FS 140. Fundamentals of Technical Rescue

This course will enable the student to identify and perform rescue procedures required by emergency personnel with emphasis on current hardware and procedural developments to the area of technical rescue. The student will research the specific hazards associated with natural and man-made disasters that are the results of our modern, technical society. The student will develop both public and personal safety awareness while training or working at an emergency scene.

Prerequisite(s): FS 100 with a C or better or concurrent enrollment in FS 100.

Credits: 3