Ice Rescue & Emergency Response

Ice Rescue and Emergency Response

(16 hours) (TEMD 15-32937)

Classroom and practical hands-on training prepares rescue personnel to evaluate and respond to ice related emergencies. Students learn how to identify ice conditions, use ice rescue equipment and practice shore, boat, and direct contact ice rescue techniques. Course meets NFPA 1670 technician level guidelines.

The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (Commission) developed the Pennsylvania Water Rescue Program to train personnel in the most current techniques of boating and water (ice) safety. The goals of the program are to:

• Familiarize the rescuer with the proper procedures used in basic water (ice) safety and safe boat handling.
• Have the rescuer demonstrate a proficiency in water rescue relative to individual capabilities.
• Provide the rescuer with competency in dealing with on-the-water emergencies. The program was developed for training fire and rescue department personnel.
• It has been adopted by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and is in use in several other states.
• The course can also be used in the water rescue training of police departments, park service personnel, or for members of any boating and water safety organization.
• Depending on need or geographic location, only one or a combination of course may be necessary to fulfill your agency’s training requirements.