Monthly Archives: September 2011

ConocoPhillips-Alaska attends FastTrack 120 in Baton Rouge

“I have attended other Technical Rescue training programs, and the instruction and training that I have received during this FAST TRACK 120 course has been within the top 3 courses I’ve attended in my 20 years in the Fire Service.” ~ … Continue reading

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Honouring Those Who Serve…

Roco’s Tim Armstrong (Roco Rescue of Canada) recently told us about a most worthwhile project for military personnel and first responders that’s called Honour House. The first of its kind in Canada, Honour House is a newly renovated $4 million home that provides … Continue reading

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Has emergency response improved since 9/11?

We recently read an article from the NFPA Journal about the improvements that have been made since 9/11. Out of this tragedy came some very hard lessons learned – from an emergency response standpoint as well as national security and building … Continue reading

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Learn the Ropes in a 2012 Roco Course!

Here is our latest schedule for upcoming 2012 open-enrollment classes. We hope you can join us at one of these courses – or we can come to your location for a private class. Our private courses can be customized to … Continue reading

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Is relying on my local fire department in compliance with OSHA 1910.146?

Often the question comes up about using a local fire department for confined space rescue coverage in an industrial facility; and if it would be in compliance with OSHA 1910.146? In addition to the proper evaluation of the prospective rescue … Continue reading

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