The following Rescue 3 International Courses are valuable learning opportunities for those interested in a career in the Outdoor Adventure field and/or Emergency Responder/Health Care field. Rescue 3 International is the world leader in water and flood rescue. The organization is dedicated to helping rescuers meet their training needs. Rescue 3 International always strives to offer the most current and innovative rescue techniques. Since 1979, Rescue 3 International has aided in promoting safety by graduating over 90,000 alumni around the world.


AQUATIC RESCUE COURSES

Awareness: Water and Rope Rescue

The Awareness: Water and Rope Rescue course is designed for any responder who, in the course of their duties, may be the first on-scene at a water or rope incident. This course does not provide students with the skills to perform rescues, but rather how to respond to water and rope rescue situations.

Details:
2 days, 1 night
Price =$100

Dates: The dates for this course vary, please contact us to find out when the next course is scheduled

Course Overview:
Introduces students to problems of rope and water rescue
Teaches the procedures necessary to respond to a flash flood, large-scale disaster and seasonal flooding situations

Course Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites for the Awareness:
Water and Rope Rescue course

  
Operations: Swiftwater First Responder

The Swiftwater First Responder course is designed to provide interested individuals and agencies with the basic information on techniques and equipment for responding to river and flood rescues.

Details:
4 days, 3 nights
Price = $200

Dates: The dates for this course vary, please contact us to find out when the next course is scheduled

Course Overview:
Training in hazard recognition and equipment use
Training in basic shore and boat-based rescue techniques
Upon completion those certified in this course can participate in higher risk, technical water rescues under the supervision of Technical Level rescuers

Course Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites for the Operations: Swiftwater First Responder course


Whitewater Rescue Technician

This course is designed for individuals who operate and spend time around flowing water. Professional guides, private boaters, fish & game personnel would all fall into this category and benefit greatly from this course. While similar to the Swiftwater Rescue Technician Unit 1, it is less equipment intensive.

Details:
4 days, 3 nights
Price =$225

Dates: The dates for this course vary, please contact us to find out when the next course is scheduled

Course Overview:
Learn to use techniques and simple equipment to assess and perform river rescues
Focus will be on real-life situations that the students may face while spending time around flowing water
Emphasis on speedy, low-tech and improvised rescue techniques that are effective and require minimal equipment

Course Prerequisites:
Good physical condition
Basic swimming ability
Adequate health insurance coverage

  Swiftwater Rescue Technician Unit 1

An intensive course, Swiftwater Rescue Technician Unit 1, focuses on developing and practicing water rescue skills. This course meets the NFPA standards for Agency Training for both Law and Fire Departments.

Details:
5 days, 4 nights
Price =$275

Dates: The dates for this course vary, please contact us to find out when the next course is scheduled

Course Overview:
Emphasis on self-rescue skills
In-depth look at water dynamics
Handling hazards and obstacles
Using basic rescue equipment
Setting up technical rope systems
Controlling in-water contact rescue
Vehicles extraction in Swiftwater environments
Helicopter familiarization for H20 rescue operations.

Course Prerequisites:
Good physical condition
Basic swimming ability
Adequate health insurance coverage


Advanced Swiftwater Rescue Technician

The Advanced Swiftwater Rescue Technician course builds on water and technical rope skills that are taught in the Swiftwater Rescue Technician Unit 1 and the Technical Rope Rescue: Technician Level courses.

Details:
4 days, 3 nights
Price =$325

Dates: The dates for this course vary, please contact us to find out when the next course is scheduled

Course Overview:
Students learn skills beyond the emphasis on self rescue, and will now learn to concentrate on victim rescue
Focus on hands-on skill development
Exposure to more complex water rescue situations
Night river rescue scenario using the incident command system with water and rope techniques

Course Prerequisites:
Swiftwater Rescue Technician Unit I (within the last 3 years)
Technical Rope Rescue Technician (within the last 3 years)
Good physical condition
Basic swimming ability
Adequate health insurance coverage

  


TECHNICAL ROPE RESCUE COURSES




Awareness: Water and Rope Rescue

The Awareness: Water and Rope Rescue course is designed for any responder who, in the course of their duties, may be the first on-scene at a water or rope incident. This course does not provide students with the skills to perform rescues, but rather how to respond to water and rope rescue situations.

Details:
2 days, 1 night
Price =$100

Dates: The dates for this course vary, please contact us to find out when the next course is scheduled

Course Overview:
Introduces students to problems of rope and water rescue
Teaches the procedures necessary to respond to a flash flood, large-scale disaster and seasonal flooding situations
Course Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites for the Awareness: Water and Rope Rescue course

  


Technical Rope Rescue Operations Level

During the Technical Rope Rescue Operations Level course, students will learn and practice all areas of rope rescue operations in a low-angle environment. The Technical Rope Rescue Operations Level certification is essential for those working in the rappel, climbing and canopy activities.

