Swiftwater and Flood Rescue Technician
Hinsdale County, CO • June 5, 2026
Course Provider
Full Dates: June 5, 2026 – June 7, 2026
Duration: 3 days (24 hours)
Price: $0
This class will meet on Friday, June 5 from 1800-2200 in Hinsdale County, CO. Class will continue on Saturday June 6 and 7 from 0800-1800 in Hinsdale County, CO.
Course Description
The Rescue 3 International Swiftwater and Flood Rescue Technician (SRT) is an intensive three-day class. The initial emphasis is on self-rescue skills, but other objectives include an in-depth look at water dynamics, handling hazards and obstacles, using basic rescue equipment, setting up technical rope systems, controlling in-water contact rescues, scene management, and much more.
This course is the first of three classes needed for personnel to meet the requirements for the Technician level NFPA 1670 Standard on Operations and Training for Technical Rescue Incidents and the NFPA 1006 Standard for Rescue Technician Professional Qualifications in the area of water.
Prerequisites:
- 18 years of age or older
- adequate health insurance coverage
- basic swimming ability
- in good physical condition
Location and Logistics
Hinsdale County, Colorado
Hinsdale County, CO —
United States