Short Haul Rescue involves the rapid extrication of a victim by securing them to a line attached to the helicopter and carrying them a short distance away from danger, typically less than one quarter of a mile. There are two techniques, one which lands the helicopter and has a crew member attach the victim, the other involves hovering the helicopter and lowering the rescuer to the victim. The crews must master both techniques to pass the course. No ground rescue resources are available. A delay in medical treatment could compromise the patient.
Short haul is the most practical means of rescue.
The CDF Academy is located at 4501 State Highway 104, in Ione.