Details:
5 days, 4 nights
Price = $275.00

Dates: The dates for this course vary, please contact us to find out when the next course is scheduled

Course Overview:
Preplanning and size-up of rope rescue operations
Important knots, hitches and anchor systems
Belay operations
Ascending and descending lines
Mechanical advantage systems
Raising and lowering systems
Patient packaging and litter attending
Low-angle and over-the-bank rescue situations
Possible high-angle rescue scenario
Course Prerequisites:
For the Technical Rope Rescue course there are no prerequisites.

   Technical Rope Rescue Technician Level

The Technical Rope Rescue Technician Level course advances students from basic over-the-bank rescues to progressively more vertical scenarios.

Details:
5 days, 4 nights
Price = $375

Dates: The dates for this course vary, please contact us to find out when the next course is scheduled

Course Overview:
Preplanning and size-up of rope rescue operations
Important knots, bends and anchor systems
Belay operations
Ascending and descending lines
Mechanical advantage systems
Raising and lowering systems
Patient packaging and litter attending
Advanced problem solving
Highline systems
Course Prerequisites:
Good physical condition
Adequate health insurance coverage


Aerial structures: Towers, Platforms Safety & Rescue Training

This course is specifically designed to improve the safety and productivity of individuals working in the specialized environment of towers and aerial structures.

Details:
3 days, 2 nights
Price = $_250.00______
Dates: The dates for this course vary, please contact us to find out when the next course is scheduled

Course Overview:
Learn how to recognize specific hazards common to tower environments
Develop Job Safety Plans
Learn the proper use of personal protective equipment
Practice 100% tie-off, self rescue, and the use of descent control devices
Practice rescue procedures, problem solving and rescue scenarios
Course Prerequisites:
Good physical condition
Adequate health insurance coverage

  


TROPICAL MEDICINE COURSES




CPR for the Professional Rescuer

This course is useful for anyone looking to explore a career in the Outdoor Industry. In order to be a trained professional guide, individuals need to have this certification.

Details:
2 days (16 hours)
Price = $40

Dates: The dates for this course vary, please contact us to find out when the next course is scheduled


Course Overview:
Provides individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize emergencies
Introduction to the Emergency Medical System
Basic care for breathing and cardiac emergencies for adults, children and infants
Participants are trained in two-rescuer CPR, resuscitation, and use of a bag-valve mask.

Course Prerequisites:
For the CPR for the Professional Rescuer course there are no prerequisites.

   Multi-Media CPR

Details:
1 day (12 hours)
Price = $30

Dates: The dates for this course vary, please contact us to find out when the next course is scheduled

Course Overview:
Brief history of CPR
Mechanics of Artificial Life Support
Fundamentals of human physiology (circulatory system) and CPR applications
What is expected during an emergency (including EMS response)
Scene assessment and appropriate response
A-B-C's of Adult CPR for 1 rescuer
A-B-C's of Adult CPR for 2 rescuers
A-B-C's of Infant CPR for 1 rescuer
A-B-C's of Infant CPR for 2 rescuers
Emphasis on using Multi-Media sources to enhance learning experience

Course Prerequisites:
For the Multi-Media CPR course there are no prerequisites.


Basic CPR (Adult Only)

An introduction to the basics of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.

Details:
1 day (8 hours)
Price = $25

Dates: The dates for this course vary, please contact us to find out when the next course is scheduled

Course Overview:
Brief history of CPR
Mechanics of Artificial Life Support
Fundamentals of human physiology (circulatory system) and CPR applications
What is expected during an emergency (including EMS response)
Scene assessment and appropriate response
A-B-C's of Adult CPR for 1 rescuer
A-B-C's of Adult CPR for 2 rescuers

Course Prerequisites:
For the Basic CPR course there are no course prerequisites.
  


Wilderness First Responder

The Wilderness First Responder course takes the Wilderness First Aid course one step further. This course is necessary for those participants who are interested in leading trips in the backcountry, especially on overnight trips. Many Outdoor Outfitters will not hire lead guides that do not possess this important certification.

Details:
9 days, 8 nights
Price = $450

Dates: The dates for this course vary, please contact us to find out when the next course is scheduled

Course Overview:
Comprehensive Patient Assessment Skills
Hands-on simulations
Wilderness Medical Protocols: anaphylaxis treatment, dislocation reduction, spinal assessment, advanced wound management, modified CPR protocol
Accident Management and Leadership
Long Term Care of the Sick and Injured
Improvisation Skills
Basic Search and Rescue
Patient Packaging and Evacuation Techniques
Night automobile crash scenario

Course Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites for the Wilderness First Responder course. However, it is recommended that the individual already be certified in Basic First Aid.
  
