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NFPA 1006, Standard for Technical Rescue Personnel Professional Qualifications

2021 NFPA 1006 Standard - Current Edition
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  • Description

    Be prepared for the ever-changing challenges and risks in rescue work by referencing the latest NFPA 1006 criteria.

    Rescue professionals are subject to a variety of hazards inherent to the occupation. NFPA 1006, Standard for Technical Rescue Personnel Professional Qualifications, provides complete job performance requirements for fire service and other emergency response personnel to help instill the confidence that you have the knowledge to get the job done safely and efficiently. The standard offers awareness level, operations level, and technician level provisions for all types of land, air, and water rescue operations.

    The 2021 edition is revised to make requirements easier to understand and apply and to reflect the latest technologies and industry changes.

    From rope, tower, and vehicle to mine and tunnel, wilderness search, helicopter, surf, and dive operations, NFPA 1006 is a comprehensive resource for technical rescue operations.

    Changes to the standard that may affect you in your work include:

    • Adjustments to the entire document to better align requirements with NFPA 1670, Standard on Operations and Training for Technical Search and Rescue Incidents, and other criteria in the document
    • Expanded information on vehicle rescue discipline by adding a new chapter on common passenger vehicles
    • Renaming of vehicle rescue to heavy vehicle rescue to reflect the significant differences between the two types of vehicles
    • Numerous revisions throughout the document to provide clarity to certain areas, to strengthen the requirements to be qualified, and to take into account commonly accepted practices and include them in the requirements

    Increase safety and performance by applying the most current qualifications for rescue personnel.

    This standard is a must-have for any individual or public or private organization that plays a role in responding to incidents involving fire, explosion, law enforcement, emergency medical services, and other rescues. Stay compliant by referencing NFPA 1006, Standard for Technical Rescue Personnel Professional Qualifications, 2021 edition.

  • Table of Contents (2021 Current Edition)

    NFPA® 1006 Standard for Technical Rescue Personnel Professional Qualifications, 2021 Edition

    Chapter 1 Administration
    1.1 Scope.
    1.2 Purpose.
    1.3 Application.
    1.4 Units.
    1.5 Operational Levels.
    1.6 General.
    Chapter 2 Referenced Publications
    2.1 General.
    2.2 NFPA Publications. (Reserved)
    2.3 Other Publications.
    2.4 References for Extracts in Mandatory Sections.
    Chapter 3 Definitions
    3.1 General.
    3.2 NFPA Official Definitions.
    3.3 General Definitions.
    Chapter 4 Tower Rescue
    4.1 Awareness Level.
    4.2 Operations Level.
    4.3 Technician Level.
    Chapter 5 Rope Rescue
    5.1 Awareness Level.
    5.2 Operations Level.
    5.3 Technician Level.
    Chapter 6 Structural Collapse Rescue
    6.1 Awareness Level.
    6.2 Operations Level.
    6.3 Technician Level.
    Chapter 7 Confined Space Rescue
    7.1 Awareness Level.
    7.2 Operations Level.
    7.3 Technician Level.
    Chapter 8 Common Passenger Vehicle Rescue
    8.1 Awareness Level.
    8.2 Operations Level.
    8.3 Technician Level.
    Chapter 9 Heavy Vehicle Rescue
    9.1 Awareness Level.
    9.2 Operations Level.
    9.3 Technician Level.
    Chapter 10 Animal Technical Rescue
    10.1 Awareness Level.
    10.2 Operations-Level General Requirements.
    10.3 Technician Level.
    Chapter 11 Wilderness Search and Rescue
    11.1 Awareness Level.
    11.2 Operations Level.
    11.3 Technician Level.
    Chapter 12 Trench Rescue
    12.1 Awareness Level.
    12.2 Operations Level.
    12.3 Technician Level.
    Chapter 13 Machinery Rescue
    13.1 Awareness Level.
    13.2 Operations Level.
    13.3 Technician Level.
    Chapter 14 Cave Rescue
    14.1 Awareness Level.
    14.2 Operations Level.
    14.3 Technician Level.
    Chapter 15 Mine and Tunnel Rescue
    15.1 Awareness Level.
    15.2 Operations Level.
    15.3 Technician Level.
    Chapter 16 Helicopter Rescue
    16.1 Awareness Level.
    16.2 Operations Level.
    16.3 Technician Level.
    Chapter 17 Surface Water Rescue
    17.1 Awareness Level.
    17.2 Operations Level.
    17.3 Technician Level.
    Chapter 18 Swiftwater Rescue
    18.1 Awareness Level.
    18.2 Operations Level.
    18.3 Technician Level.
    Chapter 19 Dive Rescue
    19.1 Awareness Level.
    19.2 Operations Level.
    19.3 Technician Level.
    Chapter 20 Ice Rescue
    20.1 Awareness Level.
    20.2 Operations Level.
    20.3 Technician Level.
    Chapter 21 Surf Rescue
    21.1 Awareness Level.
    21.2 Operations Level.
    21.3 Technician Level.
    Chapter 22 Watercraft Rescue
    22.1 Awareness Level.
    22.2 Operations Level.
    22.3 Technician Level.
    Chapter 23 Floodwater Rescue
    23.1 Awareness Level.
    23.2 Operations Level.
    23.3 Technician Level.
    Annex A Explanatory Material
    Annex B Explanation of the Professional Qualifications Standards and Concepts of JPRs
    Annex C An Overview of JPRs for Technical Rescue Personnel
    Annex D National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
    Annex E Collapse Types
    Annex F Confined Space Entry Permit
    Annex G Structural Types
    Annex H Structural Marking Systems
    Annex I Trench and Excavation Rescue Incidents
    Annex J Sloping and Benching
    Annex K Technical Rescuer Tool Kit
    Annex L Water/Flood Incident Checklist
    Annex M IADRS Annual Watermanship Test
    Annex N Informational References
  • Prior Editions

