power and dim settings as you tap it; takes a lit-
rope-world] Steve Hudson.
tle practice, but once you've got it down it does make things quicker.
COST: $90.95 www.pmirope.com www.vrigger.com
The red LEDs are nice for not waking up your partner(s) as you fumble around at night, and in the
event you fall into water during said fumbling the Storm is waterproof: IPX7 which is 1m for 30 min-
utes. Powered by four AAA batteries you'll get between 36 and 200 hours of use, and a lock mode will
keep it from suffering the dreaded premature illumination in your pack. We've saved the best feature
for last: a battery status indicator on the side lets you know when it's time to swap out. Nothing would
have said Valentine Day like a light for the light of your life (#soclever, see what we did there?).
$49.95 at REI

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 USAR EXTRICATION
FEMA Team Locations
US USAR TASK FORCE TEAMS 100 Battery Tools!
Makita now has 100 different cordless
power tools using the same 18 volt Lithium-
Ion battery. The Makita 18v Lithium-Ion
platform has featured increasing torque out-
puts from tools continually reducing in over-
all weight and size with consistently longer
battery life and the fastest charge time of
any power tool battery in its class. Tools in
the range are powered by 2.0Ah, 3.0Ah,
4.0Ah and 5.0Ah variants. The latest devel-
Colorado CO-TF1 State of Colorado
opment is the twin-18v concept where two
Florida FL-TF1 Miami-Dade Fire Dept.
Florida FL-TF2 Miami Fire Dept. 18v Lithium-Ion batteries are employed to
Indiana IN-TF1 Marion County power one tool and deliver a mighty 36v of
Louisiana LA-TF1 non-FEMA power [ED: particularly useful for high-draw
Maryland MD-TF1 Montgomery Fire Rescue tools like the chainsaw]. The 18v tool range
Massachusetts MA-TF1 City of Beverly includes reciprocating saws, chainsaw, steel
cutters, blowers, sprayers, hedgetrimmer,
drills and breakers, radios, torches, vacuum
cleaners and even a coffee maker and
Arizona AZ-TF1 Phoenix, Arizona heated jacket. www.makita.com
California CA-TF1 Los Angeles City Fire Dept.

Man-draulic’ Tools
California CA-TF2 Los Angeles County Fire Dept.
California CA-TF3 Menlo Park Fire Department
California CA-TF4 Oakland Fire Dept.
California CA-TF5 Orange Co. Fire Authority
California CA-TF6 Riverside Fire Department Missouri MO-TF1 Boone Co. Fire Protection District
California CA-TF7 Sacramento Fire Dept. [ED: AOLAI machinery &
Nebraska NE-TF1 Lincoln Fire Dept. Technology Co is not a company
California CA-TF8 San Diego Fire Dept. Nevada NV-TF1 Clark County Fire Dept.
we are familiar with or can vouch
New Mexico NM-TF1 State of New Mexico
New York NY-TF1 New York City Fire, EMS & Police for but they have an extensive
Ohio OH-TF1 Miami Valley US&R range of hydraulic and manual
Oregon OR-TF1 Non-FEMA tools, struts and powerpacks
INNOVATIVE TOOLS FOR USAR RESPONSES Pennsylvania PA-TF1 Commonwealth of Pennsylvania being supplied to the ever grow-
ing Chinese Fire-Rescue services www.allive-rescue.com
so you’re bound to come across
them sooner or later!]
A manual forced entry and rescue tool
system with chisel heads, breaker, cutting
ON:
INNOVATIld’s and pry heads etc. which slot into an
The wor L
only DUA
Search
impact hammer ‘handle’. The International
All risk Helmet System
Use for initial access lifting and rescue. It
can rip through building walls and floors,
Association of Heavy Rescue
vehicle doors, windows and locks. A world leader in Heavy Rescue training established 12 years ago in Sweden.
Combined Search Camera
& Wireless Life Detector The handle weighs 6.7kg Delivering the highest quality courses covering every aspect of heavy rescue from extrica-
patent pending
total weight of kit 17.6kg tion to advanced lifting techniques. Training has been developed over the years, cutting up
Tool dimensions 782 x 72mm 150 new trucks and carrying out over 4000 lifts to further develop the high quality training
being delivered by the association, along with this is the vast experience from attending
Wireless Life Detector
330ft / 100m Wired version available
many heavy rescue incidents in Sweden.

