Course Information
Trench Rescue Technician
Scope/Overview:
Students will refresh knowledge and skills learned in Trench Rescue Operations as well as learning new skills and techniques for shoring intersecting and deep well trenches. Course meets the requirements for NFPA 1006 Chapter 8 and 1670 Chapter 11. Topics covered:
Soil classification and characteristics
Equipment
Shoring "T" and "L" Trenches
Shoring deep wall trenches up to 15 feet deep
Atmospheric Monitoring
Ventilation
Scene Management
Course Length:
16 hours
Prerequisite(s):
- Rope Rescue Operations Part 1
- Rope Rescue Operations Part 2
- Trench Rescue Operations
Standard(s) Met:
- NFPA 1006, 2008 edition chapters 8.2
- NFPA 1670, 2009 Edition
Student Equipment:
- Rescue or Leather work gloves
- Rescue or Firefighting Helmet
- Long sleeve shirts and pants or Rescue gear
- Work Boots
- Safety Glasses