HIGH ANGLE ROPE RESCUE - NFPA COMPLIANT
- TECHNICAN LEVEL &
- TRAINER LEVEL *
Chief Instructor: Paul Sevcik
* Pre-requisites to attend trainer level. (Previous Rope Certifications)
Chapter 5 would be useful HERE
Summary: This course covers the NFPA Compliant standards for High Angle Rope Rescue.
(Course in partnership with Advanced Rescue Techniques School of Canada)
Candidates should have First Aid / CPR
This course is run in a Wilderness environment
Description
Upon the successful completion of this course, participants will be able to perform rope rescue operations, utilizing appropriate equipment, methodologies, protocols, and patient and resource management techniques.
Compliance / Standard:NFPA 1006 2013 Edition
Also (NFPA 1983 2012 Edition)
Target: Search and Rescue, Rope Rescue Teams, Fire and Rescue Departments, Power Generation Rescue, NFPA Compliant Teams, Those involved in rope rescue for height, National and International responders and Incident Managers,
Prerequisites
Due to the nature of this training, participants should be comfortable at working at height Safety standards are maintained throughout the course.
ALL participants must comply.
A basic good fitness level is required
They will also have the skills and knowledge required for certification to Chapter 6, "Rope Rescue" Technician Level II as described in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1006, Standard For Technical Rescuer Professional Qualifications (2013 edition), including the area of multipoint anchors, rappelling systems, and ascending systems.
Depending on level sought - topics will include
- NFPA Standards for Compliance
- Risk Assessment and Size up
- Site Operations and SAR Safety
- No. 1 Rule of Rescue
- Don & Doff PPE etc
- Rescue Equipment and Maintenance
- Types of Ropes, Differences and Knot Types
- Low Angle Rescue
- Rappelling Systems
- Ascending Systems
- Patient Packaging
- Anchor Systems
- Belay Systems
- Lowering Systems
- Lowering System Exercises
- Hauling Systems
- Rescue functions in a team environment
- Resolving complex rescues in the hot zone
- Medical Treatments
Medical Considerations in Search and Rescue Operations
Pertinent Medical and First aid including Orthostatic Shock
This course is targeted for all emergency response personnel involved with technical rescue incident response, and is designed to meet the training requirements of NFPA 1006.
Previous certification in Chapter 5 0 Core Skills are are arequirement for Chapter 6 ROPE Job Performance Requirements (JPR) (2013) and all candidates are expected t have that or equivalent especially trainers.
Equipment needed
(We provide ALL rescue equipment and safety gear including harnesses and helmets)
You should bring:
- Riggers / Rescue gloves suitable for rope work
- Eye protection
- Boots or shoes with ankle support *
- Knee pads (advisable / not compulsory)
* No sandles, flip flops or open toed shoes.
CERTIFICATION
- Certificate
- Wallet Card
- Written materials
- Name on registry
GENERAL BOOKING POLICY
Please note that all courses are paid for up front and in full (unless a previous arrangement has been made). Any cancellations befoe 7 days are due a full refund. Any cancellations within 7 to 4 days may be substituted or credited toward another course. There are no cancellations or refunds within 4 due to the expenses incurred and the course being confirmed but if it's not within 48 hours - there may be substitutions.
NO DRINKING / SMOKING / VAPING
Please note there is NO drinking during the course. Anyone impaired by drugs, alcohol or medication will not be able to attend training.
We support the Government's stand on non-smoking and ask any smoking, including vaping - not be done in the proximity of others during the course.
SAFETY
We have a duty of care and require a high degree of safe practise during the course. There are numerous potential hazards and risks. We ask everyone to take responsibility for their own and each others health and safety. Any unsafe practises or areas should be reported.
MEDICAL
If anyone feels unwell or is nursing a cold or infection etc. please feel free to discuss it with the DIMERSAR Directing Staff. We also carry a medical kit for emergencies.
NON-PAYMENT / OVERDUE ACCOUNTS
Please note that late payment and those who have not set up a credit account may be subject to full charge and monthly assessment and 2% interest per month