Tennessee TN-TF1 Memphis Fire Dept. Courses can be designed to cover all topics of heavy rescue or we can create special courses
Tennessee TN-TF2 Non-FEMA for diverse subject areas. Courses range from basic through to advanced in all disciplines
Texas TX-TF1 State of Texas USAR (heavy extrication, lifting, bus extrication and chain-cable techniques) We are also one of
Search Camera with Communication Texas TX-TF2 Non-FEMA the few providers of an Advanced Heavy Rescue Instructor course which is a certified course
Utah UT-TF1 Salt Lake Fire Dept.
Probe up to 13ft / 4m

by the International Association of Heavy Rescue.

Virginia VA-TF1 Fairfax Co. Fire&Rescue Dept.
www.LeaderNorthAmerica.com Virginia VA-TF2 Virginia Beach Fire Dept. www.heavyrescue.se
www.leader-group.eu
Washington WA-TF1 Puget Sound Task Force

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ARBCLIMBER GEAR SPOTLIGHT
STOCKISTS of
ARB CLIMBER
Buy copies of ArbClimber not to mention a
MANIPULATING FRICTION
SMC Tech HX
[ED: The Advance Tech HX with distinctly
Rock Exotica looking cool lines and colours,
quality aluminum and anodized to help
prevent corrosion. The Advance Tech HX
viding flawless function
under conditions that
whole load of rope, hardware, cutting & was due for review last year but the is the most advanced pulley of its kind on would shut down less-
safety kit from these fine suppliers: consignment never made it to us and now the market today. The Advance Tech HX er grade pulleys.
some parcel office in the Mid-West proba- will support ropes diameters from 7mm •Side plates are pre-
Australia Vic CANNINGS(pending)-www.cannings.com.au bly has the most expensive, and heavy up to 12.5mm. The Advance Tech HX is cisely tensioned for
Canada PACIFIC ARB SUPPLIES-www.pacificarborist.com Xmas tree decoration in history. We may ideal for all rescue applications where a easy one-handed
not be able to comment first-hand yet but small mechanical advantage system is operation and
Germany BENCH-www.bench.de
we originally requested the HX because being utilized. secure place-
Ireland ARB IRELAND-www.arbireland.com the concept and execution looked excellent ment at any
so it’s worth a few more lines here. FEATURES AND BENEFITS: point along the
New Zealand TREETOOLS-www.treetools.com
Hopefully we’ll cadge another one this •Integrated Cam for progress capture rope.
Scotland CLARK FOREST-www.clarkforest.com year and get a full review into the without the need of prussics. •Low profile fas-
UK north GUSTHARTS-www.gustharts.com magazines, no pressure SMC.....] •High efficiency sealed ball bearings pro- teners reduce
snagging and
UK south central HONEY BROS-www.honeybros.com Following on The SMC Advance Tech HX Pulley is a SPECIFICATIONS: hanging up
Type: Double
UK nw SKYLAND-www.skylandequipment.com from our double pulley with an integrated cam that Axle: Ball Bearing when pulley is
introduction provides immediate progress capture Material: High Quality Aluminum being moved.
UK South TREE KIT-www.treekit.com without the need of prusik loops. The all Dimensions: 130 x 70 x 50 mm •Wide base
in the last
USA west WESSPUR-www.wesspur.com Emag and our
in one frame and cam design presents a 5.08” x 2.74” x 1.97” design works most
compact form factor. Stainless pins retain Weight: 270g / 9.52 oz efficiently with Prusik cords of
USA east ARBOR-TECH-www.arbortech.com forthcoming full the rope when a rigged system is packed Rope Range: 7mm to 12.5mm/ <1/2” up to 8mm.
article on ‘manip- Sheave: 38mm /1.5” aluminum
USA n.central TREE STUFF-www.treestuff.com so that system can be pulled out and used Made in the USA
3 Sigma MBS: 34kN (7,644 lbf)
ulation’ of friction in a lowering system immediately. Manufactured from high Price: $141.80 www.smcgear.net
Becket Strength: 18kN (4,046 lbf)
in ArbClimber 7 David Driver has compiled an

SLIDING
explanatory video available on YouTube at:

HONEY BROTHERS
Arbor Tech
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•Hi-Vis reflective decals on legs and pockets
for added safety
•Available in Short, Regular and Tall
Arbortec’s chainsaw protective trousers
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Incorporating a Multi-layered chainsaw
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available. The trousers have been
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Edited EXTRACT from equipment to the Virginia area and
KNOTS at WORK now you can order from our
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USE for:
4 creating a
prusik loop
(purcell) with
5 two eyes or a
captive
carabiner eye
This requires a few extra inches over a standard
prusik loop.
1-3 Lay the cord out in the shape of the letter Z before tying a
standard fisherman’s knot in each end in the usual way. The dif-
ference is that the initial Z layout will provide an extra strand.
4-5 Pull on the two ends during tightening to cinch the two www.arbortechsupply.com
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AQUATIC PRODUCTS MAG INFO

