Swiftwater Rescue: A Manual For The Rescue Professional

Swiftwater 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: Slim Ray
Publisher: Cfs Press
Published: 03/01/2013
Pages: 276
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.38lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.58d
ISBN13: 9780988243507
ISBN10: 0988243504
BISAC Categories:
- Reference | General
- Sports & Recreation | Reference
- Technology & Engineering | Emergency Management