Swiftwater Rescue Technician Unit 1(SRTU1)
3 course days

Swiftwater Rescue Technician Unit 1™ (SRTU1) it is an intensive three-day, 24- to 30-hour class. It has one day of classroom instruction followed by two days developing and practicing water rescue skills. The initial emphasis is on self-rescue skills. Other objectives include an in-depth look at such subjects as water dynamics, handling hazards and obstacles, using basic rescue equipment, setting up technical rope systems, controlling in-water contact rescues, and much more. Information from this course is applicable to anyone confronted with potential water rescue, as well as, the possibility of self-rescue.

A course manual, skill sheet, test, Swiftwater Rescue Technician Unit 1™ (SRTU1) Certificate of Completion, I.D. card, and patch are all provided during the class.

Equipment requirements:

• full wetsuit or drysuit
  
• lightweight water or kayak helmet
  
• USCG Type III or V approved lifejacket/PFD
  
• thick-soled water booties or tennis shoes
  
• gloves

Prerequisites:

• 18 years of age or older
  
• adequate health insurance coverage
  
• basic swimming ability
  
• in good physical condition

 

Water Rescue Courses are offered under Rescue 3 International curriculum