This course has been approved for 12 CE credits from Alberta Veterinary Medical Association.

**Cost includes two hot breakfasts’, two hot lunches, snacks for both days and a $150.00 text book.

Hotels in Pincher Creek (20 minute drive):

1) Ramada:

http://www.ramada.com/hotels/alberta/pincher-creek/ramada-pincher-creek/hotel-overview

2) Super 8

http://www.super8.com/hotels/alberta/pincher-creek/super-8-pincher-creek-ab/hotel-overview

Area Accommodations:

1) Dungarvan Creek B&B

http://dungarvancreek.com/

Waterton Lakes National Park* (10-15 minute drive):

1) Waterton Lakes Lodge

http://www.watertonlakeslodge.com/

2) Waterton Glacier Suites

http://www.watertonsuites.com/

3) Bayshore Inn and Spa

http://www.bayshoreinn.com/

*If you choose to stay in Waterton, please be advised you will be required to pay entry fees into the National Park

First Day

Morning Session 0800-1200

Awareness Level TLAER Concepts

Introduction – Emergency And Disaster Preparedness For Large Animals

Basic Concepts In Large Animal Emergency And Disaster Rescue

Introduction To Large Animal Behavior And Senses – Normal And Under Stress

Overview Of Containment And Restraint Of Large Animals (Physical And Chemical)

Overview Of Agro-Terrorism, Foreign Animal Disease, And Hazmat Issues In TLAER

Awareness Of Emergency Decontamination Of Animals (Gross Methods)

Highlights Of Critical Medical Concerns During Large Animal Incidents *

The Incident Command System Related To TLAER Incidents

Lunch 1200-1300

Afternoon Session 1300-1600

Awareness Of Confined Space, Trench Considerations In TLAER

IN DEPTH - Roles Of The Veterinarian, Owner, Emergency Responders & Animal Control On Scene

Awareness Of The Simple Manipulation Methods (Forward Assists, Backwards Drag, Hampshire Slip, Cast Horse Rolls, Etc.)

Awareness of Transportation Incident Prevention and Response Considerations

Introduction to Livestock Trailer Wrecks, Overturns & Response

Overview of Facility Evacuation Planning (Emergencies and Disasters)

Implementing Proper Emergency Field Humane Euthanasia for Large Animals

Second Day

Morning Session 0800-1200

Prevention & Mitigation Of Fire Scenarios (Barns, Wild Fire, Trailer Fires)

Large Animal Ambulances And Considerations For Running A Service

Basic Simple Vertical Lifting Employment Considerations And Equipment Recommendations

Awareness Of Recumbent Animal Recommendations

Introduction To Water Rescue TLAER Considerations (Pools, Flat & Swiftwater, Etc.)

Introduction To Unstable Ground And Mud TLAER Scenarios

Introduction To Surface Ice Rescue TLAER Scenarios

Why NOT To Use Large Animal Slingloading In Helicopter Operations (Specialty Circumstances)

The Anderson Sling In Medical Scenarios

IN-DEPTH – What NOT To Do In TLAER – A Review Of Live Rescues

Lunch 1200-1300

Afternoon Session 1300-1600

Demonstrations

Overview Of Basic And TLAER Supplies And Equipment

Awareness - Access Into Horse Trailers And Confined Spaces In TLAER

Forward Assist, Backwards Drag, Hampshire Slip & Sideways Drag Demonstration

Behavior, Approach, Basic Handling, Restraint And Leading Live Large Animals

Why Heavy Rescue Rope And Mechanical Advantage Is Used In TLAER – Basic Ideas

Extrication & Response Considerations & Cutting Equipment (This Requires A Local Fire Rescue Company To Bring A Truck And Demonstrate What Is ON A Rescue Fire Truck.)

Employment Of The Rescue Glide (Where Available)

Mud Rescue Equipment (Where Available)

Water & Ice Rescue Equipment (Where Available)

Barn Fire And Safety Walkthru (Where Available)

Class Graduation and Certificate Award Ceremony