Trench Rescue (November 20-22, 2020)

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This three day (24 hour) course will take you from classroom discussion to working safely and efficiently in a trench rescue environment. This hands-on training program will cover topics that include: Trench and Excavation Regulations, Understanding Soil, Trench Configurations, Trench Hazards, Rescue Team Preparation, Incident Response, Initial On Scene and Pre-Entry Operations, Shoring Systems and Components, Installation of Shoring Systems, Victim Rescue and Recovery and Incident Termination.

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Student Requirements: Students are required to bring the following equipment to class every day.

• Fire department helmet or rescue helmet
• Rope rescue or fire department gloves
• Long pants or coveralls – NO SHORTS
• Steel toed and shanked safety boots
• Long sleeve shirts ONLY
• Appropriate face covering - NO EXCEPTIONS!

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Optional Equipment:

• Water
• Sun screen

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Prerequisite:  Prerequisite:  Rescue Systems 1 (2009) and Low Angle Rope Rescue Operations (LARRO) OR Rescue Systems 1 (prior to 2009)

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Total Cost: $695

(Course Tuition $675 + Mandatory SFT Fee $20)

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