INFLATABLE AIRBOAT urethane bullet-proof to

WEB SITES
UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Over the next few months we’ll be updating all three
9mm. web sites - this is looooooong overdue and with our
• Scratch & abrasion resist- track record with computers could yet all end in tears.
ant. The current websites will continue to operate as they
• Impervious to gas, oil,
diesel.
are because, until we screw up, the new sites are con-
• Cat Tubes come standard structed in the background.........allegedly. If you have
with any problems accessing anything on the current sites
bottom & side rub strake. simply drop us an email and we’ll get you sorted.
• Speed Tubes are available
any size.
• Tubes have multiple chambers (baffles).
• Will bounce off rocks and act as bumpers or
fenders.
MARKET GUIDES
[ED: not something we’ve had hands-on with
but an interesting concept. Inventer Kevin
2,250 pounds cargo in shallow water, rough
sea, or rapid rivers with treacherous current.
• High-Tech materials maintain integrity and
stay color-fast for many years.

SPECIFICATIONS
This airboat is rescue specific.
• 20' long, 10' wide, 9' tall.
to ROPE
We’ll continue to feature
guides to entire ranges of
Rodrigues had this to say]: We also retrofit sponsons for any and all exist-
• 1,500 pounds wet. rope in all of the various
“this boat is the product of a math equation - ing airboats, and build rigid hull inflatable air-
• 425 horsepower. activity sectors throughout
how to get the maximum number of people boats. Complete mobile airboat shop. We will
• 15,000 pound total flotation. 2015 and 2016. There is a lot
into a small craft that could be easily trans- show up on location and remedy any of your
• 2,250 pounds operating cargo weight.
ported and be safe? How to get 15 people in airboat needs. custom retrofit sponsons onto of crossover in the types of
as little as 6 inches of water and/or thru 20 existing airboats for extra added stability and rope used by rescuers,
ENGINES/MOTORS
foot waves ? I’m a 24 year professional year amazing anti-sinkability. We maintain the qual- arborists and rope access
• Marinized 450HP is our entry level for the all
round river guide and as an airboat operator I ities of an airboat with all the benefits of a
aluminum airboat motors. workers so some of the guides will appear in more than
worked New Orleans immediately post-hurri- rigid-hull inflatable.
• Using all aluminum motors provides several one title. However, they’ll be used at different times,
cane Katrina a standard solid-hull airboat. As I
benefits over the iron blocks.
watched and performed some rescues at MATERIALS updated to allow us to include new ropes and the
• Weight is the most obvious benefit which
Katrina it became obvious that the airboats • 3/16 Marine Grade introductions will obviously be reoriented toward the
makes a boat run better in every way.
were powerful rescue devices but they were Stainless Steel Tubing different uses.
• These motors weigh around 500lbs complete
not ideal. They needed to be able to carry • Aluminum Fuel Tanks
with all accessories and a gear box.
more people and they needed to be able to go • PVC, Hypalon, & polyurethane Low Stretch Ropes 8-9.9mm
into deep water with optimum safety. They • Composite Propellors
needed to be unsinkable, have overhead pro- CAT TUBES www.airboatwest.com Low Stretch Ropes 10-10.9mm
tection and have a low center of gravity to be • Air inflatable/foam filled poly-
able to get people off of roofs in floods. So I Low Stretch Ropes NFPA-Light - 11-11.9mm
redesigned it and hired engineers to put the Low Stretch Ropes NFPA -G - 1/2” /12-16mm
whole thing on a cad solidworks program. It
took three months just to pick out the metal. Arb Ropes Climbing (2016 Update)
David Mclain of Alumatech Airboats was will-
ing to take on the project and we built one Arb Ropes Rigging/Lowering (2016 Update)
helluva boat! this boat can do a lot of things
that no other craft can do. i believe that i
Arb Ropes Winch Ropes
could set a land speed record to the north Personal Escape Ropes fire/bailout/escape
pole solo! this boat is made for deep sea ice,
waves, rivers with treacherous current, it can Arborist Cords Prusik cords
be used as a dive platform and for Floridians it
can bump into manatees without harm. I took Access/Rescue Cords Prusik cords
from all that I had learnt from dunebuggy rac-
ing and ocean sailing to create the canopy and
Water Rescue Ropes All
the Power Raft was born. Airboats are not Dynamic Ropes Single
dependent on the water for propulsion or
steering so you can maintain control in a haz- Dynamic Ropes Double
ardous situation like white water froth or even
deep snow”. Arb Winch Ropes 6-14mm
We now build the powerraft as a rescue spe-
Military/Tactical Ropes All
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COVERS
would standout well against autumn
leaves. This one began a series of product
covers that we’re still in the midst of with
issue 68 and it’s concrete/metal cutter.

