Hazardous Environment Recognition Training Course (HERT)

The Hazardous Environment Recognition Course is designed for officers assisting in the investigation of a Clandestine Laboratory. This includes but is not limited to Identification Officers, Bomb Disposal, Tactical Units, Technical officers and others who participate in the overall investigation, but are not directly involved in a Drug Unit.

This five (5) day course will allow those officers to become familiar with and comfortable in working in self contained breathing apparatus or air purifying respirators. The course includes practical exercises using self-contained breathing apparatus or air purifying respirators. Officers on this course will leave with an enhanced understanding of the dangers present in a clandestine laboratory as well as the need to work within a team setting.

For additional information regarding this course, contact Sgt. Michael Renault at 613-993-8214 or e-mail mike.renault@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.