Rope Rescue Level I Mod 1 Course Overview

Rope Rescue Level I Mod 1: Course Overview

Administration �Welcome and Introductions �Instructor Expectations �Attendance Policy �Injury Policy and Procedure �Student Manual �Emergency Contacts �Site Requirements �Logistics

Course Overview �Day One �Lecture � Mod 1 – Mod 5 (Rope Rescue Foundation) �Practical – Technical Skills 1 (Rescuer Development) � Knots � Belay Systems � Anchoring � Descent Control Devices � Rappelling***

Course Overview �Day 2 �Practical – Technical Skills 1 (Rescuer Development) � Rappelling � Self Rescue � Basic Pick Offs � Line Transfer Pick Offs � Ascending

Course Overview �Day 3 �Lecture � Mod 6 – Mod 7 (Concepts and Applications) �Practical – Technical Skills 2 (Team/System Development) � Mechanical Advantage � System Design and Function � Victim Packaging and Tending � Scenario Based System Application

Course Overview �Day 4 �Practical – Application of Technical Skills 1, 2 and Tactics. � Scenarios

General Information �Students must complete all course components and skill sheet objectives to receive certification. �Students must maintain compliance with PPE standards during evolutions. �Students should be prepared to train in all weather conditions

Dress Appropriately This course is NOT environmentally dependant. We will train in all conditions unless deemed unsafe by the instructional staff.

SAFETY �Students must comply with all safety directives established by the instructional team. �Safety is the shared responsibility of the individual, team, and instructors. �Practice safety at all times. �“STOP” is the universal command for imminent threats to safety �Be aware of your surroundings at all times.

General Information �Early dismissal or late arrival �Notify Instructors �Medical Concerns or Injuries �Notify Instructors

General Information �This course is designed to meet or exceed all requirements of NFPA 1006 and NFPA 1670 for operations (Level I) level rope rescue. �The purpose of this course is to create competent rescuers with: �Strong rope fundamentals �Ability to function as part of a rescue team �Understanding of tactical priorities and organization �Proficiency in technical skills and applications

General Information �Prerequisite Standard �NFPA 1006 Ch. 4. 3. 1: Level I (Operations) �This level shall apply to individuals who identify hazards, use equipment, and apply limited techniques specified in this standard to perform technical rescue operations. �NFPA 1006 Ch. 5 : Job Performance Requirements �Site Operations, Victim Management, Maintenance, Ropes/Rigging �Requisite Standard �NFPA 1006 Ch. 6. 1: Rope Rescue �Specific Requirements for Level I Rope Rescue

Course Objectives �Site Operations �Victim Management �Equipment / Maintenance �Ropes and Rigging �Level I General Requirements �Level II Select KSA’s