Height Rescue Officer

Duration: 8h

Who is this training for?

All workers who are required to manage resources during a rescue at height.
The prerequisites for this training are “Fall Protection,” “Rescue Technician” and “First Aid in the Workplace” courses.

Description

The purpose of the training is to develop the skills, knowledge and abilities required to manage a rescue team and/or a rescue at height. This training is based on RSST c. S-2.1, r.13, CSTC c. S-2.1, r.4, NFPA 1006, NFPA 1670, NFPA 1983, public health measures, Académie des pompiers, and vertical rescue laws and standards.

Goals

Applying occupational health and safety rules
Understanding emergency response management concepts
Implementing preventive measures
Testing a rescue procedure
Using evacuation equipment
Identifying response priorities

Content

Handling personal protective equipment and coveralls
Handling stabilization equipment: SKED, rescue seat, half-back harness, stretcher
Handling lifesaving equipment: carabiners, ascenders/descenders
Evaluating rope systems
Simulating a vertical rescue

Evaluation

One 25-question exam and an assessment of working knowledge: evaluating a victim evacuation system and applying vertical rescue principles. The required passing grade is 80%. A supplemental exam is available.

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Standards, laws, and references

RSST c. S-2.1, r. 13
CSTC c. S-2.1, r. 4
NFPA 1006
NFPA 1983
NFPA 1670
Public health measures
Académie des pompiers: Vertical Rescue

All participants who have successfully completed the training will receive a certificate of competency.

Our certifications are recognized by the following:

Canadian Armed Forces
MELS
Transport Canada
SAAQ
Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC)

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