A course designed for experienced basic divers which allows you to explore new dive sites under the supervision of an instructor. In the series of open water dives, the diver is taught how to adapt to new diving situations. Dive Rescue I is the internationally renowned three day training course for certified divers and surface support personnel. Successful completion of a Dive Rescue I program will provide basic methods and skills necessary to function effectively at a water accident scene. Hands-on practice will be stressed with emphasis being placed on safety, tactics and strategy, equipment, resources and medical considerations.
Time is spent on locating materials locally and on obtaining a local community resource list.
A course designed for Fire and Rescue personnel with basic and intermediate experience in vehicle rescue. Classroom and practical evolutions teach the student to new hazards associated with today's vehicles. Attendance is limited to assure maximum hands-on applications of extrication techniques using actual vehicles in realistic situations. Virginia Association of Volunteer Rescue Squads Information for descriptions of the various certifications came from the Virginia VDFP Quarterly . Go BACK to MAIN page.