Ice Rescue - Operations Level

Ice Rescue Operations Level is an ice rescue course suited for those who may be required to participate in shore based rescues or part of the shore team during a technical level rescue. During this course students will learn and practice shore based rescue techniques, rescue communications as well as further develop skills in self rescue situations and first aid for cold emergencies.

Ice Rescue Operations level includes and builds upon the Awareness level training. There are no prerequisites for this course.

Each day is 10 hours long and runs from 8am to 6pm.

Day 1 is focused on theory and information on how to identify hazards and what to do in an emergency and then practicing these practicing skills, including demonstrating self-rescue.

Day 2 is spent in the field, and is focused on Operations Level rescues. Review of shore based rescues and practice contact rescue with hands-on scenarios. Testing takes place at the end of day 2.  

Location:

Meet at Swift Response for in-class portion.  Hands on training will take place at Frenchman's Bay.

Prerequisite:

Participants must be at least 18 years of age.

Instructor:

Swift Response instructors are made up of experienced military, fire, and veteran rescuers who know the ins and outs of proper rescue procedures and techniques, providing real world training for real life situations. Safety is our top priority.

Certification:

Swift Response certification confirming completion and demonstration of the skills under NFPA 1006