Swift Water Rescue Technician #1 - Training & Certification      -     Download Registration Form Here


Caleb Anderson/Paul Bradley (Rescue 3 Instructors) are putting on a 3 day SRT #1 class on August 28, 29 & 30, 2010. This course meets the requirements for the Technician level NFPA 1670 Standard for Technical Rescue Incidents and the NFPA 1006 Standard for Rescue Technician Professional Qualifications in the area of water.

It is an intensive three day, 24-30 hour class. It has one day of classroom instruction followed by two days developing and practicing water rescue skills. The initial emphasis is on self-rescue. Information from this course is applicable to anyone confronted with potential water rescue, as well as the possibility of self-rescue. Other objectives will include, water dynamics, handling hazards and obstacles, using basic rescue equipment, and much more.

A course manual, skill sheet, test, Swift water Technician Unit #1 Certification (through Rescue 3) I.D care are all provided during class.

Prerequisites:

18 years of age

Adequate health insurance coverage

Basic swimming ability

In good physical condition

Equipment needed

Full wet suit or dry suit

Lightweight water or kayak helmet

USCG Type III or V approved lifejacket/PFD

Thick-soled water booties of tennis shoes

Gloves are optional but helpful in cold water

Need water, lunch , and snacks (no services close by training site)

Tuition

$395 made out to Central Fire District

Class will start Fri 6:00pm at Central Fire Dist office Rigby, ID

Sat & Sun class will be held on the Teton River near Drummond, ID

For any questions call:

Caleb L Anderson
Captain/Rescue 3 Instructor
208-709-7149

Paul Bradley
Captain/Rescue 3 Instructor
208-589-3577