A four-hour Rescue Tech Basic – Refresher course was conducted for emergency response personnel at the Genesee County Fire Training Center in Batavia on September 18. Ten students participated in this course which reviewed rescue operations initially presented in the Rescue Tech Basic course. The class on September 18 focused on new equipment technology, low-angle rigging, and knot tying. 

The following response personnel successfully completed the course:

PEMBROKE

• James E. Garrett
• David A. Linneborn
• Joseph E. Miano
• James A. Reinhardt
• Kevin C. Ross
• Jamie D. Waff
• Norman H. Waff
• Ashley L. Warren

CLARENCE

• Ronald D. Tyx, Jr.

FORT DRUM

• Shane D. Savage

Joining the fire/EMS service not only provides you the opportunity to make an invaluable contribution to your community but allows you to develop (free) professional skills, and form lifelong friendship and positive relationships. Visit your local fire department to find out more about volunteer opportunities in your community.