Swiftwater Rescue Field Guide
Author: Slim Ray
Publisher:
Published: 2006
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780964958531
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Author: Slim Ray
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Published: 2006
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780964958531
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Published: 2013-03-01
Total Pages: 276
ISBN-13: 9780988243507
DOWNLOAD EBOOKSwiftwater Rescue 2nd Edition offers an in-depth look at swiftwater rescue for the professional -- firefighters, park rangers, law enforcement, EMS personnel -- as well as anyone who might be faced with the possibility of a flood or swiftwater rescue. Topics include rescuer safety considerations and equipment; river hydrology; equipment; shore-based, boat-based, and in-water rescue techniques; medical considerations; rigging for river rescue; incident command, animal rescue, and swiftwater training. Densely illustrated with line drawings and black & white photographs, the second edition also covers advanced subjects like the use of helicopters in swiftwater rescue and special situations like low-head dams, urban flooding, and flood channel rescues.
Author: Les Bechdel
Publisher: Appalachian Mountain Club
Published: 1997
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781878239556
DOWNLOAD EBOOKRevised new 1997 edition gives expert advice on all aspects of river safety, covers latest gear and methods, and contains expanded material on big-water rescue -- the essential manual for every fast-water paddler.
Author: Sierra Rescue International
Publisher:
Published: 2018-01-15
Total Pages:
ISBN-13: 9780999200421
DOWNLOAD EBOOKRiver Safety and Rescue Waterproof Field Guide written by Swiftwater and River Rescue Experts at Sierra Rescue
Author: Tom Pendley
Publisher:
Published: 2011-07-04
Total Pages: 198
ISBN-13: 9780967523897
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA complete guide to urban technical rescue designed to illustrate specific techniques and procedures in rope rescue, confined space rescue, swift water rescue, trench rescue and structural collapse rescue.
Author: James A. Frank
Publisher: CMC
Published: 2021-04-01
Total Pages: 433
ISBN-13: 1792354800
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe CMC Rope Rescue Technician Manual is the standard text for many fire departments, rescue teams and training programs across the country. The sixth edition reflects the latest advances in technology, equipment and procedures available to rescue professionals. Its concise style clearly sequences and describes the elements of rope rescue in a way that is both detailed and easy to understand. Well-drawn diagrams depict each recommended stage of rope rescue operations. The result is a very useful tool for rescue professionals at every skill level. CMC has been an innovator in the emergency services industry for over 40 years. In 1978 Jim Frank endeavored to make rescue safer and more efficient by founding California Mountain Company (later CMC Rescue, now CMC), a company that sourced and supplied specialized life safety equipment to the rescue community. Today, CMC is a globally recognized, employee-owned company that proudly manufactures many products in our ISO-certified Santa Barbara facility, and provides specialized education and training for rescue and rope access professionals. CMC recommends that all rope technicians seek qualified, hands-on instruction from a trusted source. The CMC School provides this type of training with a focus on learning-by-doing. Open enrollment and custom courses are available worldwide. For more information on CMC or the CMC School, visit cmcpro.com.
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Published: 2017-07-31
Total Pages: 220
ISBN-13: 9780692901533
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis new updated, fifth edition guide contains over 250 high quality graphic illustrations, command checklists and easy to follow step-by-step procedures for rope rescue, confined space rescue, swiftwater rescue, surface ice rescue, trench rescue, structural collapse rescue and helicopter rescue. Designed to be used during and after a full training program, this guide is an essential tool for rescuers of all levels to assist in safe and efficient technical rescue. Made to be taken in the field, the guide assists rescuers in recall of the most important aspects of techniques and safety.
Author: Nate Ostis
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Published: 2015-07-15
Total Pages: 274
ISBN-13: 0811761851
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA how-to guide of safety, rescue, and recovery techniques for all who work and play on the water. 2015 National Outdoor Book Award Winner.
Author: Luc Mehl
Publisher: Mountaineers Books
Published: 2022-01-12
Total Pages: 406
ISBN-13: 1680516035
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"A staple for paddlers.... [The Packraft Handbook has] now become the bible for outdoor recreators taking their inflatable rafts into the backcountry." ― Anchorage Daily News 2021 National Outdoor Book Award Winner in Outdoor Adventure Guides 2022 Banff Mountain Book Competition Guidebook Winner Alaska-based author is a leading expert on wilderness travel Emphasis on skill progression and safety applies to wide range of outdoor water recreation Vibrant illustrations and photos inform and inspire The Packraft Handbook is a comprehensive guide to packrafting, with a strong emphasis on skill progression and safety. Readers will learn to maneuver through river features and open water, mitigate risk with trip planning and boat control, and how to react when things go wrong. Beginners will find everything they need to know to get started--from packraft care to proper paddling position as well as what to wear and how to communicate. Illustrated for visual learners and featuring stunning photography, The Packraft Handbook has something to offer all packrafters and other whitewater sports enthusiasts.
Author: James A. Frank
Publisher: CMC Rescue
Published: 1998
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780961833770
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