Swift Water Rescue
Rescue
Duration
15 Days
Course Fee
Quote on request
Category
Rescue
Venues
Brixton, Johannesburg · Venda, Limpopo · On-site at our premises
Course overview
Fifteen days of technical swift water rescue training covering hydrology, wading, throw-bag and boat-based techniques for flood and river rescue operations.
Full syllabus
- 1Rescue scene size-up, hazard control and scene stabilisation
- 2Ropes, knots, anchors and mechanical advantage systems
- 3Access, disentanglement and stabilisation techniques
- 4Patient packaging, immobilisation and extrication
- 5Team communication, commands and safety officer role
- 6Equipment inspection, care and after-action review
Learning outcomes
- Set up and safely operate rescue systems as a team member
- Stabilise a vehicle or structure prior to rescue
- Package and extricate a casualty with minimal further injury
- Inspect and maintain technical rescue equipment
Entry requirements
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Certified copy of ID or passport
- Medical fitness certificate; no severe fear of heights for rope modules
- Basic fire fighting or first aid background recommended
CertificationCertificate of competence issued on successful practical assessment, typically within two weeks.