that NEVER Meanwhile in ArbClimber issue 2 we had

similar ideas and toyed with the CMC

MADE IT MPD with it’s equally striking orange and

grey. You might recognise this shot as

W
e usually plan to have a cover being from the same batch as the cover of
photo from one of the key arti- the last Emag. Ultimately we used the
cles in that particular issue but action shot from the tree climbing compe-
they don’t always suit for various reasons; tition because we were worried that a
not sharp enough for print, not oriented to cover shot featuring a piece of equipment
allow the titles to sit properly without originally designed for rescue might be a
impinging on the pic- little too ambiguous so early on in the life
ture or we just don’t of ArbClimber. As it turns out the MPD has
like them. The cover been more than a match for tree work
of issue67 was one of and a review is in the pipeline so who didn’t even realise there was a person
three originally consid- knows, it may yet make it. descending in the jungle shot. This one figure out which one oriented best to the
ered for TECHNICAL remains my favourite of the covers used titles.
RESCUE but they were Issue 3 was another to date.
all from the same planned cover from Issue 7.......currently it’s fixed on the
photo sequence taken on no lesser an icon our main article on Issue 6 was the Climber ‘Friction-where should it be in Rigging’
than the Eiffel Tower. We the use of helicopters with HAAS rig and the picture shown on page 8 but there is a
chose the one that we felt for tree removal. We result of a specific question mark over colour-saturation and
best portrayed the well knew we wanted a photo shoot so we resolution so it could yet change!
known outward curve of perspective action knew the pose and lay-
the Tower’s leg. For these shot. We preferred out we just needed to
Emags we’re using shots the clarity of the yel-
of equipment that are low climber with the
relevant to rescue, heli in clear view but
access and tree work.Preferably to all it was unfortunately a
three and the climbing boot, although bit below the
marketed specifically at arborists is defi- required resolution
nitely suited to all three market sectors. and a bit too bright,
too much flare to
Issue 66 of Technical Rescue was unusual reproduce well
in that it was planned from the start and enough in print. The
we didn’t bother trying any other images. cover we went with
Sometimes we go all the way to just was a lot sharper but
before print before having a last minute ended up somewhat
change of heart...it’s our magazine, we can darker than we had
do what we like! hoped.

In Issue 65 of Technical Rescue our key In issue 4 of

article was on the Special Casualty Access ArbClimber the Eden
Team of the NSW Ambulance and we had shot (right) was in
loads of great shots but not many that place right up to the
were able to be blown up to cover size. last week because
These two helicopter and winchman shots although we preferred
were just too low resolution to make it. the dark framing and
We started to look at equipment shots like awesome tree of the
the Leatherman MUT from our back to shot we ultimately
back tests and we still like the clean cut- used, the abseiler
out appearance of this style of cover but in was far more obvi-
the end we put in a bit more effort and ous in the Eden shot
did a proper photo session with the BW that in the Jungle
monitor knowing its striking yellow livery shot. Many people

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after Easter. Thereafter we’ll finally be back to normal. Those awaiting hardcopies of TR67 and AC6 will receive them next month (at long last!). AQUATIC

ABSOLUTES OF RESCUE
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swimming. Even in formal train-

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pants have instinctively tried to

RESCUE
Jim Jones & by stand when knocked over by
strong current and broken an
ankle. Rather than being embar-
rassed because you're swimming,

