Swiftwater Boat Operator
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| Motorized | Paddle |
| Swiftwater Boat Operator is a 4-day class designed to educate and provide experience for boat operators in a Swiftwater or Flood situation. The class includes one full day of classroom instruction and three days of hands on training in Class 1 to 3 waters. The class includes but is not limited to: |
| Swiftwater Dynamics | Boats-handling and types | ||
| Local laws/statutes | Maintenance | ||
| Victim management | Boat rigging and trailering | ||
| Night Operations | Basic paddle boat handling | ||
| Flips & rights | Victim/crew pickup | ||
| Boat maneuvers in Class 1to 3 waters | Boat based rescues |
Students must provide Type 3 or Type 5 PFD, whitewater or climbing helmet and must be capable of self-rescue. A Swiftwater Rescue Technician course is recommended prior to this class. A schedule of Swiftwater Rescue Technician courses can be found on our web site. Students will receive a manual and a certificate.
Cancellation Policy: All deposits will be returned if notified of cancellation prior to two weeks of class date. Cancellations less than two week, deposit or tuition can be applied to any other Rescue 3 VA class within the same calendar year. Other last minute cancellations will result in forfeiture of deposit and tuition.
For more information, contact: George Lewis or Gary Gesling