Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course is an introduction to the fundamentals of technical rescue, beginning with the technical rescue apparatus, tools and equipment, incident management and conducting search and rescue operations in structures and the environment. Technical rope rescues, confined space, trench, vehicle and machinery extrication are specific emergency incidents that are examined. The course also covers Rapid Intervention Crews (RIC) which are designed to rescue firefighters that may need assistance during emergency operations. Specific skills are covered including Firefighter self survival techniques, emergency escape maneuvers, Self Contained Breathing Apparatus emergency and survival skills. 