Dragon Rescue Management, Inc.

06/23/2026

Never assume it’s going to work the way it’s supposed to.

The only way to know is to get your hands on it and test it.

Equipment fails. Systems malfunction. Assumptions get people hurt.

Train before the emergency, not during it.
Work smart…work safe…train often…train safe!

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06/21/2026

Happy Fathers Day!

Work smart…work safe…train often…train safe!

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06/20/2026

Don’t force it…release it!

06/20/2026

The dreaded door restrictor.

It's been part of elevator systems since the early 1990s. And while it keeps the riding public safe, it presents a unique challenge for firefighters trying to open an elevator car door during emergencies.

Here's what it does:

The door restrictor prevents passengers from self-evacuating when the car isn't aligned with a landing, typically more than 18 inches above or below floor level.

When the car is between floors, the restrictor locks the doors.

Why? To prevent passengers from climbing out and falling into the hoistway.

It's a critical safety feature that prevents unauthorized self-rescue attempts that could lead to a potential injury.

For firefighters, understanding how this device operates—and how to release it safely—is key to proper elevator rescue operations.

Because knowledge of the system you're working with makes all the difference between a smooth rescue and a complicated one.

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06/19/2026

There seems to be a lot of confusion by certain elevator industry people about who is authorized to perform elevator emergency operations, aka entrapments.


ASME A17.1 and A17.4 specifically recognize elevator evacuation by both “authorized persons” and “emergency personnel.” The code defines emergency personnel as individuals trained in emergency elevator operations.

Notice what the code does not say:
❌ Only elevator mechanics may perform all emergency operations.

This isn’t about firefighters replacing elevator mechanics. It’s about properly trained emergency responders making informed decisions when people are trapped and conditions demand action.

The key isn’t job title.

The key is training, competency, and operating within established policies and procedures.

At Dragon Rescue Management, we teach firefighters and emergency responders how to safely assess stalled occupied elevators, identify hazards, understand system limitations, and make sound decisions based on recognized industry standards and best practices.

Waiting isn’t always the wrong decision.
But it shouldn’t be the only decision you know how to make.

Why DRM for this type of training?

Our elevator emergency training is delivered through a unique partnership between experienced elevator industry professionals and seasoned fire service instructors. In addition, DRM has retained a full-time elevator consulting firm with QEI-certified inspectors, ensuring our curriculum remains current with the latest code updates, industry changes, and best practices.

Work smart…work safe…train often…train safe!

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ElevatorSafety TechnicalRescue

06/18/2026

⚠️ This non-negotiable safety rule could save your life during elevator rescue operations...

Before ANY manual hoistway door access, power MUST be shut down and confirmed. This isn't a suggestion - it's a requirement.

Here's the critical protocol:
📻 Radio machine room team
🔒 Confirm lockout/tagout procedures
✅ Get verbal power-off confirmation
⚡ Only then proceed with access

Remember the fundamentals:
- Follow DRM's 11-step IRPs first
- Control the rescue car before poling
- Use approved equipment only
- Maintain constant communication
- Wear appropriate PPE

Double-tap if you're committed to safety-first rescue operations.

Share this with your department - it could save a life.

06/18/2026

Special shout-out to the guys, who spend their coffee break, lunch break, and apparently their entire shift commenting on my posts.

I post.
They get angry.
The post blows up.
Another class fills.
More tools are sold.

At this point, they’re working harder for Dragon Rescue Management than some paid advertising companies.

Thanks for the support, gentlemen. 🍻

Work smart…work safe…train often…train safe!

06/16/2026

🎯 "What exactly do you teach?"

We get this question a lot. Here's the real deal:

Our training isn't theoretical—it's intensely practical:
• Hands-on safety procedures
• Real elevator systems & mechanics
• Proper tool usage & equipment handling
• Live scenario-based drills
• Actual elevator operations

But here's what makes us different: We don't just teach the WHAT, we explain the WHY.

Every procedure, every technique, every safety measure is backed by real-world experience and proven protocols.

This isn't about checking a box—it's about building confidence and competence.

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06/16/2026

Hot off the presses!

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Work smart…work safe…train often…train safe!

ON JANUARY 1, 2007, the Stamford (CT) Fire Department Rescue 1 crew responded to a routine elevator incident. Sixteen people were trapped between floors in

06/15/2026

Be this guy!

Lead by example. If you’re asking your members to train, you should be standing right beside them. The higher the rank, the greater the responsibility. Your members deserve leaders who never stop learning. We never get enough training.

Be in the know if you run the show…

Work smart…work safe…train often…train safe!

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