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Production · term

Stunt ratchet

Also known as ratchet pull.

A powered or tensioned device used to pull a performer rapidly along a planned path.

In practice

Only qualified stunt riggers set force, travel, release, harness, padding, exclusion zone, cue, and abort procedure.

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Sources

  1. Film Industry Terminology · California Film Commission
  2. E-learning glossary · ScreenSkills

Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.