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D.A.R.T. Urban Search and Rescue 101

Boston Cares | http://www.bostoncares.org


Urban Search and Rescue 101 (USAR) - This class offers an awareness-level understanding of the fundamentals of search and rescue operations in an urban environment.  Concepts covered include team coordination, signaling, elementary building construction, search techniques, victim location and removal, tools and equipment, and observation principles and techniques. 

Full-size exercises and scenarios are used to demonstrate and practice discussed skills to provide realistic training for real-world emergency response missions. 

Participants will be expected to engage in scenarios to gain an understanding of USAR equipment usage, priorities, and teamwork in high-stress situations.
Please note that full participation in this training is physical in nature and participants will be expected to self select in or out of activities based on their own ability.  This training requires sturdy shoes, and pants or jeans.

People with a medical condition or those who are pregnant, or otherwise unable to participate in the physical aspects of the training, can still observe and participate in other ways.  
About the instructor: 

Will Lysz has spent the last 10 years in the rescue response community.  He has trained with fire and rescue agencies along the eastern seaboard, most recently with the Raleigh Fire Department's Keeter Fire Training Center command staff and instructors.  During his time in Raleigh, he served as the Vice President of the Wake County CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) as well as several years as their lead instructor.  He has held several local ICS, SUSAR, and IAFF-recognized certifications and continues to work with teams nationally.

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Disaster & Emergency Services, Adult Education

Age Minimum (with Adult): 18+, Minimum Age:18+

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