Trench Rescue Level I Mod 1 Course Overview

Trench 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 1 �Lecture � Mod 1 – Mod 6 �Practical –Tool Lab (Equipment and Environment Orientation) � Hydraulic and Pneumatic Strut Systems � Air Bag and Hazard Control Operations � Shoring, Ground Pads, Bridging, Shielding � Cut Station, Tool Operations

Course Overview �Day 2 �Practical – Technical Skills � Timber and Mechanical Shoring � Hydraulic and Pneumatic Shoring � Inside Wale Systems � Outside Wale Systems and Air Bag Operations

Course Overview �Day 3 �Practical – Technical Skills and Site Operations � Tactical Overview Walkthrough � Site Planning and Safety Briefing � Scenario Based Dynamic Trench Applications

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

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 �This course is designed to meet or exceed all requirements of NFPA 1006 and NFPA 1670 for operations (Level I) level trench rescue. �The purpose of this course is to create competent rescuers with: �Strong rescue 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. 8. 1: Trench Rescue �Specific Requirements for Level I Trench Rescue

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