This guide has been prepared for use as a textbook in rescue training courses at OCD-approved training schools and is to be used in rescue training programs of State and local governments. This publication explains rescue skills and techniques to those who are training for rescue service in time of national emergency under direction of the Federal, State, or local government. It describes rescue squad's tools and equipment and gives instructions for their use. This guide also contains information on basic types of building construction and the ways in which buildings may collapse as a result of blast.

Your Definitive High Angle Rope Rescue Guide! The fourth edition of High-Angle Rope Rescue Techniques: Levels I & II provides comprehensive coverage of all aspects of high-angle rescue, including planning, PPE and equipment, medical considerations, evacuations, and special rescue operations. Based on the 2013 edition of NFPA 1006, Standard for Technical Rescuer Professional Qualifications, High-Angle Rope Rescue Techniques: Levels I & II provides a broad overview of all rescue techniques to meets the needs of fire service, search and rescue, and many other rope rescue professionals. The fourth edition has been updated to include: Coverage of new protective equipment, terminology, rescue products, and techniques. All new Skill Drills that provide step-by-step instruction on how to execute important skills and procedures. Separation of High-Angle Rope Rescue I and II Level content throughout the textbook and instructor resources.