Technical Rescue Rope Core: Awareness and Operations
Course Hours: 64.0 Hours
Course Description
This course will introduce the minimum job performance requirements necessary to perform at the technical rope rescue operations level. The Technical Rescue Rope Core: Awareness and Operations course will train individuals with the knowledge, skills, and duties needed to perform as part of a technical rescue team member, based on the general requirements established by National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 1006, 2500 Professional Qualifications. Performance testing will evaluate general skills such as managing site operations, basic victim movement, equipment inspection and maintenance, and foundational techniques to utilize ropes and fundamental rigging.
Prerequisites
Students must successfully complete First Aid, CPR, First Responder, NIMS 700, and NIMS 100 prior to attending this course.
Who Should Attend
Active members of technical rescue teams, as well as those that might provide the initial response to a technical rescue incident, will benefit from this training.
Special Notes
Please give special attention to course dates. This objective-based course is scheduled for 8 days and will split a weekend. Each student is responsible for the following mandatory personal protective equipment suitable for technical rescue operations: helmet, Class III harness, gloves suitable for rope work, and rugged footwear. Due to the practical exercises performed by each student, the following is also recommended: change of clothing, hydration system or water bottle, personal pack, supplemental food or snacks.
| Name | Start Date | End Date | Location | Time | Course Number | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Rescue Rope Core: Awareness and Operations | 09/14/2026 | 09/23/2026 | GPSTC, FORSYTH | 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. | FFAA26691 | Register |
| Technical Rescue Rope Core: Awareness and Operations | 01/04/2027 | 01/13/2027 | GPSTC, FORSYTH | 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. | TBA | Coming Soon |
| Technical Rescue Rope Core: Awareness and Operations | 05/03/2027 | 05/12/2027 | GPSTC, FORSYTH | 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. | TBA | Coming Soon |
| Technical Rescue Rope Core: Awareness and Operations | 10/18/2027 | 10/27/2027 | GPSTC, FORSYTH | 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. | TBA | Coming Soon |