Firefighter I or documented proof of Hazardous Materials Awareness & Operational training, Introduction to Technical Rescue, completion of EMT Basic course. This course in rope rescue techniques includes a classroom review of equipment, knots and rope safety. Instruction events include: establishing need for rope rescue; uses and limitations of equipment; knot craft; safety aspects; anchoring systems; rescue rappelling; third man rescue; lowering systems and other aspects of rope rescue.
Prerequisites
Certified Volunteer Firefighter or Certified