Swiftwater & Flood Rescue Tech. (SRT)

The Swiftwater and Flood Rescue Technician course complies with Defra Module 3 content requirements, and for many years has been seen as the benchmark training course for Swiftwater and flood rescue teams

This four-day course is delivered over two weekends (7–8 and 14–15 November 2026). The course might include one overnight exercise.

Course content includes:

• Hydrology

• Technical rescue equipment

• Introduction to rope systems

• Swimming in moving water

• Medical considerations

• Basic boat-handling skills

• Contact and in-water rescues

• Search operations

Suitable for:

Police

Fire and Rescue

Volunteer Rescue Agencies and Mountain Rescue

Participants on this course must be 18yrs old or over.

If these dates don't work for you?

We can offer bespoke courses to fit with your schedule and location. (minimum numbers may apply)

By proceeding to book and pay for this session, you are in agreement with our 'CIWW-Coached Terms and Conditions' which are available to view here

18 years +

1. Towel
2. Swimwear
3. £1 coin for locker

1. This four-day course is delivered over two weekends (7–8 and 14–15 November 2026). The course might include one overnight exercise (usually on day 2). *Dates shown on the calendar reflect the first day of the course.