Least Resistance Training Concepts (LRTC) Volunteers Training for Emergencies

LIFE VESTS AND RESCUE PFDS Updated August 13, 2020 Three types of personal flotation devices (life vests) are in service for the team. Standard (old style) PFDs are in service for shore teams. Certified Mustang Survival rescue PFDs are in service for "in the water" teams, and additional PFDs are cached to use for eye protection for horses involved in other types of rescues. Only rescue certified PFDs with quick-release tag line rings shall be used for members operating in deep water or moving water. See the Safe Use details that appear in Part Two of this information sheet. Manufacturer's image of Mustang Survival MRV150 Rescue PFDs. Mustang Survival PFDs on ISU-1 over case containing water rescue gear and Becker Water Rescue Harness. Standard PFDs used for shore teams and for shallow calm water operations only. 2 rescue PFDs and 2 standard PFDs are carried in a gear bag in the front shelf cubicle on Rescue-3. Life vests for use as eye protection during a rescue. Life vests for use as eye protection are stowed in the box labeled Rescue Glide Box 2. Continue to Specific Mustang Survival PFD Use and Safety Return to Information Sheets and Resource Guides Return to Sample Incident Responses Return to LRTC TLAR / EVAC Page The training information presented in these information sheets and guides is offered for illustrative and volunteer refresher purposes only. It is not a substitute for actual hands-on training. Press Back to return to the page which brought you here Return to LRTC Wild Horse Mentors Return to KBR Training Page Go To KBR Horse Net