DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES

FLOOD FIGHT METHODS COURSE

AGENDA

Classroom

8:00 – 11:45        The classroom training consists of a powerpoint presentation that covers:

                              Introduction – Objectives/Goals

                              Flood Videos

                              Terminology/Patrolling

                              Identifying Problems

                              Flood Fighting Methods

                              Training Video

                              Safety

                              Discussion

Lunch

11:45 – 1:00

Field

1:00 – 3:30           The field training consists of actual hands on

                              practice of the flood fight methods:

                              Sandbag filling and passing

                              Boil sack ring construction

                              Diversion wall construction

                              Structure protection

                              Raincoat method

                              Wavewash/Erosion protection