This two-day course is designed to provide students with both a theoretical
iind practical knowledge of the basics of swiftwater rescue. The class
includes one day of classroom instruction and one day of practical field
exercise. Students are trained in hazard recognition, equipment use, and
basic shore and boat-based rescue techniques, as well as a wide variety of
other skills, including:
accepted criteria for determining risk/benefit decisions
effecting a shore-based aquatic rescue using generally accepted reach and throw techniques
in-water self-rescue and safety techniques
how to deal with basic water-related medical emergencies
understanding the application of water rescue techniques using commonly
available fire service equipment
basic boat-based rescue concerns and techniques
basic moving water self-rescue techniques
After completing the course, certified personnel may participate in higher
risk, technical water rescues under the supervision of technician level
rescuers.
