BIG WATER GUIDE: Comfort and safety for Incident Command.

Finding Swiftwater Rescue Classes » When things do go wrong, only boaters with swiftwater rescue training can effectively help themselves and others.

Putting Rescue Skills to Use on the Water » Rescue expert Jim Coffey shows how swiftwater skills can be put to use on a typical day on the river with a mixed group of kayakers in this video.

Equipping Your PFD for Rescue » Experienced rescuers equip their life jackets with pulleys, prussics, crib sheets, carabineers and other essential items.

How to Do Live Bait Rescue » Jumping in to rescue a swimmer can sometimes be the best technique. This video from Jim Coffey shows how to perform a live bait rescue.

Throw Bag Techniques » Learn proper throw bag techniques such as throwing, safely bringing in the swimmer, bracing, and how to catch and hold the rope if you’re the swimmer.

Victim Contact Techniques » This video covers victim contact techniques for safely paddling, swimming and wading out to the victim.