Trench Rescue Technician
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.
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Fire department helmet or rescue helmet
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Rope rescue or fire department gloves
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Long pants or coveralls – NO SHORTS
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Steel toed and shanked safety boots
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Long sleeve shirts ONLY
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Optional Equipment:
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Water
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Sun screen
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Prerequisite: Rescue Systems 1 (2009) and Low Angle Rope Rescue Operations (LARRO) OR Rescue Systems 1 (prior to 2009)
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Please download the following prior to class:​
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Total Cost: $750
(Course Tuition $675 + Mandatory SFT Fee $75)
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