SAFE® Certified Training - Rescue 3 Europe

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Below are some of the Rescue 3 Europe Certified Training programs organized by SAFE®

River Rescue and Flood Survival ( Firefighters, Military, Civil Protection…)
Outdoor Professionals ( Rafting Guides, Canyoning Guides, Mountain Guides, Kayak Instructors, SUP Instructors, etc.)
Workplace Safety ( Technicians who perform measurements and surveys in water, hydroelectric power plant operators, construction sites near riverbeds)
River sports enthusiasts ( canoeists, canyoners, SUPpaddlers , etc.)

Choose the training program that will enable you to work competently, professionally, and safely.

RIVER RESCUE
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Rescue3™ Certification - SRT (Swiftwater Rescue Technician)

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Totem Adventure On the banks of the Pré Saint Didier River, a rescue team in red jumpsuits meticulously arranges their equipment on a tarp, preparing for an adventure that embodies the spirit of outdoor experiences in the Aosta Valley. Rafting, Kayaking, Paragliding, Canyoning in the Aosta Valley

Rescue3™ CERTIFICATION - FIRST RESPOND

This is an essential theoretical and practical course for anyone who works near bodies of water, such as hydroelectric power plants, dams, river construction sites, and organizations that conduct measurements. The course covers the fundamentals of self-rescue and first response in river rescue; it explains the characteristics of “moving water,” the risks associated with rivers, the dangers during a flood, and the proper actions to take in the event of an accidental fall into the water—whether it involves oneself or a coworker.

2 days

Workers at river construction sites, hydroelectric power plants, technicians who conduct measurements, surveys, and assessments of surface water bodies, civil defense teams supporting rescue workers, and citizens and communities living in flood-prone areas.

Totem Adventure: A person wearing a wetsuit and helmet holds onto a rope as they tackle the adventure of raging rapids against the stunning backdrop of the Aosta Valley’s outdoor experiences. Rafting, Kayaking, Paragliding, Canyoning, Aosta Valley

Rescue3™ Certification - SRT (Swiftwater Rescue Technician)

Course for River Rescue Technicians. The course covers the characteristics of“whitewater,” river hazards, flood risks, and the techniques to be used ina river rescue or flood rescue operation. The theoretical portion is followed by intensive hands-on training with specific exercises and scenarios. A First Responder certification is not required, but good swimming skills are necessary.

4 days

Volunteers and Rescue Professionals (Firefighters, Military Personnel, Civil Protection, AIB, Red Cross, K-9 Units, Alpine Guides, other rescue agencies and groups…), Canoeists, Rafting Guides, Canyoning Guides, Caving Guides, Divers…

Totem Adventure: A firefighter in a red uniform skillfully operates a zip-line system offering breathtaking views of the mountains near Pré-Saint-Didier. Rafting, Kayaking, Paragliding, Canyoning, Aosta Valley

Rescue3™ CERTIFICATION - SRT ADVANCE

This isan extension of the SRT 1 course. All the techniques learned in the SRT course are applied in advanced, high-risk scenarios. Rope systems are explored in greater depth, certain vertical rescue maneuvers are introduced, and participants practice techniques for nighttime Search and Rescue (SAR). Possession of the SRT certification is required.

4 days and 1 night

Emergency Response Professionals (Firefighters, Military Personnel, Civil Defense, Red Cross, other emergency response agencies and groups…), Professionals in river-related disciplines and activities (Rafting Guides, Canyoning Guides, Caving Guides, …).

Totem Adventure In the heart of the Aosta Valley, near Pré-Saint-Didier, two adventurers work together to secure a raft wedged between the rocks of the raging river, creating the ultimate outdoor experience. Rafting, Kayaking, Paragliding, Canyoning in the Aosta Valley

Rescue3™ - WRT Certification - Course for Whitewater Rescue Technicians

Course for whitewater rescue technicians. It was originally designed as a specialized course for professionals in the whitewater outdoor industry, such as rafting, kayaking, canyoning, SUP, and other activities. Recently, many rescue professionals have also been enrolling in the course to deepen their understanding of techniques in stronger currents.

