Course Description:
The Rope Rescue Operations course is designed to teach responders to operate as rescuers in high or low-angle environments. Students will learn how to build rope systems to effectively provide access to patients for assessment, treatment, packaging, and extraction. Students will learn how to construct and operate anchor systems, fixed rope systems, lowering systems, dual tension systems, belay systems, mechanical advantage systems, and patient packaging devices and systems. Students will learn about identifying hazards and resource needs, planning, and supporting technician-level operations.
Prerequisite(s):
Rope Rescue Awareness
Certification:
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to take the Rope Rescue Operations IFSAC certification exam.
Hours:
32
Cost:
$200/$925*
*If more than one course price is shown, the first price applies to all Louisiana Municipal Fire Departments who are issued a Fire Department ID from the State Fire Marshal's Office and are supported by the 2% Fire Insurance Fund. The second price applies to all non-Louisiana Municipal Fire Departments including state agencies (in-state and out-of-state), out-of-state fire departments, federal agencies, and the private sector, etc.