NFPA 1006 Rope Rescue II Operations
NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue II is a specialist course for Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Services personnel. This course builds on the NFPA 1006 Level I program to the Technician Level Rescuer.
Rope Rescue II focuses on the technician level. This level of rescue is held by those with advanced knowledge, skills, and ability to safely perform advanced aerial movements with a larger degree of technicality. Rope Rescue II also prepares the rescuer to be the team lead in the rescue operation. Many technical rescue teams are facilitated by this level of certification.
This 40 hour course includes classroom and practical field exercises. Students will spend 5 days in multiple environments including training towers and outdoor evolutions in a variety of terrains.
Course Highlights:
Topics covered in the ESA Rope Rescue II course include:
- High Angle Rescue- Building on skills learned in Level 1
- Slope Rescue- Team Operations
- Advanced Litter Attending- Edge Transitioning
- Highline, High Direction Systems (Multi-PODS)
- On- Scene Command of Rope Team
- Twin Tension Raising and Lowering Systems
- Compound/Complex Pulley Systems
- Artificial Anchor Points/ Multi-directional Anchor Points
- Pick Offs
Upon successful completion of the course, students are eligible to write the written exam and participate in the practical evaluation. Successful students will receive their NFPA 1006 Level II certification through the Province of Alberta with associated seals (IFSAC and Proboard).
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 II - 2024
Rope Level II 2024-09 (course code) - Starts September 16, 2024
- NFPA 1006 Rope Rescue II - IFSAC/ Proboard- Monday, September 16. 2024 to Saturday, September 21, 2024 - 0900 to 1700 hrs
- Training will be held at Spruce Grove Fire Department and local outdoor locations
- Written exam - Saturday, September 21, 2024 at ESA at 0900 hrs
- Application Deadline: Monday, September 9, 2024
Course presented by ESA meets the requirements for NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue II. IFSAC and Proboard accredited.
NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue II - IFSAC/ Proboard
An application for a NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue II course at ESA must include the following:
- Proof of age (minimum 18 years).
- Statement that student is in good physical condition.
- NFPA 1006 Technical Rescue Awareness- Certificate.
- NFPA 1006 Rope Rescue I- Certificate.
- Medical Training Requirement- see below.
All 1006 levels require current medical 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.
Application
To apply for the Rope Rescue II 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 to:
E-mail to applications@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.
2024 Fees for NFPA 1006 - Rope Rescue II
- Administration Fee (non-refundable): $125.00
- Course Materials: $460.00
- Tuition Fees: $2,000.00
- Total Fees (including GST): $2,585.00
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 II
- 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 II course include:
- High Angle Rescue- Building on skills learned in Level 1
- Slope Rescue- Team Operations
- Advanced Litter Attending- Edge Transitioning
- Highline, High Direction Systems (Multi-PODS)
- On- Scene Command of Rope Team
- Twin Tension Raising and Lowering Systems
- Compound/Complex Pulley Systems
- Artificial Anchor Points/ Multi-directional Anchor Points
- Pick Offs
Student must successfully complete the written exam and practical evaluation.