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RES004 - NFPA 1006 2008 Edition Rope Rescue Level I Training - 36.00 Hours

Start Date End Date Location Class Number    
6/3/13 6/7/13 College Station, TX USA FP RES004 37 [register] [details]  
7/14/13 7/19/13 College Station, TX USA FP RES004 41 [register] [details]  
8/12/13 8/16/13 College Station, TX USA FP RES004 38 [register] [details]  
10/28/13 11/1/13 College Station, TX USA FP RES004 39 [register] [details]  
This schedule is subject to change without notice. If you have not received confirmation of the class prior to the class start, please contact the division to get the latest schedule.

Course Description


RES004 - NFPA 1006 2008 Edition Rope Rescue Level I Training - 36.00 Hours

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Recommended:

Prior to attending this course, participants should:

  • Complete NFPA 1006 (2008 Edition) – Rope Rescue Level 1 Training -¬ or equivalent
  • Complete IS-100-Introduction to the Incident Command System -¬ or equivalent
  • Complete IS-200-ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents -¬or equivalent
Due to the strenuous nature of search and rescue activities, participants should secure a professional evaluation of their physical condition prior to enrolling in these courses. Due to the nature of this training, a physical examination is recommended prior to this course.

Description

Upon the successful completion of this course, participants will be able to perform basic rope rescue operations, utilizing appropriate equipment, methodologies, protocols, and patient and resource management techniques. They will also have the skills and knowledge required for certification to Chapter 6, "Rope Rescue" as described in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1006, Standard For Technical Rescuer Professional Qualifications (2008 edition), including the area of multipoint anchors, rappelling systems, and ascending systems. Participants who successfully complete the course and pass the required written and skills test will receive a National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) national certification.

Topics

Course topics include

  • Size up
  • Site Operations
  • Rescue Equipment and Maintenance
  • Knot Tying
  • Medical Considerations in Search and Rescue Operations
  • Patient Packaging
  • Anchor Systems
  • Belay Systems
  • Lowering Systems
  • Lowering System Exercises
  • Hauling Systems
  • Low Angle Rescue
  • Rappelling Systems
  • Ascending Systems

    Audience

    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 Chapter 5 and 6 Job Performance Requirements (JPR) (2008).

    Other Information

    Equipment needed:
    Rescue helmet with a chin strap
    Leather gloves, eye protection
    Safety toe shoes with ankle support

    Courses will begin at 8 a.m. on the first day of class unless other arrangements have been made.
    Fees must be paid prior to or on the first day of class unless other arrangements have been made. Fees do not include lodging or meals.
    Course dates and fees are subject to change without notice.

    Registration
    Register online or use our registration form (MS Word format, the form will open in a new window), fill it out, print it, and fax it to (979)458-0715. Contact Clint Arnett at 1-979-458-5639 or clint.arnett@teex.tamu.edu for more information about this course.

    ANNUAL INDUSTRIAL FIRE TRAINING SCHOOL INFO BELOW
    Course Limit: 25 students
    Class Hours:

      Sunday: 1:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
      Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
      Friday: 7:30 a.m. – until finished /testing
    PPE Requirement: Level 2
    Go to www.teex.com/firesafety to read details in the TEEX Student Safety Manual. All students are required to follow this manual at all times.
    Students should bring the same type of clothing as worn on normal duty at their plant, including bunker gear which is NFPA 1971 compliant.

    A late fee of $50.00 will be assessed to payments made after the registration deadline for the Annual Fire School classes.

    Register on-line at www.teex.com/annualschools or print the Annual School registration form from the same web page and either mail in with payment or fax (979.847.9301) in with approved/signed Purchase Order. Only Annual School registration forms will be accepted.

    Price
    Please click on "details" above for individual class pricing.

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