Ice Rescue Specialist

Recommended for:
• Fire Fighters, EMS
• Search and Rescue Team Members & Managers
• Safety Professionals
• Anyone who is responsible for the response and rescue of others in the moving water environment.
Training Description The ice rescue environment is unique and many hazards are subtle. The courses teach students the rescue principles and techniques needed to operate in the environment.
Course Objectives Students leave the courses with the skills necessary to recognize hazards, and function as member of a rescue team. The following two levels of training are available.

Ice Rescue - Awareness
This classroom course highlights hazards associated with Ice Rescue. The Awareness level course is meant for those who might arrive on scene of an ice emergency in the initial stages of the response.
• 1/2 Day -5 hours
• An annual refresher is recommended.
• 1 Instructor per 8 students

Ice Rescue - Operations
This hands-on course covers rescuer safety, ice formation and hazards, rope work, self-rescue, and challenging scenarios. The course meets NFPA standards. Pre-requisite No pre-requisite required.
• 1 1/2 Day -12 hours
• An annual refresher is recommended.
• 1 Instructor per 8 students

Instructor Development
Instructor Development is offered and recommended with organizations with large student base and in house training resources. Contact VSI directly for details.