ROPE RESCUE
•Arizona Vortex High Directional pt2 by Reed Thorne
•Market Guide to Escape Ropes
•Courant Cross Bags Review
•Petzl Zillon work positioning Device Review
•Durolock- Evolution of a Carabiner
GENERAL
•Back to Back Multitools
•Converting Wheels to Track in under an Hour
EXTRICATION/USAR
•B-Post Roof Rip by Rich Denham and Nick Appleton.
•Using Recip Saws in heavy rescue by John Curley
• Bariatric casualty removal
M
any years ago the late Jim Segerstrom, the internationally be grateful that you know how to perform a swimming self-res-
• USAR Operator - Personal Kit
known swiftwater rescue educator and writer, published cue. Use it!
• Holmatro Extrication Manual Review
[in Technical Rescue] a list of the so-called "absolutes" of 7. Always use the right equipment/gear for the job at hand.
WATER RESCUE
swiftwater rescue principles. While not a complete list of all pos- While this one applied more specifically to professional rescuers
•BOAT on a HIGHLINE by Chris Onions
sibilities it was intended to highlight that rescue instructors must who may have a variety of technical equipment in their truck, for
•Higgins & Langley Awards 2014
avoid being dogmatic in their instructional programs. Every res- whitewater rescuers what is carried in a boat is limited. This is
•Drysuit Storage Care
cue situation, or river accident in whitewater paddling, is going to why throw-bags and safety ropes need to be of sufficient strength
•International Association of Water Rescue
Professionals
be different than any other and instructors and rescuers must be and length to do any task. A weak polypro line being used in a
flexible when teaching and responding to river and flood rescues. serious haul system might not be right for the task at hand.
FRONT COVER: The market leading Actsafe powered
Jim Segerstrom's list emphasized the current body of knowledge 8. Never count on a victim to help in his/her own rescue.
ascender in use on the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Great for
at that time, regarding rescue principles that rescuers should fol- Victims not experienced with the noise of rivers and whitewater
access, rescue, hauling and lowering, battery power
low when making rescues. In terms of protecting both victims can find their plight unnerving and mesmerizing. Even whitewater
has definitely arrived and is worthy of consideration
and rescuers, it contrasted principles that rescuers should 'always' paddlers have become flustered if stuck or entrapped in the river.
by rescue and tactical agencies as well as arborists.
follow with others that rescuers should 'never' do. We've given a Rescuers have to assume that the victim can't, or won't, help. An
discussion of some of Segerstrom's list. As a founder of Rescue 3
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www.rangermagazine.com mainly on rescue squads in public agencies. Rescue 3 teaches res- and less risk to rescuers, to have victims self-rescue if they can.
cue workshops and gives trainings worldwide.

SAR
We’ll be finishing up the article layout for
issue 1 during March so more on the content
in the next Emag. It does include:
•NPS Rope Training at Harpers Ferry
•Yosemite Cliff Rescue
•Pyrenees Rescue
NB: existing Park Ranger subscribers will
have their subscriptions reset to receive the
first four issues of iSAR for no extra cost.
Anyone subscribing before iSAR is published
can also receive Park Ranger #1 and #2 and
then 4 issues of iSAR. Bargain!
While principles for all types of rescue are generally the same
response in whitewater boating situations will be somewhat dif-
ferent than that of an urban rescue squad answering a call in
The existing PARK RANGER website: their rescue trucks. Most of the time SAR personnel will likely be
www.rangermagazine.com will continue to making a land-based approach whereas whitewater rescuers [may
well be responding] to mishaps as they progress downriver.
function and accept subscriptions and will
later point to the new site automatically.
As a rescuer.
FRONT COVERS: 1. Always be PRO-ACTIVE. Think preventative search and rescue
One of the covers under consideration for iSAR #1.
rather than just being in reactive mode if an accident happens.
This one is from Rob Turan who we prematurely said Being proactive for whitewater boating means taking rescue
was signing off after this issue but luckily for us still
training, practicing the skills and strategies, and consistently
has some articles up his sleeve. Although now retired
emphasizing preparation, prevention, and avoidance of river acci-
from the National Park Service Rob continues to keep
dents.
his hand in with Buff SAR in Arkansas.
2. Always follow this order of priorities when working on a res-
This cover is a rope exercise at Harpers Ferry National
cue--protect yourself and self-rescue first, then rescue or protect
Historic Park, West Virginia, USA
the security of your team, and finally rescue the victim. A victim
stranded or stuck in a stream is already in a difficult position and
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9. Never tie a rope around the torso of a rescuer who is going
into the current to assist someone. If knocked over the rescuer
could be trapped and unable to escape from the line. Wide use of
rescue vests today reduce risks when being tethered to a line
because of the capability for releasing from the line, but still
wearing the lifevest.
10. Never tension a low line across the river at exact right angles
to the current vector (direction of main river current ). A line set
up as a tension traverse, or one belayed from both banks, can be
effectively used to assist a rescuer in a wading rescue but should
be angled relative to the current. If a line is established and ten-
sioned at right angles the weight of the rescuer will sag the line in
the middle of the current (where it is strongest and deepest). The
rescuer will be unable to continue and will have to turn loose and
become a swimmer, or worse, the rescuer could become entan-
gled in the line and pulled underwater.
11. Once a rescuer makes the decision to contact (assist) a victim
be prepared to carry all the way through to the best of your abili-
ty, yet always protect your own safety.
12. Always keep the rescue effort as simple as possible. A com-

