Our 5-story training prop is designed to simulate a wide array of rescue scenarios and configurations for urban and industrial environments. It features all six Confined Space Types as described in OSHA 1910.146 Permit-Required Confined Space regulation – allowing emergency responders to meet all minimum rescue practice requirements at one location.

Training options include confined space and high angle rescue, tower work and rescue, trench rescue, scaffolding, fall protection and more. The facility features numerous realistic field stations where we conduct trench training, as well as tactical vehicle extrication and building collapse courses.

Because the Roco Training Center (RTC) can be easily modified, returning teams can expect different scenarios and new features. Continual improvements are made based on the needs of our clients. Examples include: a cold box simulator, an agitator, a pipe rack and a scaffolding project.

Training options include open-enrollment courses conducted throughout the year, as well as privately scheduled training based on a client’s specific needs. Click here for more information on our courses.

The Roco Training Center has been a proud OSHA VPP Star Worksite since 2013. Our safety philosophy is emphasized in our company motto, “There’s a safe way, and a safer way!”

Customer Q&A: What are the two “most popular” rescue stations at the RTC?

This includes the “drop test” and the “ball pit.” The drop test (or belay) prop teaches students how to properly catch a falling load. It demonstrates the importance of proper set-up and operation of a belay system. It also illustrates what happens to our rescue systems when they are shock loaded! The ball pit simulates a grain elevator, where the team must rescue a partially buried victim without stepping on the “grain,” as this will cause the victim to slip even further.