This event is hosted by a CAWM Professional Member – Rocky Mountain Adventure Medicine. This 2 day Swift Water Rescue course includes Swift Water Rescue Levels 1 and 2.
Swift Water Rescue training is based on and taught to current NFPA Standards 1670 & 1006.
Swift Water Rescue 1 focuses on self-rescue skills for open, moving water activities. Basic personal safety equipment, open water swimming skills, and rescue principles are introduced.
Swift Water Rescue 2 builds on the foundational self-rescue skills from Swift Water Rescue 1. Swimming skills and techniques for a variety of open, moving water environments will be introduced. Focus is placed on technique and equipment usage in the rescue of others.