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www.arbclimber.com ing the situation worse. however, put all your eggs in one basket, or, always have a con-
3. Always wear a Lifevest. This is a given in whitewater boating. tingency plan in motion if the first planned effort isn't going to be

CLIMBER
Not only does one provide the necessary flotation but it provides successful.
warmth and protects from the bumps and bruises of a rugged With the continued evolution of modern day whitewater and
river scene. As slimlined and comfortable as modern lifevests are swiftwater rescue knowledge, perhaps this one could be added to
there is no reason not to wear yours. In water activities of all Jim Segerstrom's original list of absolutes.
types across America not wearing a PFD is still a primary reason 13. Always be consciously aware of both rescuer and victim
that people drown. psychology in emotional situations when a victim's in trouble.
CHAINSAWS & TOOLS •SherrillTree Big Shot Review 4. Always deploy upstream spotters, ideally on both sides of the Keep the overall scene in focus and avoid tunnel vision when
•Battery Power Chainsaws - Fit for Pros? •Durolock- Evolution of a Carabiner stream at the rescue location. Spotters warn other boaters com- making the rescue. Stay flexible and be ready to adjust to the
•Maintenance- Fuel starved Husqy 540XP •Climbing Lanyards by TC Mazar ing downriver, or watch for floating debris on/under the surface changing circumstances of a dynamic river environment.
FIRST AID/WELFARE •Update on the Petzl ZigZag that might injure rescuers working in the water. An exception in
•ArbAid Trauma Kit Review whitewater rescue might be when rescuer numbers are limited a When meeting the challenge of a river accident, never depart
•Arb Medic Training Course by Chris Walker FRONT COVER: Climber using HAAS version 2.1 spotter may have to serve dual roles. from the sound principles of your rescue training. This will always
•Staying Alive while working Aloft by Thomas ascending rig. The clever bit is the integral connec- 5. Always have downstream backup for rescuers in the water in help reduce risks to rescuers.
Amorim tion to the specially produced Clip'in boots from the event that a rescuer takes an unexpected swim. Again,
ROPES & RIGGING Italian company ArbPro. These have a loop on the because of limited numbers a rescue scene leader on shore might Jim Jones & Jim Simmons are ACA and NFPA instructors and
•Market Guide to Lowering/Rigging Ropes pt2 laces section into which the HAAS clips. The trailing also double as the backup safety person. members of Crawford Co SAR, AR.
•Sherrill Tree Rook Review leg uses a Petzl Pantin-style foot ascender. 6. Never put your feet down and try to stand if swept away by www.whitewatersolutions.net

