Rescue Technician – Basic: This course provides a base from which to prepare students for a wide variety of possible rescue operations. Lectures and hands on will prove an overview in areas of specialized rescue, search, technical rescue management, risks and priorities, use of ropes, knots, and rope systems in a low angle environment, and establishment of landing zones for helicopter operations. Demonstrations, practice sessions and testing are included.
Prerequisites: Firefighter I, Basic Firefighter, or Firefighting Essentials. EMS only members should contact the academy for instructions.
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN February 12th, 2025 at 8AM.
Please note: All registrations will be put into a pending status until reviewed by SCFA Program Development staff. Do not call the office regarding registration. You will be notified via email.
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Session 1
Saturday, April 12, 2025
8:00 am - 4:00 pm -
Session 2
Sunday, April 13, 2025
8:00 am - 4:00 pm -
Session 3
Saturday, April 19, 2025
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Suffolk County Fire Academy
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