Avalanche Rescue Fundmentals

One day course that is all field based. 

Students will learn when they are entering avalanche terrain and will work through the  process of developing a group plan for the day starting with a trailhead transceiver  check.

• They will understand actions needed by the victim and responders when an  avalanche incident occurs.

• They will demonstrate appropriate search techniques in  various situations as a solo rescuer and as part of a group rescue.

• Participants will  work through one and two transceiver burials within specific areas and time  constraints.

• In addition students will learn appropriate methods and the process for  locating a victim who is not wearing a transceiver.

• Once the patient is excavated,  students will identify likely medical issues and complications.

• Discussion of formal incident response along with how and when to request EMS  resources will be covered.