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Petzl Recalls TRAC CLUB Trolleys
Petzl is recalling all TRAC CLUB trolleys model numbers P023AB00 (trolley sold individually) and P023AB01 (trolleys sold in pack of 5) due to a breakage risk of the black rear plate that could cause a fatal fall.
Modernizing the Lobster Claw
I hate to say it, but our beloved hand spliced lobster claws and tethers are fading out. Despite having been a staple for decades, many traditional...
Managing COVID Procedures with Papertrail
In our industry, thorough inspections and documentation are key parts of managing safe operations. Having an efficient system to maintain robust re...
ISC Issues Inspection Notice for Zippey Trolleys
ISC is requesting that all owners of the above listed items continue to conduct their regular product inspections. There has been a report, from a ...
JHA’s: Identifying and Mitigating Risk to your Aerial Adventure Staff
Do you know what a JHA is? Well, a JHA is required by OSHA to, among other things, evaluate if your staff has the proper PPE for their job. Sound l...
Anatomy of an Incident
“Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” As far as we know, Abraham Lincoln never rode a zip li...
Papertrail for Climbing Gyms
Inspection Management for the 21st Century
If I were to ask what equipment in your inventory was currently quarantined and the reason why, could yo...
How to Improve Vehicle Safety at Zip Lines and Adventure Parks
The Hidden Hazard in Aerial Adventure
Did you know that more than half of all claims in the zip line and aerial park industry come from a sector of...
Top 5 Essential Pieces of Staff Equipment
Staff gear upgrades are front of mind for a lot of operators right now so we wanted to give an overview of essential equipment to consider. There a...
Know These 9 Things First for OSHA Compliance in Aerial Adventure and Climbing Gyms
If you are an aerial adventure or climbing gym operator, you have likely heard rumblings about the need for OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Ad...
Papertrail Q&A with Mt. Hermon Adventures
Mount Hermon Adventures is located in the scenic Santa Cruz Mountains of California. This beautifully located adventure business operates a canopy ...
6 Reasons Why Regular Training is So Important
by: AAT Guest Writer, Joel McCombs
1. Safety
Safety in our industry is paramount. While accidents do happen, the vast majority can be avoide...
What Documentation Will I Need to Produce After an Incident?
By: Guest Writer, Cameron Annas
After an incident, and especially after an attorney is involved, you are going to be asked to produce the following...
Save Money and Gain Efficiency with Papertrail
"How much does it cost?" The first question any smart business person asks, and rightly so. With software that makes your booking, membership, or...
An Honest Account of Papertrail Implementation
We’ve been following this great blog series from 5th Point, an Australian rope access company, on their process for implementing Papertrail and RFI...
Myth Busting on Suspension Syndrome
A great article on suspension syndrome (suspension trauma) to come out of Emergency Medicine News by authors Hawkins, Seth C. MD; Simon, R. Bryan R...
Equipment Management Best Practices
Get the Instructional Guide for Managing your Gear and Inventory
Equipment management is essentially asset management. The aerial adventure product...
Storage and Maintenance Guidelines
Downloadable Equipment Storage and Maintenance Guide
Proper storage and maintenance of your equipment helps to ensure its longevity and function. ...
Papertrail - Case Study: Castle Climbing Center
Papertrail is the solution to adventure operations' need for organized record-keeping for regular inspections. Read on for information from our par...