FRC-FRC7000 - Technical Rescue Introduction Course 1

Course Description

This introduction course will present the Technical Rescuer (TR) with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to satisfactory complete the requirements of various chapters within NFPA 1006-2021 edition: Standard for Technical Rescue Professional Qualifications. Individual topics included in this course are ground ladders, breathing apparatus, PPE, portable extinguishers, basic knots, basic MAS, and helicopter operations. This course should be offered consistent with the most current NC Fire and Rescue Commission guidelines. Contact the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) for details.

Course Outline

This chapter covers NFPA 1006 and NFPA 1670, including individual and organizational responsibilities and the three primary levels of technical rescuer qualifications. The discussion also includes information about training, such as where technical rescue information and training can be found, how to leverage these resources, and how to ensure this training is continuous.

Learner Outcomes

After studying this chapter, you should be able to:

Explain the need for ongoing and specialized training in vehicle rescue. (pp. 3–4)
Define the following terms and discuss their role in vehicle rescue incidents:
- Technical rescue (p. 4)
- Technical rescuer (p. 4)
- Extrication (p. 4)
- Disentanglement (p. 4)
- Qualification (p. 5)
- Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). (p. 5)
Differentiate standards and laws. (p. 4)
Identify the NFPA standards covering technical rescue. (pp. 4–5)
Identify the three primary levels of technical rescuer qualifications outlined in NFPA 1006. (pp. 6–7)
Describe awareness-level responsibilities under NFPA 1006. (NFPA 1006: 8.1.2, p. 6)
Describe operations-level responsibilities under NFPA 1006. (NFPA 1006: 8.1.2, pp. 6–7)
Describe technician-level responsibilities under NFPA 1006. (NFPA 1006: 8.1.2, p. 7)
List awareness-level organizational tasks outlined in NFPA 1670. (pp. 7–8)
Identify information that should be gathered on scene to create an incident action plan. (NFPA 1006: 8.1.2, p. 12)
List resources for technical vehicle rescue information and training. (pp. 12–13)