NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue I is a specialist course for Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services personnel. It covers the rope rescue skills required to access and evacuate casualties from most high angle locations.
Rope Rescue I is designed to teach students the theories and knowledge of rope rescue to the NFPA 1006 standard.
It includes classroom and practical field exercises. Students advance from over the bank rescues to progressively more difficult vertical scenarios.
Students are trained in pre-planning and size up of rope rescue operations: knots, hitches and anchor systems; belay operations; ascending and descending; raising and lowering systems; and patient packaging and litter tending.
Special emphasis is placed on safety considerations for rescuers, victims and bystanders.
There are two certification options available for this course based on applicant prerequisites.
Program Details
ESA DATES AND FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Notice of any changes will be listed on this website and can be confirmed by contacting ESA by phone or email.
NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue I - 2024
Rope 2024-11 - Starts November 4, 2024
- Option 1- NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue I - IFSAC/ Proboard- Monday, November 4 to Saturday, November 9, 2024- 0900 to 1700 hrs, 6 days.
- Option 2- NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue I - ESA Certificate Only- Monday, November 4 to Friday, November 8, 2024- 0900 to 1700 hrs, 5 days.
- This is the week following Fire 2024-08E+.
- Application Deadline: Monday, October 28, 2024
NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue I - 2025
Rope 2025-06 - Starts June 16, 2025
- Option 1- NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue I - IFSAC/ Proboard- Monday, June 16 to Saturday, June 21, 2025 - 0900 to 1700 hrs, 6 days.
- Option 2- NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue I - ESA Certificate Only- Monday, June 16 to Friday, June 20, 2025- 0900 to 1700 hrs, 5 days.
- This is the week following Fire 2025-03E+.
- Application Deadline: Monday, June 9, 2025
Rope 2025-11 - Starts November 3, 2025
- Option 1- NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue I - IFSAC/ Proboard- Monday, November 3 to Saturday, November 8, 2025- 0900 to 1700 hrs, 6 days.
- Option 2- NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue I - ESA Certificate Only- Monday, November 3 to Friday, November 7, 2025- 0900 to 1700 hrs, 5 days.
- This is the week following Fire 2025-08E+.
- Application Deadline: Monday, October 27, 2025
Course presented by ESA meets the requirements for NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue I.
Certification
Option 1:
NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue I - IFSAC/ Proboard
Rope Rescue- ESA Certificate
Option 2:
Rope Rescue- ESA Certificate
An application for a NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue I course at ESA must include the following:
Option 1- NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue I - IFSAC/ Proboard/ ESA Certificate
- Proof of age (minimum 18 years).
- Statement that student is in good physical condition.
- Medical Training Requirement- see below.
All 1006 levels require current certification in one of the following:
- Emergency Medical Responder
- Emergency Medical Technician/ Primary Care Paramedic
- Advanced Care Paramedic
- Must be registered with the Alberta College of Paramedics or completed training within the last 3 years.
OR
- Medical First Responder
- Advanced Adventure Medic/Wilderness First Responder
- Advanced First Aid (St. John Ambulance or Red Cross).
- See Alberta Labour’s list of approved first aid training providers for first aid training in the workplace.
Option 2- NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue I - ESA Certificate Only
- Proof of age (minimum 18 years).
- Statement that student is in good physical condition.
** If you are unable to meet the Medical Training Prerequisite in Option 1, you may apply for Option 2. You will not receive the NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue I Certification (IFSAC/ Proboard) from the Office of the Fire Commissioner; however, you will receive an ESA Rope Rescue Certificate upon successful completion. Please contact ESA if you require more information regarding Option 2.
Application
To apply for the Rope Rescue I Course at ESA, you must use the ESA application package. Click on Download Application near the top of this page.
It is the responsibility of an applicant to ensure an application submitted to ESA is complete and meets all prerequisites. Acceptance will be confirmed upon receipt of a complete application and full payment of fees.
Submit your completed application and payment by:
E-mail to info@ESAcanada.com
Fax to 780-449-4787, or
Mail, courier or deliver it in person to:
Emergency Services Academy Ltd.
2nd Floor, 161 Broadway Boulevard
Sherwood Park AB T8H 2A8
Questions? Call 780-416-8822 or e-mail info@ESAcanada.com.
ESA 2024 Fees for NFPA 1006 - Rope Rescue
Option 1- Fees for NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue I - IFSAC/ Proboard
- Administration Fee (non-refundable): $125.00
- Course Materials: $460.00
- Tuition Fees: $1,700.00
- Total Fees (including GST): $2,285.00
Option 2- Fees for NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue I - ESA Certificate Only
- Administration Fee (non-refundable): $125.00
- Course Materials: $275.00
- Tuition Fees: $1,300.00
- Total Fees (including GST): $1,700.00
ESA 2025 Fees for NFPA 1006 - Rope Rescue
Option 1- Fees for NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue I - IFSAC/ Proboard
- Administration Fee (non-refundable): $125.00
- Course Materials: $500.00
- Tuition Fees: $1,750.00
- Total Fees (including GST): $2,375.00
Option 2- Fees for NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue I - ESA Certificate Only
- Administration Fee (non-refundable): $125.00
- Course Materials: $300.00
- Tuition Fees: $1,350.00
- Total Fees (including GST): $1,775.00
Total fees are due with an application.
ESA fees are subject to review and will be updated by October 1 of each calendar year.
ESA fees and dates are subject to change. Notice of any changes will be listed on this website and can be confirmed by contacting ESA by phone or email.
Class size is limited to 14 students. The first 14 applicants with complete applications and paid fees will be accepted.
Payment of Fees: All course fees are payable to Emergency Services Academy Ltd. Payments may be made by cash, cheque, Visa, MasterCard, Amex and Debit Card. Cash payments must be for the correct amount as ESA does not keep any cash onsite.
Funds may be transferred to Emergency Services Academy Ltd. by INTERAC e-Transfer using the ESA email address: e-transfers@ESAcanada.com
ESA Refund Policy for Rope Rescue I
- The Administration Fee is non-refundable.
- All fees are non-refundable as of the Application Deadline.
International Students: ESA is not able to accept international students at this time.
Topics covered in the ESA Rope Rescue I course include:
- Pre-planning and Size Up
- Equipment Selection, Use and Care
- Knots and Anchor Point Selection and Application
- Rope Rigging and Belay Techniques
- Rope Descending
- Changeovers (descending to ascending)
- Passing Knots
- Self Rescue Techniques
- Mechanical Advantage Lifting Techniques
- Stretcher Lifting and Lowering Techniques
The course consists of lectures for the first 2 days and practical training starting on the second and continuing through to the end of the course. Skills competency tracking is part of each practical training session.
Option 1- Students must attend the full six days of classes.
Option 2- Students must attend the first five days of classes.