Designed for outdoor professionals with existing river experience who may be required to perform whitewater/river rescues. Includes solutions to common rescue situations with a focus on how to maximise the safe use of the minimum amount of equipment.
COURSE CONTENT
Includes:
- Rescuer safety
- Personal and team equipment
- Whitewater swimming and self-rescue
- Bank-based rescue options
- In-water rescues
- Foot & body entrapments
- Unpinning boats
COURSE PRE-REQUISITES
Confident swimmer with experience of water-based activities (rafting, canoeing, canyoning, sea level traversing etc.)
COURSE DURATION
3 days