Rope Rescue Technician

This course provides the knowledge and skills to prepare an emergency responder to conduct operations-level tower rescue operations in a safe and effective manner in accordance with AHJ policies and procedures. Topics include PPE and rope rescue equipment; incident size up, planning, and support; constructing anchor systems; ascending and descending a fixed rope; escaping from a jammed or malfunctioning device; climbing and traversing natural features and manmade structures; rescuing victims from a feature, suspended from rope or webbing, and using a litter; and moving a suspended load along a horizontal and vertical path. This course incorporates technician training based on NFPA 1006 (2021).

Prerequisites:

• Rope Rescue Awareness and Operations (2017 or 2021)

OR

• Low Angle Rope Rescue and Rescue Systems 1