Mod 1: Course Overview

Vehicle Machinery Level I

AdministrationWelcome and IntroductionsInstructor Expectations

Attendance PolicyInjury Policy and ProcedureStudent ManualEmergency ContactsSite Requirements Logistics

General InformationStudents must complete all course

components and skill sheet objectives to receive certification.

Students should be prepared to train in all weather conditions.

Students are required to be active participants in all phases of training to receive certification.

General InformationThis course is designed to meet or exceed all

requirements of NFPA 1006 and NFPA 1670 for operations (Level I) level vehicle and machinery rescue.

The purpose of this course is to create competent rescuers with:Strong vehicle and machinery rescue

fundamentals Ability to function as part of a rescue teamUnderstanding of tactical priorities and

organizationProficiency in technical skills and applications

General InformationPrerequisite StandardNFPA 1006 Ch. 4.3.1: Level I (Operations)

This level shall apply to individuals who identify hazards, use equipment, and apply limited techniques specified in this standard to perform technical rescue operations.

NFPA 1006 Ch. 5 : Job Performance RequirementsSite Operations, Victim Management, Maintenance,

Ropes/RiggingRequisite StandardNFPA 1006 Ch. 10.1: Level I (Operations)

Specific Requirements for Vehicle and Machinery Rescue

Course ObjectivesNFPA 1006 10.1 General Requirements

Size Up and PlanningScene SafetyFire ProtectionStabilizationHazard Identification and ManagementVehicle Access and EgressVictim RescueScene Termination

SAFETYStudents must comply with all

safety directives established by the instructional team.

Safety is the shared responsibility of the individual, team, and instructors.

Practice safety at all times.“STOP” is the universal command

for imminent threats to safetyBe aware of your surroundings at

all times.

Course OverviewDay One

Lecture Mod 1 – Mod 5

Practical Alternative

Fuels Vehicle

Orientation Tool Orientation

Course OverviewDay 2

Practical Stabilization and

Lifting Hood and Deck Lid

Access

Course OverviewDay 3

Practical Side Access Roof Access Dash Displacement Tunneling

Course OverviewDay 4

Practical – Team/System Development Scenarios

Support Resources Heavy Wrecker Lab

Course OverviewDay 2

Practical - (Rescuer Development) Confidence Course Obstacle Negotiation Victim Movement and Removal Portable High Directional Labs Horizontal and Vertical Entry Walk Through