FIRE 072 - Trench Rescue

Institution:

College of the Desert

Subject:

Description:

This course is designed to train fire service personnel in handson application of the techniques necessary to safely complete a rescue from an excavation or trenching cave-in. Topics include critical considerations while responding to trenching emergencies, evaluation of cave-in scenes, basic life support procedures and temporary protection for victims, specialized tool usage, shoring techniques, and below grade rescue safety. This course is approved by the California State Fire Marshal and California Fire Service Training and Education System (CFSTES). Lecture Hours: 4 Lab Hours: 16 Repeatable: No Grading: L Advisory: Regular or volunteer fire fighter CAN: None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None

Credits:

0.50

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.collegeofthedesert.edu

Phone Number:

(760) 346-8041

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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