Trench Rescue Technician

Catalog description

This course will prepare emergency response personnel to perform rescue operations in trench and excavation emergencies of depths greater than 8 feet. The following topics will be covered: identifying the construction, application, limitations , and removal of supplemental sheeting and shoring systems; manufactured trench boxes and isolation devices; adjusting protective systems based on digging operations and environmental conditions; evaluating existing and potential conditions; coordinating the use of heavy equipment; and patient management. The course meets the requirements of 29 CFR 1926 Subpart P, as well as Chapter 11.4, Technician Level, of NFPA 1670, Standard on Operations and Training for Technical Search and Rescue Incidents Levels I & II and Chapter 11, Trench Rescue, of NFPA 1006, Standard for Rescue Technician Professional Qualifications Level II.