Level 2 — Technical Skills · 8–12 h
This module focuses on locating casualties during collapsed-structure operations. Participants learn instrument-based methods and practise using search cameras and seismic listening devices on a prepared rubble site.
Training enquiriesExercises develop equipment-handling skills and awareness of each method’s limitations. Practical work focuses on cameras and listening devices, ending with a consolidation exercise.
Volunteer and professional firefighters, rescue associations and other rescue organisations, and Territorial Defence personnel preparing for collapsed-structure operations.
An introduction followed by practical exercises and topic-by-topic debriefing. The unit’s equipment may be used by prior agreement.
Natural or simulated rubble site. Client-site delivery is conditional on a verified suitable rubble site. DPR-01 BASIC provides introductory preparation.
An introduction to rescue work following structural collapse. Initial scene and structural assessment are combined with preparation for deployment. Key topics include rubble-site hazards, personal protective equipment and communication between rescuers.
These links indicate complementary topics. Participation requirements are described under Prerequisites.