Wilderness First Aid

The Wilderness First Aid course introduces participants to backcountry medicine and wilderness rescue techniques. Designed to help people in remote settings, participants will learn how to treat injured persons that are hours or days away from Advanced Medical Care. The course focuses on working with limited equipment and teaches improvising techniques.

Details:
5 days, 4 nights
Price = $200.00

Dates:
The dates for this course vary, please contact us to find out when the next course is scheduled

Course Overview:
Long Term Care of the Sick and Injured
Improvisation Skills
Patient Packaging and Evacuation Techniques
Practice scenarios
Wilderness Medical Protocols: Anaphylaxis Treatment including injection training, Advanced Wound Management, Modified CPR, Spinal Assessment

Course Prerequisites:
For the Wilderness First Aid course there are no course prerequisites. However, it is recommended that the individual already be certified in Basic First Aid.


 
Wilderness First Responder

The Wilderness First Responder course takes the Wilderness First Aid course one step further. This course is necessary for those participants who are interested in leading trips in the backcountry, especially on overnight trips. Many Outdoor Outfitters will not hire lead guides that do not possess this important certification.

Details:
9 days, 8 nights
Price = $450

Dates: The dates for this course vary, please contact us to find out when the next course is scheduled

Course Overview:
Comprehensive Patient Assessment Skills
Hands-on simulations
Wilderness Medical Protocols: anaphylaxis treatment, dislocation reduction, spinal assessment, advanced wound management, modified CPR protocol
Accident Management and Leadership
Long Term Care of the Sick and Injured
Improvisation Skills
Basic Search and Rescue
Patient Packaging and Evacuation Techniques
Night automobile crash scenario

Course Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites for the Wilderness First Responder course. However, it is recommended that the individual already be certified in Basic First Aid.


Rescue 3 International General Information

How to host a Rescue Training course in your area:
In addition to contacting Pacific Journeys for availability on our rescue courses, you can organize your own training course!
If you are unable to attend a training course that we offer and have a minimum of 10 participants, you should not hesitate to schedule a course specifically for your group!
All you need to do is contact Pacific Journeys and we will do our best to schedule a course for your group at a time that works best for you.

Practice and Recertification:
Upon completion of the Rescue 3 training course, students must practice and maintain their rescue skills. Operations and Technician level courses must be recertified every three years to keep up with new program developments and skills. Students recertifying are eligible for a 50% discount on the course.

Refusal of Service:
An instructor may refuse training to anyone if he or she feels participation in the course would present a safety, physical or financial risk to anyone in the course or to themselves.

Cancellation fee:
If Pacific Journeys cancels a Rescue 3 International or any First Aid course, a full refund of all class tuition fees that have been paid, will be returned within 1 month of the cancellation date.
A group that has selected to organize their own training course is responsible for filling the minimum participant requirement (10 people). Any group that fails to cancel more than a week prior to the first day of the course may be held responsible for any change fee incurred from the instructor’s airline/bus ticket and a cancellation fee of 10% of the total tuition cost.
An individual that cancels more than two weeks (10 working days) prior to the course will receive a full refund. If that individual cancels less than 2 weeks before the course……

For more information on Rescue 3 International: www.rescue3.com


Frequently Asked Questions

Reservations:
Reservations can be made by email or by phone.
Email: info@pacificjourneysint.com.. Phone: 2787-8133, 2782-8134

Payment:
There are two payment options; by cash or by bank deposit. If you wish to pay by bank deposit, please contact us by email or by phone and we can give you the account information.

Cancellation Policy:
30 days or more, prior to arrival: No penalties
3 weeks prior to arrival: 50% of package cost per person
2 weeks prior to arrival: 75% of package cost per person
1 week prior to arrival: Full package cost per person

Risks and Insurances:
Each person, upon arrival, will be responsible to fill out a Pacific Journeys liability form. This form must be signed in order to participate in our tours.

Large Groups:
To accommodate large groups, reservations and payments
should be made 1 month before the tour date.

Participant Numbers:
The minimum group size for Pacific Journey tours is 4 per tour. The minimum group size for each rescue class varies. A course will not happen if there are not enough participants, please call for availability.

What should I bring?
Proper hiking shoes
Quick-dry clothing
Bathing Suit
Towel
Sweater (for overnight tours)
Change of Clothes
Water Bottle
Backpack
Rain jacket
Flashlight or headlamp
Camera (optional, but recommended!)
Any personal gear you feel you may need

  



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