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[ED: our favourite
stretcher design ALA
Sked, Ferno Vertical and the
Abtech SLIX100 so we expect the Saviour
to be a worthy addition to the market. Not
quite a universal stretcher replacement as
rigid ‘platform’ style stretchers continue to
be preferred by many as extremely robust
in rocky environments and capable of
being used as an actual work platform
especially for ‘hot-loading’ from a ledge]
The Saviour Tactical and the Saviour
Technical designed by Paul Savage OBE ini-
tially for the maritime SAR world but
enhanced to be the solution for all pre-
hospital arenas.
The Saviour is light, weighing in at less
than 5kg. It rolls up for compact storage
store in a shoulder carry or rucksack bag,
just about the size of an oxygen barrel
bag. Once taken out of the bag and laid
flat, the patient is placed or slid onto the
Saviour and then it is formed around
them using the fastening straps and head
hugger system. All straps are coloured
coded. Not only does the double skin
around the spine and the strapping sys-
tem make for a securely packaged patient,
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the ‘Swiss Army knife’
but it acts (if
required) as a pelvic
splint. The stretcher is x-ray
translucent and able to go through a
CT scanner. The design allows the patients’
chest to be accessed easily for CPR, defib-
rillation, IO insertion or respiratory assess-
ment.
When it ‘s time to evacuate the patient,
the Saviour proves it is not a one-
trick pony. The patient can be:
•dragged by a single operative
using the integral drag harnesses
•carried by 2 or 4 operatives using
the soft carry handles or poles if required
•vertically hauled from the 200kg rated
top eyelets •horizontally hauled from the
200kg eyelets (Saviour Technical only) or
•floated out of the scene, as the Saviour is
neutrally buoyant and will float with a
patient in a simple lifejacket.
It is suitable for confined space rescue,
water rescue, vertical and horizontal rope
of stretchers
rescues, lowering
down stairs, mass
casualty
rescue and vehi-
cle or boat transport. As all
materials are resistant to salt water and
sand, it works in even the harshest envi-
ronments. It fits in all basket stretchers on
the UK market, so should you require
onward patient transport by another
agency, the Saviour Tactical sits inside
their basket stretcher, minimising the
need for detrimental patient movement.
Once the patient care is over, the Saviour
takes seconds to roll up and pack back
into its carry bag. Decontamination is sim-
ple and effective as the Saviour has been
manufactured from sympathetic materials
with this in mind. However, should a strap
be soiled beyond salvation, every part of
the Saviour is available as a spare part.
The Saviour comes with a white or black
skin and coloured straps for ease of use.
The Saviour Technical is also supplied with
horizontal and vertical lifting strops.
So next time you are designing a vehicle,
kitting out an Ambulance or carrying a
heavy stretcher over a distance to a scene
and wondering why you carry a variety of
stretchers for a variety of roles, think how
much simpler life will be when you only
need to carry one that is small, light and
highly effective.
Email: saviourstretcher@gmail.com
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REVIEWS
in the PipeLine
ROCK EXOTICA BOLT
Such a work of art (as we often seem to
describe Rock’s work as) that we thought
it appropriate to use a couple of arty pho-
tos in the main reviews. Actually, on
reflection, it’s maybe quite an ugly-looking
plate and I’ve simply been overwhelmed
by the quality of production. The Bolt has
a ....well, bolt-type thing running through
the eyes along its base. This can be slid
out by releasing the two red sprung pins
you can see on each side. The bolt
replaces up to 5 precious carabiners, gains
you several inches and makes your system
much tidier. In this example from Wesspur,
pulleys are used but you could also add
your descender and/or belay device
and/or rope grab for a lowering system or
highline tensioning. So many options its
hard to know where to start the review.
Check out TR68 and AC7
FELCO 621 HAND SAW
Always a quality brand and the latest Felco
Saw the 621 is no exception - Swiss with a
South Korean production - all the best
blades are from the far east right? This is a
pull stroke saw with a 9.5”/24cm fixed
blade and a scabbard that’s substantial
enough to be used as a mallet! We’re test-
ing this against some of the best and not
so hot but very cheap, alternatives.
Probably AC8 by the time we’ve abused it
for a few more months
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Sumatran Orangutans
are critically endangered and without
teach-
ing Tree
Surgery for 27 years, so
is the ideal person to under-
urgent action could be the first Great Ape
take this request!
A team has been put together to go out to
species to become extinct. Sumatran
Sumatra in April, along with Tony will be
Orangutan Society (SOS) is dedicated to
contract and competition climber Geoff
turning this situation around. Sawpod Ltd,
Pugsley, wood and Science expert Rhob
in the guise of Tony and Di Darbyshire
Williams who was instrumental in starting
have been donating 10p from every
the climbing support program and climber
Sawpod sold to the charity, but were
Marcus Nicholson (travelling over from
delighted to be asked for a very different
Australia). The boys are going to be taking
kind of donation.
climbing and lowering gear (hopefully
Climbing skills and equipment is urgently
donated by various tree surgery retailers)
needed for the safe recovery and rescue of
out to the project with the intention of
