Least Resistance Training Concepts
(LRTC)

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RESOURCE GUIDE
SPECIAL OPERATIONS-1 (S-1)
(SOS-1)

Updated June 5,2025

Special Operations-1 is a former fire engine / water tender. It carries the Becker Bipod/Tripod unit and accessories, extra rope rescue gear, specialized tools and multiple types of ladders. The water can be used to supply evacuation shelters as well as to provide water for domestic livestock during wide-area power shutdowns when wells are inpoperative.

Unit inventory includes: (This listing is comprised of live links for additional information.)

  • Adapters, for hose connections
  • Axe, flat head (2)
  • Axe, pick head
  • Becker bipod/tripod (rescue frame)
    • Bipod and tripod feet
    • Bipod and tripod heads
  • Chains & accessories box (for frame)
  • Fire extinguisher, dry chemical
  • Fire extinguisher, CO2
  • First aid (medical) bag
  • Ground pads (4)
  • Hose, 1-in. booster, (150 ft.) on reel Hose, 1.5-in., live lines w/nozzles (2)
  • Hose, supply, (500 ft.)
  • Jack, adjustable, for frame assembly
  • Ladder, 14-ft. roof
  • Ladder, 14-ft. combination (fiberglass)
  • Ladder, 14-ft. combination (aluminum)
  • Ladder, 24-ft. extension
  • Mallet, rubber
  • Mounting block
  • Personal flotation devices (2)
  • Pike pole, 12-ft.
  • Pry bar
  • Reflector triangles
  • Rope bags and accessories (3)
  • Sledge hammer, large
  • Sledge hammer, small
  • Spanner,hose hydrant(2)
  • Stakes, duplex (12) (for anchoring frame)
  • Tarps (2) for caching equipment
  • Traffic cones
  • Tire chocks
  • Veterinary medical bag
  • Wrecking bar

    • (A complete visual inventory will be forthcoming.)

    This information sheet is primarily intended for persons associated with or working with the LRTC Emergency Response Team, however the information may be useful to other groups or private individuals who may wish to similarly equip a support unit or who may need to utilize the resources available from LRTC's inventory during an emergency.

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