CMC: Rescue, Safety, Access

Name: CMC: Rescue, Safety, Access
Address: 6740 Cortona Drive, Goleta, CA, 93117, US
Telephone: +18005137455
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05/28/2026

In Confined Space Rescue, a common misconception is that the retrieval line used on an entrant (subject or rescuer) in a confined space must be attached to the Dorsal connection on a harness. That is not always the case. In many cases the Sternal connection on a rescue harness creates the same size or smaller profile as the Dorsal connection which meets the OSHA requirements. In other situations, the only method of attachment that would allow the entrant to be successfully retrieved from a space would be wristlets or anklets. If the entrant is unresponsive, wristlets or anklets are a last resort due to potential injury but may be necessary due to the situation.

05/26/2026

In this clip from episode 32 of the CMC Podcast Instructors Craig McClure and Justin Wheaton discus how good, honest, friends can help eliminate testing bias.

05/22/2026

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor the brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. We wish you a safe and healthy holiday.

Please note that our offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26.

05/21/2026

The annual Mountain Rescue Association (MRA) Spring Conference is almost here! Join us 12–14 June in Juneau, Alaska, where hosts Juneau Mountain Rescue and Alaska Mountain Rescue Group are creating a great opportunity for collaboration, education, and networking with leading search and rescue professionals.

CMC is proud sponsor this worthwhile event again this year, as well as teaching a pre-conference class:

Learn a dynamic yet repeatable approach to leading a rope rescue call. Fine tune your approach to size-up, rescue planning, resource allocation, span of control, risk awareness and management, and the communication strategies to make it all come together.

Two-day class (June 10th and 11th) - both days required. Students should be prepared for movement on rope in a high angle environment. Fundamental rope skills required. Please bring helmet, harness and gloves.

No fee but registration required for pre course communication and planning purposes.

Sign up today! Link below.

LINK:
https://hubs.la/Q04hxVjC0

05/20/2026

CMC is issuing a Product Safety & Inspection for the CAPTO™.

Through our internal inspection processes, CMC has found certain instances where the thread locker that secures the CAPTO cam set screw may not have fully cured. This potentially affects CAPTO 11 MM Gray (Part # 336011) and CAPTO 13 MM Red (Part # 336013) models from serial number 23191-001 through 26085-034. If the set screw becomes fully unthreaded, the cam spring may fall out, causing the cam to not function as intended. There have been no reports of any set screws coming loose in the field, but out of an abundance of caution we request that customers inspect for the presence and position of the set screw to ensure that it is installed properly. We have corrected this issue for current and future CAPTO production.

The same thread locker is also used as a secondary method to secure the pulley fl**ge. While we do not expect any issues, CMC still advises that customers also inspect the pulley fl**ge while inspecting the set screw position.

If you have a CAPTO, please immediately inspect your device using the inspection steps included in the Inspection & Safety Notice.

To view the notice and inspection video see link below.

https://hubs.la/Q04hqQdX0

https://hubs.la/Q04hq-FS0

05/19/2026

The CMC Podcast returns, now with video!

In this clip from episode 32 of the CMC Podcast Instructors Craig McClure and Justin Wheaton discus what they believe contributes to a meaningful testing process, specifically around the context of the International Technical Rescue Symposium (ITRS).

Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 ITRS, for more information please see the link below.

https://itrsonline.org/

To watch, or listen, to the full episode please see the link below or check it out wherever you get your podcasts.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pStvoxX2wM

05/18/2026

Built for the backcountry, and at home in any rope rescue operation, the Outback™ Convertible Harness is now available in all black.

Tested to EN and ASTM standards, the Outback Convertible Harness is designed for challenging operations in rescue, climbing, caving, tactical, and beyond. Its patented integration lets users configure the harness for the task at hand and share components in the field. The belt fits in standard 2" loops and can be worn throughout the mission. Add leg loops for a quick transition to a sit harness, while those on rope can don the chest attachment for the security of a full body harness. Built with an aluminum attachment point and quick connect buckles for secure and swift operations when it counts.

Learn more with the link below!

https://hubs.la/Q04h04Ty0

05/14/2026

There are four basic categories of Confined Space Rescues:

The Rescue that never happens - prevented by proactive intervention
Self-Rescue
Non-Entry Rescue
Entry Rescue

The best rescue is one that never needs to take place because of following good procedures or proactive intervention. Self-Rescue and Non-Entry Rescue are the fastest for the subject and expose the rescuers to the least risk. An Entry-Rescue is the last resort and only done when the other options are not viable.

05/11/2026

The ATOM Access Plus is a purpose-built rope access harness, made for maximum comfort and mobility.

Created with extensive input from experts in the field, the ATOM Access Plus offers Cobra Quick Connect Buckles at the legs for easy donning and breathable extended padding at the shoulders for all day comfort. It also includes the tried-and-true feature set of the ATOM Access Harness including lightweight aluminum attachment points, molded gear loops, and additional tool loops.

This harness configuration has been one of our most popular custom options on the ATOM Build Your Own platform. We've made it available as a pre-built model for quick shipping to job sites where it delivers exceptional performance and work efficiency.

To learn more see link below.
https://hubs.la/Q04g8q_C0
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04/28/2026

Thanks to everyone who stopped by our FDIC booth, and everyone who followed along online. It was great to connect with so many technicians from all over the world. We were excited to give hands-on demonstrations of our latest equipment, including new products not yet launched to the public. This year was especially busy with a first look at the WICKED PICKET ANCHOR SYSTEM, CORTONA CARABINERS, WRS WATER RESCUE GEAR, TECH G and more. You can sign-up for product notifications using the link below.

https://hubs.la/Q04dMJhd0

Here are a few more photos of some of our upcoming products that were on display at FDIC, See you next year!

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6740 Cortona Drive
Goleta, CA
93117

Telephone

+18005137455

Website

http://cmcpro.com/

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