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Location:Rollins Ferry Access 1 Rollins Ferry Trail Linn, MO 65051

Our Jet Boat Operations (PSO) course trains first responders and individuals for boat-based technical rescue incidents. This course meets and exceeds NFPA 1006 (2021), NFPA 2500 (2022), and FEMA Boat Operator & Swiftwater/Flood SAR Boat Technician Standards.

Day 1 Still Water:

• • Serpentine maneuvering
  • Short distance on plane
  • Boat inspections
  • Cleaning the shoe/grate
  • Motor limitations/skipping the boat 90 degree turn
  • Stopping the boat/j-turn
  • Loading the victim/ securing the victim with PFD/medical
  • Reading the river ( up-stream/ downstream V, strainers, shallow water)
  • Explain running shallow water in Jet operations

Day 2:River Operations:

• • • Run serpentine around existing obstacles
    • Approaching victim on river bank
    • Loading victim off river bank
    • Approaching victim on obstacle
    • Removing victim from obstacle
    • Running downstream and up stream V
    • Motor failure drill
    • Calling out a MAYDAY
    • Running shallow water ripple (know the boats limitations)
    • Starting and stopping boat in short distance

Course-Specific Information:

• • • • 20 hours (2 days) total. Day 2 is split to allow for night ops experience.
      • Initial Certification Course Cost: $300

Equipment & What To Bring:

1. Boat (hard-shell or inflatable, 25HP motor or higher, fuel for 3 days)
2. Paddles
3. Throwbags
4. Wetsuit or Drysuit
5. Water boots/shoes
6. Gloves
7. Water helmet
8. Type “V” PFD
9. Flashlight
10. Chem-stick
11. We also recommend a second set of clothes, towel, sunscreen, plenty of water, snacks and lunch (depending on water site location).