RES002 – 40.00 Hours
Schedule
Instructor
TBA
Start Time
08:00 AM Monday, March 01, 2021
Instructor
TBA
Start Time
08:00 AM Monday, April 19, 2021
Instructor
TBA
Start Time
08:00 AM Monday, May 10, 2021
Instructor
TBA
Start Time
08:00 AM Monday, August 16, 2021
Instructor
TBA
Start Time
08:00 AM Monday, September 06, 2021
Instructor
TBA
Start Time
08:00 AM Monday, November 08, 2021
This schedule is subject to change without notice. If you have not received confirmation of the class prior to the class start, please contact the division at (866) 878-8900 or esti@teex.tamu.edu to get the latest schedule.
Course Description
This course is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge required for certification to Chapter 7, “Confined Space Rescue” as described in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1006, Standard for Technical Rescuer Professional Qualifications (2013 edition).
The course also covers valuable information about confined-space entry related to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), NFPA, and American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standards and compliance issues. The curriculum meets and exceeds requirements for rescue training in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 “Permit Required Confined Spaces for General Industry.”
Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing.
Prerequisites
NFPA 1006 Rope Rescue level I is not required but is strongly suggested before registering for this course.
Course Completion Requirements
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- You will need to bring your own PPE Level 2 compliant with the TEEX Student Safety Manual.
- All students are required to follow TEEX Student Safety Manual at all times.
PPE Level 2 includes:
- Rescue helmet with a chin strap with 3-point attachment
- Rope rescue gloves, all-leather work gloves
- Eye protection
- Approved safety toe boots
Participants must pass the NFPA 1006 Chapter 5, “Job Performance Requirements” portion of the written exam to receive Level I and II certification.
Participants must pass Level I to receive certification for Level II. Written and skills testing for Confined Space Rescue Levels I and II will be conducted on day four and five.
Pro Board Testing
Participants are required to provide a photo ID at the time of testing.
Attendance Requirements
Class attendance is an essential part of the education process and participants in TEEX courses are expected to attend all class sessions and field exercises. This course requires participants to attend 100% of the class hours as a component of successful course completion and to sit for the Pro Board certification exam.
Recommended
Due to the amount of rope work involved a NFPA 1006 Rope Rescue level I is strongly advised before attempting this course.
Due to the nature of this training, a physical examination is recommended prior to this course.
Topics
- Knot Tying
- Patient Packaging
- Hauling Systems
- Lowering Systems
- Applicable Federal Regulations
- Confined Space Hazards
- Atmospheric Monitoring
- Hazard Control And Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Confined Space Rescue Without Atmospheric Hazards
- Confined Space Rescue with Atmospheric Hazards
Suggested Audience
All municipal and industrial firefighters, as well as any other personnel involved with technical rescue incident response, and is designed to meet the training requirements of NFPA 1006 Chapter 7.
Continuing Education And Professional Credits
- 36.00 hours – Pro Board
Other Information
Fees must be paid prior to or on the first day of class. Course dates and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Includes all course materials.
- Does not include lodging and meals.
Course size limit
- 25 students
Annual Fire Training School Information
If you are attending this course as part of TEEX’s Texas Annual Fire Training School, you need to be aware of the following additional information:
Annual Fire Training School Registration Requirements
Annual Schools require that you use the online registration system. If you are using a Purchase Order (including H.B. 2604 voucher) please place the number in the PO field for payment. Please know we must have a copy of the PO or voucher within 48 hours of your registration or you will be canceled out of the class.
Annual Fire Training School Late Registration
The full rate will be applied after the early-bird registration deadline.
Government Programs
- GSA contract number: GS-07F-0357V. GSA customers, to register please contact esti@teex.tamu.edu or call (866) 878-8900.
Contact Information
Emergency Services Training Institute
Phone: (979) 458-5639
Email: rescue@teex.tamu.edu
Policies
TEEX Policies
TEEX Participant Handbook
TEEX transfer and cancellation policy
Pro Board testing policies, including ADA accommodations.