Valhalla Academy

Static Water Rescue

Rescue considerations for ponds, dugouts, slow-moving water, and rural environments.

Overview

Course Overview

Static water rescue focuses on common rural and municipal realities: ponds, dugouts, retention basins, and low-flow water hazards. Delivered to NFPA standards where applicable and built around safe rescue priorities.

Recommended Duration

  • 8–16 hours

Key Topics

  • Risk assessment and scene control
  • Rescuer safety and victim management
  • Shore-based rescue options and simple systems
  • Communications, command, and transitions to medical care