3 days

Rafting guides, canoeists, instructors, and canyoning guides—for enthusiastic participants, canoeists, and even professional rescue workers who want to train in more challenging waters.

Totem Adventure: In the heart of the Aosta Valley, a rescuer in a red uniform stands atop a partially submerged blue car, embodying the spirit of outdoor adventure even amid floodwaters. Rafting, Kayaking, Paragliding, Canyoning, Aosta Valley

Rescue3™ PATENT - RVW - CAR RESCUE - Vehicle Rescue from a Canal or River

A specialized course on rescuing a car that has fallen into a canal or river and vehicles submerged in flood zones.
Covering scenarios ranging from low to high risk, the course addresses vehicle stabilization techniques (including for RVs…), access techniques, and an overview of extraction and evacuation techniques.

2 days

Emergency Response Professionals (Firefighters, Military Personnel, Civil Protection, Red Cross, other emergency response agencies and groups…).

Adventure Totem: A person wearing a yellow helmet rafting down a river near some houses, paddling through the rapids, and experiencing the thrill of adventure. Perfect for those seeking outdoor kayaking experiences in the Aosta Valley. Rafting, Kayaking, Paragliding, Canyoning in the Aosta Valley

Advanced Specialization - Rescue from Artificial Barriers

Advanced Specialization – Rescue from Overhangs and Artificial Barriers.

3 days

River construction workers, technicians who conduct measurements, surveys, and assessments of surface water bodies, civil defense teams supporting rescue workers, and citizens and communities living in flood-prone areas.

Totem Adventure: Three rescue workers wearing helmets and gear skillfully handle ropes near a swollen river—a scene that evokes the thrilling rafting experiences in the Aosta Valley. Rafting, Kayaking, Paragliding, Canyoning, Aosta Valley

Highly Specialized - Rescue from Bridges and Fire Hoses

Another specialized course focused on rescue operations using high-pressure inflatable fire hoses. All possible rescue techniques using fire hoses —accessed from the banks, bridges, and walkways—are studied and practiced. The basics of rescue operations in spillways and artificial dams are also covered.

1 day

Emergency response professionals (firefighters, military personnel, Civil Protection, the Red Cross, other emergency response agencies and groups…), as well as rafting and canyoning guides and canoeists.

Totem Adventure A group of thrill-seekers, equipped with safety gear, embarks on a rafting adventure, tackling turbulent rapids reminiscent of a kayaking adventure in the beautiful Aosta Valley. Rafting, Kayaking, Paragliding, Canyoning, Aosta Valley

Rescue3™ CERTIFICATION - SPBH - Basic Rescue with a Raft - Basic Module

A basic course to learn how to maneuver a raft in a flood environment. This is a highly hands-on, two-day course that addresses the most common challenges in flood rescue using rafts (approaching a bridge pier, evacuating flooded homes, and much more). The instructors, in addition to being Rescue 3 instructors, are also guides and instructors for the Italian Rafting Federation.

2 days

Emergency Response Professionals (Firefighters, Military Personnel, Civil Protection, Red Cross, other emergency response agencies and groups…).

Totem Adventure: Two rescuers wearing helmets and full gear navigate the floodwaters as if on a kayaking adventure in the Aosta Valley, skillfully maneuvering their yellow rubber raft near a partially submerged car. Rafting, Kayaking, Paragliding, Canyoning in the Aosta Valley

Rescue3™ CERTIFICATION - SPBH - Raft Rescue - Advanced Module

Advanced course on using a raft as a rescue platform in flood conditions. Once the fundamentals have been mastered in the basic module, more complex scenarios are introduced, such as accessing a submerged vehicle in a current, rescue operations at artificial barriers, and recovering a body in difficult areas. The SRT and SPBH certifications are required, and having completed the SRT Advanced course is highly recommended.

3 days

Emergency response professionals (firefighters, military personnel, Civil Protection, the Red Cross, other emergency response agencies and groups…), rafting guides.

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RIVER RESCUE
Adventure Totem: A simple white icon shaped like a compass with a triangular needle inside a circle on a black background, evoking the spirit of adventure. Rafting, Kayaking, Paragliding, Canyoning, Aosta Valley
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