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The Airborne Law Enforcement Association (ALEA)
ALEA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational, individual membership organization, founded in 1968 to support and encourage
the use of aircraft in law enforcement. Their mission statement is to support, promote and advance the safe and effective
utilization of aircraft by law enforcement agencies in support of law enforcement missions through training, networking,
advocacy and educational programs.
http://www.alea.org
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Mountain Rescue
Established in 1958 at Timberline Lodge, Mt. Hood, Oregon, the MRA is the oldest Search and Rescue Organization in the
United States. They are dedicated to saving lives through rescue and mountain safety education.
http://www.mra.org
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The National Association for Search and Rescue, Inc.
NASAR is a not-for-profit membership association dedicated to
advancing professional, literary, and scientific knowledge in fields related to search and rescue. NASAR is comprised of
thousands of paid and non-paid professionals interested in all aspects of search and rescue - the humanitarian cause of saving
lives - throughout the United States and around the world. "...that others may live."
http://www.nasar.org
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Helicopter Association International
Dedicated to the advancement of the international helicopter community.
http://www.rotor.com
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Cordage Institute
CI is an association of rope manufacturers that work to develop standards for rope specifications and performance.
http://www.ropecord.com
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National Fire Protection Association
NFPA standards are based on industry consensus and voluntary compliance. NFPA 1983 Standard on Fire Service Life
Safety Rope and System Components sets standards for rope rescue equipment. CMC Rescue offers the widest selection
of rope, harnesses, and hardware certified to NFPA 1983.
http://www.nfpa.org
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