Whitewater Rescue Technician 2

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Whitewater Rescue Technician 2 (WRT2)

This two-day course builds on the skills learned in either Swiftwater Rescue Training 1 or Whitewater Rescue Training.

Whitewater Rescue Training- Swiftwater Rescue Swimming Drill

The Whitewater Rescue Training 2 course concentrates on further developing advanced swiftwater skills, including: managing the rescue scene, litter management, and the utilization of teams. There is also a mock night swiftwater rescue scenario.

Equipment Needed

Full wetsuit or drysuit
Lightweight water or kayak helmet
USCG Type III or V approved lifejacket/PFD
Hiking or work boots
Leather gloves
Waterproof flashlight or headlamp
Whistle

Prerequisites

18 years of age or older
Adequate health insurance coverage
Basic swimming ability
Good physical condition
Completion of Swiftwater Rescue Technician (SRT1) within the previous 3 years
A certificate from a recognized technical rope rescue program (if working toward meeting the requirements for the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 1670 Standard for the areas of water and rope)

Cost

$375.00 per person

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This two-day course builds on the skills learned in either Swiftwater Rescue Training 1 or Whitewater Rescue Training.

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