Description: This course provides classroom instruction and practical application to develop competency for open water rescue boat operations. The course is designed specifically for open water environments and is not appropriate for environments with river and flood or surf environments. Upon completion, the student will be capable of operating small rescue boats (recommended length up to 18 feet or operational equivalent).
Designed For: Public safety members with open water surface rescue responsibilities Authority: Office of the State Fire Marshal NFPA 1006 Standard for Technical Rescue Personnel Professional Qualifications (2017) NFPA 1670 Standard for Operations and Training for Technical Search and Rescue Incidents (2017)
Prerequisites: It is recommended that students have completed the OSFM Open Water Rescuer - Basic (or equivalent) course prior to taking this course. If students have not taken Open Water Rescuer - Basic, it is recommended that they have completed the requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) swim test that meets or exceeds the International Association of Dive Rescue Specialists (IADRS) Annual Watermanship Test.
Standard: Completion of all activities Hours: Lecture: 8 hours Activities: 24 hours Hours (Total): 32 hours
Maximum Class Size: 24 Instructor/Student Ratio: 1:8 for practical application portions
Restrictions: Students must posses the physical ability to conduct self-rescue on a rescue boat.
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