Firefighters from across North Georgia gathered in White County last week for an intensive rope rescue training course hosted by White County Fire Services.
Officials say the 90-hour Ropes I certification program combined rigorous classroom instruction with hands-on technical rescue exercises designed to prepare first responders for high-risk emergency situations.
Nine firefighters from White County participated in the course alongside personnel from DeKalb County Fire Rescue, Gainesville Fire Department, Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services, and Habersham County Emergency Services. All participants successfully earned their Rope I National Professional Qualification (NPQ) certification.
The training focused on technical rescue operations involving high-angle environments, trench collapses, confined space scenarios and swiftwater incidents. Firefighters trained extensively in rope systems, knot tying, patient packaging, and other complex rescue techniques.
Officials say the course is part of White County Fire Services’ ongoing commitment to professional development and continued education, ensuring its personnel and mutual aid partners are prepared to respond safely and effectively to high-risk incidents.
