Technical Rescue: Rope Rescue Operations (PILOT)

Requires Medical Clearance
Must be submitted prior to the first class session.

Instructional Hours: 45.00
This course has a Canvas component which requires internet access.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include developing and implementing an Incident Action Plan; rope rescue personal protective equipment; rescue equipment; inspecting, maintaining, and record keeping of equipment; rope construction; knots, bends and hitches; rigging principles; anchorages; belay operations; patient evacuation; lowering systems; mechanical advantage systems; and working in suspension.

Successful Completion: Students must attend required classroom sessions, complete all assigned online and classroom activities and homework assignments, and obtain a score of 70% or better on all written and practical examinations.

Prerequisites

MFRI Technical Rescue: Rope Rescue Awareness (RES 102) or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC Rope Rescue Awareness certification.