NFPA 1006 Rope Rescuer Technician

This program builds on Rope Operations, providing the student with advanced training and practical experience in rope rescue as addressed in NFPA 1006.  The 5 days of training will include a technician level lecture followed by hands on training.  Topic areas include: advanced anchoring methods, mechanical advantage systems, litter management in high angle, line system transfers, patient packaging, tensioned line systems, artificial high directionals and basic lead climbing techniques.

Prerequisites:

• At least 18 years of age
• RIFA Accident Waiver and Release of Liability Form
• Current EMT license or EMR certification
• ProBoard Rope Rescuer 1 (operations) certificate

PPE Requirements:

• Fire or rescue style helmet
• Work boots
• Clean, leather palm gloves

Required Textbook:

• CMC Rope Rescue Technician Manual (6th edition)