Chatham Firefighters Complete Ice Rescue Technician Training
Photo by Chatham Borough Vol Fire Dept. Assoc.Firefighters participate in hands-on ice rescue training, practicing victim recovery and rope-assisted extraction techniques on a frozen waterway.
Photo by Chatham Borough Vol Fire Dept. Assoc.Three Chatham firefighters stand in full ice rescue gear after completing the Ice Rescue Technician course.
Photo by Chatham Borough Vol Fire Dept. Assoc. A rescuer demonstrates controlled entry and movement across thin ice during a supervised training scenario.
Photo by Chatham Borough Vol Fire Dept. Assoc.Training teams coordinate stabilization and extraction procedures as part of advanced ice rescue instruction.
February 19, 2026 — Chatham Borough Volunteer Fire Department Association announced that three of its members recently completed the Ice Rescue Technician course hosted by New Vernon Volunteer Fire Department and instructed by Rescue Products International Inc.. The specialized training focused on cold-water and ice rescue techniques, equipping firefighters with the skills necessary to safely respond to emergencies involving frozen lakes and waterways. Participants practiced self-rescue, victim extrication, rope operations, and coordinated team response methods under realistic winter conditions. Department officials commended the members for their commitment to professional development and ongoing training, emphasizing that advanced preparation enhances both responder safety and the department’s ability to serve the community effectively during winter emergencies.
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