August 22, 2012
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How do you decide between an auto-lock or a screw gate carabiner? Generally speaking, I choose auto-locking carabiners for use on helicopters. They don’t vibrate open, and noise signature isn’t as big a deal. Auto-locks have a tendency to make … Continue reading
August 11, 2012
by Chris
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I’ve been asked “what is the best one-handed bandage?” or variations thereof, and I even see discussions about it online. Apparently there are even people instructing the importance of a one-handed bandage on courses that others pay money to take. … Continue reading
July 13, 2012
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When we first started teaching surgical airways to Canadian Forces Medics, they were expected to make their own kits. A #6 ETT was cut down to the point just above the inflation balloon tube, and all the other components were … Continue reading
July 6, 2012
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Believe it or not! The preliminary drop tests were successful and promising. A 100kg load was dropped onto a Quickie Descender™ (QD) in belay configuration. Peak force and slip distances were measured. And theoretically, the system is safe employed within … Continue reading
April 17, 2012
by Chris
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Not many people know the history of CTOMS and why we got started. 10 years ago today, very early in the Afghanistan campaign, I had the unfortunate experience of being 150m away from a 500lbs bomb that was accidentally dropped … Continue reading
March 10, 2012
by Chris
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2012 is going to be a busy year for us as we`re in the process of changing the way we run our Training. The change is so significant, it is going to take all year. But that is not the … Continue reading
March 4, 2012
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Today is the 10 year anniversary of the Battle of Takur Ghar. It is said to be the most decorated U.S. battle per capita of friendly participant. I have had the privilege of hearing a first hand account of the … Continue reading
February 27, 2012
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I want to rant about chest seals. And I want to critically look at them from a practical perspective. There must be a dozen different brands in the US market these days. What I find most interesting, is that when … Continue reading
January 12, 2012
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It was brought to our attention that there was a little too much ‘play’ in the Drop MOLLE Panel in some circumstances, when retrieving a mag or pistol. Usually the simple answer is the best answer, so from this point … Continue reading
December 21, 2011
by Chris
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Everyone at CTOMS wishes you and your family a safe and happy holiday season. Please remember those who are unable to spend this time of year with their families due to public service duties and operational deployments. And most importantly, … Continue reading