RT: Rope I

This course is based on NFPA 1006: Standard for Technical Rescue Personnel Professional Qualifications. This course begins with an Introduction to Technical Rescue and goes into rope rescue techniques. The classroom portion includes a review of equipment, knots, and rope safety. Instruction events include: establishing need for rope rescue; uses and limitations of equipment; knot craft; safety aspects; anchoring systems; rescue rappelling; third man rescue; lowering systems; and other aspects of rope rescue.

Due to the NFPA 1006 standard change, courses scheduled in 2024 can be located here: Technical Rescue Personnel: Rope Rescue Awareness and Operations

For more information, call 1-800-241-2467

Special Equipment -

Coveralls

Helmet (climbing helmet)

Boots (hiking or work boots)

Work gloves (climbing or leather work gloves)

Knee and Elbow pads (optional)

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

Hours   40
Course Cost   $ 350 In-State     $ 590 Out-Of-State    

Required Text - High-Angle Rope Rescue I & II

Certification Course Syllabus

Practical Exam Materials

Pre-Requisites

• Documented proof of Hazardous Materials First Responder training at the Awareness and Operations levels
• Proof of course of instruction equivalent to or exceeding the DOT Medical First Responder OR Alabama issued Certified Volunteer Fire Fighter or Certified Fire Fighter I

Course Dates