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Surface ice rescue training
Water & Ice Rescue

Surface Ice Rescue

Practise cold-water and ice-rescue techniques through classroom, field and in-water training.

Duration16 hours
Class size8–12 participants
DeliveryClassroom · Hands On · On Site

About the course

Designed for emergency-services personnel who may respond when someone has fallen through ice or is in distress in cold water, this program combines classroom and practical training.

Participants cover scene assessment, ice anchors, rope systems, advanced rescue equipment, patient packaging and care for the hypothermic casualty.

What your team will build

Recognize environmental hazards before committing rescuers.

Use rescue equipment and systems appropriate to the situation.

Organize an effective response while protecting rescuers and casualties.

Standards & guidance

Designed to exceed applicable NFPA 1006/1670 cold-water and ice-rescue guidance

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