    2017 Edition

     

    Keep pace with evolving rescue demands with criteria in the 2017 edition of NFPA 1006.

    Be confident your rescue personnel are up to the task as new and emerging technologies and industry changes create new challenges -- and pose unique hazards -- in the field. The 2017 edition NFPA 1006, Standard for Technical Rescue Personnel Professional Qualifications updates the minimum job performance requirements to ensure that fire service and other emergency response personnel who perform such operations have the skills to work safely and effectively.

    For the 2017 edition of the Standard:

    • Rescuer training levels are revised from Level I and II to Awareness, Operations, and Technician, which better align with NFPA 1670, Standard on Operations and Training for Technical Search and Rescue Incidents.
    • JPRs are refined for all positions within the scope of the Standard.
    • Added chapters on Floodwater, Animal, Tower, Helicopter, and Watercraft Rescue provide more comprehensive coverage that addresses rescue personnel needs.
    • Updated and added definitions create consistency with NFPA 1670.

    Improve performance and safety for rescue personnel in a dangerous occupation.

    This vital Standard provides guidance for a wide range of technical rescue operations, including rope, surface water, vehicle, machinery, confined space, structural collapse, subterranean, dive, wilderness, and trench. It's essential for anyone who responds to these types of incidents including fire, rescue, law enforcement, emergency medical services, private industry, and allied professionals. (Print, Approx. 108 pp., 2017)

    2013 Edition

     

    Rescue demands are constantly evolving. Keep pace with the latest criteria in the 2013 NFPA 1006 to be sure today's personnel are up to the task.

    New and emerging technologies and industry changes including hybrid automobiles, passive energy sources such as wind turbines, and erected structures at construction sites challenge and create unique hazards for rescue personnel. The 2013 NFPA 1006, Standard for Technical Rescuer Professional Qualifications updates the minimum job performance requirements to ensure that fire service and other emergency response personnel who perform such operations have the skills to work safely and effectively.

    Updates to the 2013 Standard include:

    • New requirements were added to isolate and manage potentially harmful energy sources so that all hazards are identified, systems managed, proper tools and equipment are available, and operations support the tactical objective.
    • In response to new power sources found in automobiles and anticipated continued developments likely to affect vehicle rescue, Chapter 10: Vehicle and Machinery Rescue (2008 edition) has been separated into two chapters. Chapter 10 is now dedicated to Vehicle Rescue and Chapter 19 supports Machinery Rescue.
    • New rule was added requiring rescuers to demonstrate competency on an annual basis.
    • The simple rope mechanical advantage system minimum travel distance for the load has been modified based on the response area and the discipline-specific application.
    • Prerequisite knowledge and skills found in Chapter 5 were clarified based on discipline-specific job performance requirements found in Chapters 6 - 19.
    • Chapter 17: Mine and Tunnel Rescue was modified and restructured to include Level I and II so that it complements the other disciplines within the document.
    • Annex material including dive charts, air compression tables, and dive site diagrams was upgraded.

    Boost performance and safety for personnel in an inherently dangerous occupation.

    This vital Standard provides guidance for a wide range of technical rescue operations, including rope, surface water, vehicle, machinery, confined space, structural collapse, subterranean, dive, wilderness, and trench. It's essential for anyone who responds to these types of incidents including fire, rescue, law enforcement, emergency medical services, private industry, and allied professionals. (Softbound, 108 pp., 2013)

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