Emergency Boat and Rescue Operations (EBOR)

FSC: 0436 Hours: 16.0 (Lecture: 4.5hrs / Lab: 11.5hrs)

Prerequisites: Age 18 and up, Water Rescue & Emergency Response (WRER)

Description: This 16-hour program involves skills of boat operation for rescue including boat selection, recommended equipment, boat handling, boat used rescue technique, and extrication from the water. This class has special gear and equipment needs. Contact your local Field Director for a complete list of all gear and equipment.

Gear: This class has special gear and equipment needs. Students bring the following: Customized Type III or V Personal Flotation Device (PFD) with knife, whistle, 2 locking carabineers Water rescue helmet (thermal liner optional) Wet or dry suit Swim suit Clothing Inner layer – silk, polypropylene or other combination Middle layer – wool, polyester pile (fleece), neoprene, other combinations (many available Outer layer – coated nylon or a breathable water and wind proof fabric (optional) Wet suit Dry suit (optional) River shoes or boots Hand and feet warmth: gloves (neoprene), socks (synthetic or woolblend/neoprene) Straps for glasses Fluids (water or sports drink) High energy foods Sun screen (SPF 15 minimum recommended) Personal items (first aid kit, medications, personal hygiene supplies)

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