Steve Treinish

Finally, a book that covers all 5 of the sub-disciplines of water rescue – in a single resource! Technical Rescuer: Water Levels I & II is based on the NFPA 1006 Technical Rescuer Standards, and covers everything from surface water rescue and ice rescue to swiftwater rescue, surf rescue, and more.

Perhaps most importantly, the author recognizes that different agencies have different processes, and incorporates that by discussing all of the various types of equipment and how it can be used.

A bonus chapter on watercraft rounds out the book's comprehensive coverage, making this an ideal book for first responders, firefighters, rescue technicians, and anyone seeking in-depth knowledge of water rescue techniques and standards.

Features:

• Gain real-world insight and sharpen water rescue tactics with a Lessons Learned at the beginning of each chapter and corresponding Lessons Learned Revisited at the end of the chapter containing follow-up critical-thinking questions
• Check NFPA Standard compliancy by reviewing the detailed guide at the beginning of the book, which correlates chapter content and corresponding page numbers to NFPA Standards 1006 specific Job Performance Requirements
• Secure optimum proficiency of various water techniques through Skills and Procedures which combine step-by-step instructions with photos and line illustrations Work smart and safely on the job with critical information highlighted in Note and Safety boxes throughout the book
• Remain up to date with photos and illustrations that focus in on the most current equipment, tools and procedures
• Written by a rescuer/instructor/firefighter so readers can be confident they are getting tried-and-true information that they can apply in the real world
• Offers coverage of boats, helicopter usage, and other various topics to heighten readers' awareness of evolutions that might affect them in a larger water response