2024 Version NFPA 1670 - Vehicle Rescue Awareness (PVRA 2024) for Hempfield Twp. Fire Department

2024 Version This course will provide an awareness-level of information and skills as it pertains to vehicle rescue incidents. Topics will include general vehicle rescue function/operation; incident management of the vehicle accident/rescue incident; vehicle anatomy, design, and construction; recognition and control of hazards relative to a vehicle accident/rescue incident; and the tools and equipment used at a vehicle accident/rescue incident. Course Goal: The goal of this course is to provide the student with an awareness level of knowledge and skills necessary to respond to and function at a vehicle accident/rescue incident in accordance with NFPA 1670: Standard on Operations and Training for Technical Search and Rescue Incidents. Prerequisites: Minimum age: 16 years old at start of course and HMA/R. Student Equipment & Supplies: Pen/Pencil, Notebook, and PPE. Total hours = 16, CEUs = 1.6