Non-Motorized Watercraft Rescue Technician Course

This course provides the knowledge and skills to prepare an emergency responder to conduct rescue operations using a non-motorized watercraft in a safe and effective manner in accordance with AHJ policies and procedures. Topics include PPE; hydrology; incident management; self-rescue and survival swimming skills; communication; navigation; assembling and configuring watercraft; maintenance; trailering; hazard mitigation; launching, docking, operating, anchoring, and recovering watercraft; victim search and rescue; crew overboard events; and towing. This course incorporates awareness, operations, and technician training based on NFPA 1006 (2021).

Designed For: Public safety members with river and flood rescue responsibilities.

Prerequisites:

-Water Rescue Technician (2021) (SFT) or River and Flood Rescue Technician (2017) (SFT)

-California Safe Boaters Safety Course (CBT – CA Boating and Waterways)

-Urban Search and Rescue Boat Operator (CBT – FEMA)

Standard:   Attend and participate in all course sections and successful completion of all skills identified on the Training Record

Hours: 40 hours

Required PPE:

* Helmet

* Live Bait Type V PFD

* Wetsuit or Drysuit

* Water Shoes

* Gloves

Course will be confirmed once the minimum class roster of 12 students is met.  

Refund Policy: Full refund is available if canceling more than 30 days before the course. Cancellations made within 30 days of the course will receive a 75% credit towards a future course. Cancellations made within 15 days or more before the course will receive a 50% credit toward a future course. No credits will be issued for cancellations made fewer than 14 days of the first day of the course. Credits are good for 1 calendar year, no exceptions.  Any cancellations must be received via written notice and emailed to maritime@intrepidgroup.us. Cancellations made outside of the 30 day window will be given a full refund or full credit transferable to a future training with Intrepid Maritime.