Water Rescue & Emergency Response (WRER) PA. Fish & Boat.

Planning for water emergencies, dynamics of moving water, medical conditions, personal safety & fundamental rescue techniques (self & shore based). The course provides students with classroom and hands-on training. WRER is a prerequisite for all PFBC technician level training programs.

Prerequisites: Age 18 and up Gear: US Coast Guard approved PFD, water rescue helmet & appropriate clothing for water & weather conditions, Food & Drink

Hours: 16.0 (Lecture: 8.0hrs / Lab: 8.0hrs)

Note: Students must be prepared to engage in strenuous activities in extreme weather and water conditions. If a student has a known medical condition that could foreseeably jeopardize his/her safety during participation or be aggravated by participation, the student should not participate.

All rescues contained in this program are based on simple and effective techniques. A U.S. Coast Guard approved personal flotation device (PFD), water rescue helmet and appropriate mission specific personal protective equipment (PPE) for water and weather conditions must be worn by the student at all times when practicing or attempting any of the recommended rescues.