Rescue Technician: Trench

A course designed to offer a combination of classroom and practical evolutions that allow the student to learn proper techniques to make open trenches and excavations safe for victim access and removal. The class is made realistic by actual sheeting and shoring operations of "unsafe" trenches, by using shoring equipment, and practice in developing skills in lifting practices within the trench environment.

Special Equipment - hard hat, work gloves, work boots (not fire fighting boots), clothing suitable for outside activities, OSHA approved safety glasses

Physical Requirements - This is a very physically demanding course which requires student to be in good physical condition.

Hours   40
Course Cost   $ 295 In-State     $ 495 Out-Of-State     Field Course – Contact host department regarding cost

Syllabus

Required Text - Under revision please call Todd Eddy at 205-391-3772

Pre-Requisites

• Introduction to Technician
• Hazardous Materials Awareness & Operations
• Proof of First Responder that meets or exceeds the DOT Medical First Responder

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