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Technical Rescue Operations

This course is designed to introduce members to Adirondack Mountain Rescue's Technical Rescue Operations. The covered topics are:

THIS IS A COURSE IN DEVELOPMENT. MORE LESSONS WILL BE ADDED BEFORE A CERTIFICATE IS AVAILABLE.

Introduction                                                   Safety Considerations
Communications                                           Safety Factors and Forces
Team Equipment                                           Personal Protective Equipment
General Rigging Considerations

Basic Search Operations

This course is designed to introduce new members to Search and Rescue Operations. The covered topics are:

Introduction to Search and Rescue       Callout Procedures
Personnel Standards                            Search Organization
SAR Ethics                                           Search Techniques
Personal/Crew Safety

This is the introductory course for all members.