‘sleeping’ Orangutans in the trees after
teaching the rescue team to use tree
having been anaesthetized through the
climbing equipment in their Orangutan
tranquilizer system. Currently they rely on
rescue work.
the use of a net on the ground to catch
the sedated Orangutan, which although at
Help us protect orangutans,
times is sufficient and relatively safe, there
their forests and their future.
is always a risk of the animal hurting itself
See www.sawpod.co.uk for
in such a fall. Once the Orangutan falls
more information and the SOS
asleep on the branches of trees, the team
website at: www.orangutans-
have 30-40 minute to set a climbing sys-
sos.org
tem while the tranquilizer working. So Pic: Joachim Mueller
with a proper sys-
tem, rope rescue
trained veterinarians
could ascend to a
sedated Orangutan
and safely lower
him/her down to the
ground. Usually, they
have to wait until
Orangutan wakes up,
moving to other
branches and put to
sleep again. Or take
risks in climbing the
tree to pick up the
sedated Orangutan
and “throw” it onto
a ground net.
Climbing equipment
could also be used to
position the ‘tran-
quilizer gun shooter
so that a clear line of
sight is acquired,
thus better ensuring
the safety of the
Orangutan, and also
lessening the need
to utilize extra darts.
Tony has been
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SAREXPO 2015
STIHL warns about
imitations
1-3 Mar 2015
Espacio Riesco
Convention Center,
SEARCH&RESCUE 2015
Santiago - Chile 12-13 May 2015
www.sarexpo.com
Hilton Brighton Metropole
TAKE CARE: what looks like a bargain STIHL distributes its products exclusively
LAAD Brighton - UK may turn out to be very expensive, as through its network of STIHL Approved
Highlighting the operational tactics, latest technologies and cur- the low price of counterfeit chainsaws Dealers thus guaranteeing original prod-
2015 rent training requirements for Air Sea Rescue & Personnel
Original STIHL MS 180 and EMAS imitation goes hand in hand with shorter life, less ucts, service and advice. At your STIHL
Recovery across both civil and military SAR operations. power and reduced safety. Approved dealer, you can be sure of get-
14-17 April
SAR 2015 will discuss and debate the latest techniques, tech- ting full STIHL quality, and not some
2015 nologies, safety issues concepts of operations, human factors, However counterfeits are not always cheap imitation.
offered at low prices. In many cases the Note:
Riocentro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil training and doctrine available to prosecute SAR missions,
including Air-Sea Rescue and Joint SAR operations. prices are only a little lower than the If in doubt, please contact your STIHL
www.laadexpo.com.br The event includes a 2-day conference with major supporting original product prices. This is done to Approved Dealer. Or you can e-mail your
exhibition. create the impression that they are origi- questions to us at trademarks@stihl.co.uk
CONFERENCE THEME: nal STIHL products.
www.stihl.co.uk www.stihl.de
AMBITION 2015 MISSION CHANGE FOR SAR – WHAT’S NEXT?
Key themes will include: Counterfeits are hazardous
21-22 April 2015 The ageing population of SAR Professionals – crewing the coun- Whereas STIHL products are charac-
terised, among other things, by strict
Olympia tries SAE Operations
Challenges faced in the Mediterranean as a result of the unrest quality and safety standards, this is not
London - UK in Middle East & Africa the case with imitations. Often the coun-
Moving towards better Integration between the SAR Agencies terfeit machines break down after only a
www.ambitionexpouk.com STIHL MS 380 and Swool imitation
short time in use, and as spare parts are
Long range & Offshore SAR 'Blatant imitation' MS 460
not available they cannot be repaired.
AERIAL FIREFIGHTING http://tangentlink.com/event/search-rescue-2015/
Moreover, safety-critical devices may be
faulty or totally absent. For example, the
EUROPE 2015 hand guard for the automatic chain
brake - the most important safety device
29-30 April 2015 on a chain saw - was found to be broken
Zadar, Croatia when one counterfeit saw was
Blatant imitation' with 'STIHL MS 440' sticker unpacked.
www.tangentlink.com/event/aerial-fire-fighting-2015/
STIHL chainsaws have become a focus of
A&A 2015 attention for imitators. Most of the
counterfeits come from China and they 'Blatant imitation' with 'STIHL MS 440' sticker
27-31 October 2015 look like the original STIHL products, but without STIHL colour scheme

Düsseldorf especially with their orange/light grey

colour scheme. Furthermore, consumers
Fairgrounds - Germany are taken in by forged stickers with the
'STIHL' brand name, and in some cases
www.aplusa-online.com
familiar model designations like 'MS 440'
are marked on the saws. Apart from
Tree Care THE ARB SHOW 2015 their colours and the model designation,
Fri 5th - Sat 6th June 2015 these chainsaws have nothing in com-
Industry mon with the original STIHL chainsaws.
Westonbirt, the National Arboretum
EXPO
12-14 Nov 2015
Tetbury, Gloucestershire - UK How can you protect yourself?
Street vendors, flea markets and car
The UK’s premier show for arborists includes
Pittsburgh, the 3ATC Open Climbing Competition
boot sales are always a sure sign of
counterfeit, inferior, risky products. The
PA- USA www.tcia.org (Arboricultural Association Arborist Tree Embossed STIHL logo printed in black on the sprock-
same applies to new products offered Chainsaws with no model designation but
Challenge) www.trees.org.uk et cover. STIHL never uses inferior stickers for the for sale on the Internet. with typical STIHL colour scheme
brand name or the model designations

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