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CMC Field Guide

CMC Field Guide

by CMC Rescue, Inc.

24 ratings
63 reviews
🔧 Utilities
🔍 Reference
Free

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Released
March 23, 2011
Updated
July 2, 2025

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Developer

CMC Rescue, Inc.
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About

Access rope rescue and access diagrams, reference charts, and how-to information instantly in the field. This free app provides essential rescue references, allows for note-taking, and supports offline access to downloaded content.

✓Rope rescue and access diagrams
✓Reference charts
✓How-to information
✓Bookmark and take notes
✓Offline access to downloads
✓Browse equipment and tutorials
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What users say about CMC Field Guide

Reviews of CMC Field Guide are mixed: the Utilities app is rated 4.0/5 from 24 App Store ratings. What users like most: great resource for rescue, useful for knots. Top complaints: app crashes frequently, unable to access content after updates. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 👍Great resource for rescue
  • 👍Useful for knots
  • 👍Informative and well-organized
  • 👍Handy reference tool
  • 👍Clear illustrations
  • 👍Easy to use
  • 👍Fast access to information
  • 👍Free app
  • 👍Good for training
  • 👍Detailed understanding of equipment

Negative things

  • 🐛App crashes frequently
  • 🐛Unable to access content after updates
  • 🐛Glitches and bugs
  • 🐛Poor display quality
  • 🐛Not working on iPad
  • 🐛Links not working
  • 🐛Tabs disappear
  • 🐛Annoying add-on pop-up
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What's New in CMC Field Guide

4.0.4

July 2, 2025

Bug fixes

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Faulty

App crashed before it opened
CCrump-15!

Would appreciate if

Landscape mode is enabled cause not all users have iPad.
Zooming in portrait mode is barely bearable.
DDiaappointed

Unable to access

Great update! But unable to go beyond first page after day 1. CMC, help!
SSARtech911

Was Great!

After updating I wasn’t able to access!
Not happy at all because I paid to get this app!
EBErne Barr

Outstanding

Outstanding quick reference for Fire Rescue Training
FFireSteve129
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

15 issues

App crashes before it opens

Bug

Unable to go beyond the first page

Bug

Unable to access after updating

Bug

App crashed twice

Bug

Some links in the app don't work

Bug

Multiple glitches where pages cannot be opened

Bug

Cannot open the app after update

Bug

New upgrade crashes on opening items

Bug

Could not find page all the time

Bug

App doesn't open

Bug

Half the tabs disappear

Bug

Barely works (can rarely get into any of the pages)

Bug

Add-on pop up when viewing PDF

Bug

Poor display quality - not useful for reading

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Only M/A illustration shown is 1:1 after update

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Requested Features

2 requests

Enable landscape mode

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Update with latest techniques

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FAQ

What does the CMC Field Guide app do?

The CMC Field Guide app provides quick, on-the-go access to essential information for rope rescue and access operations. It includes diagrams, reference charts, how-to guides, and tutorials, all designed for use in the field.

What are the key features of the CMC Field Guide app?

Key features include instant access to rescue references, the ability to bookmark favorite sections and take notes, and the option to download videos, guides, and manuals for offline use. Users can also browse equipment information and product user manuals.

Is the CMC Field Guide app free to use?

Yes, the CMC Field Guide app is free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided description.

Can I use the CMC Field Guide app offline?

Yes, you can download videos, guides, and manuals within the app for offline use. This allows you to access critical information even when you don't have an internet connection in the field.

Who would benefit from using the CMC Field Guide app?

This app is ideal for professionals and enthusiasts involved in rope rescue, technical climbing, industrial access, and other field operations where quick access to technical diagrams and procedures is crucial for safety and efficiency.