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Episode 221: David McColl, Pilot and Safety Professional - Field Emergency Action Plans: Bucket Truck Fall 23JAN2024 Presentation - Live at VERTICON 2025
In this episode of The Real ResQ Podcast, host Jason Quinn welcomes David McColl, a pilot and safety professional, to share a powerful firsthand account of an incident that reshaped his entire company's emergency response plan.
McColl recounts a critical event involving a powerline bucket truck that tipped over, leaving two severely injured workers stranded in the marshland. As challenges mounted throughout the rescue operation, the team had to adapt quickly to overcome unexpected obstacles. Through this detailed debrief, McColl highlights the lessons learned and the proactive steps his company has taken to improve training, preparedness, and response protocols. He also offers valuable advice for organizations looking to strengthen their own safety programs.
This conversation is a must-listen for anyone involved in emergency response, aviation, or workplace safety. Enjoy!
This episode is powered by Vertical HeliCASTS.
Thank you for sponsoring this episode of The Real ResQ: Bluedrop, Metro Aviation, PAG, ReadyBAR, Ready Swimmer and The Real ResQ Store.
Follow The Real ResQ on Facebook and Instagram and listen on Vertical HeliCASTS. Plus, get your podcast gear at therealresqstore.com.
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In this episode of The Real ResQ Podcast, host Jason Quinn welcomes David McColl, a pilot and safety professional, to share a powerful firsthand account of an incident that reshaped his entire company's emergency response plan.
McColl recounts a critical event involving a powerline bucket truck that tipped over, leaving two severely injured workers stranded in the marshland. As challenges mounted throughout the rescue operation, the team had to adapt quickly to overcome unexpected obstacles. Through this detailed debrief, McColl highlights the lessons learned and the proactive steps his company has taken to improve training, preparedness, and response protocols. He also offers valuable advice for organizations looking to strengthen their own safety programs.
This conversation is a must-listen for anyone involved in emergency response, aviation, or workplace safety. Enjoy!
This episode is powered by Vertical HeliCASTS.
Thank you for sponsoring this episode of The Real ResQ: Bluedrop, Metro Aviation, PAG, ReadyBAR, Ready Swimmer and The Real ResQ Store.
Follow The Real ResQ on Facebook and Instagram and listen on Vertical HeliCASTS. Plus, get your podcast gear at therealresqstore.com.
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