Swiftwater Rescue - Operations

Formerly
“First Response to Swiftwater Emergencies - Operationsä” 

Swiftwater Rescue – Operations continues where the Awareness level course leaves off. This NFPA 1670 formatted course is designed for responders who may be required to actively participate within the hazard zone during a water rescue evolution.  Designed for firefighters, law enforcement and other emergency services personnel, this two-day program includes both classroom and in-water exercises. In-water skills include self-rescue as well as victim rescue techniques. Topics covered include swimming in current and self-rescue, swiftwater wading techniques, basic rigging, basic rescue techniques and much more.   

Prerequisites:

• Swiftwater Rescue – Awareness
• IMS 100 (ICS)

Other Requirements:

• Physically capable of actively participating in all exercises
• Students must provide their own PPE and personal gear

Other Recommended Courses:

• BLS for Healthcare Providers (Rescue Breathing / CPR / SAED)
• Hazardous Materials – Awareness