Crew Leader Training Procedure

Mission

A Training program will be established to maintain a cadre of Crew Leaders who will oversee CTTT activities to ensure: 1) the effective use and protection of natural resources, and 2) the safety of all volunteers.

Duration

Crew Leader training will typically involve (1) Saturday or multiple evening sessions.

Participation

Crew Leader training is open to all members as stipulated in the CTTT Leadership Policies. A fee established by the Technical Committee may be assessed to cover the cost of training materials.

Organization

Training shall be presided over by the Technical Committee and be staffed as follows.

1. Training Coordinator – schedules and coordinates all training classes. Procures training materials and facilities.
2. Instructor – conducts training sessions.
3. Participants – typically six per class per instructor.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum requirements for certification as a CTTT Crew Leader are participation in four sessions of classroom instruction.

Recommended schedule for 1-day classroom instruction is as follows:

Time Event Contents

8AM Registration Personal contact information, medical release form, coffee and doughnuts

8:30 Introduction
Instructor information and personal history

8:35 Session 1
CTTT History Foundation, pictures of past events, letters of commendation

8:45 Session 2
Trail design Techniques and review of reference materials

10:15 Break

10:30 Techniques continued

12:00 Lunch

1PM Session 3
Crew leadership
Basic techniques

2:30 Break

2:45 Session 4
Policy review Review of CTTT Policies, Procedures & Guidelines

5:00 Adjourn


Crew Leader Trainee should complete First Aid training in one of the following approved programs

1) Red Cross
2) Firefighters
3) EMT
4) SWEAT

Participation in programs deemed equivalent by the Board (e.g. VOC Crew Leader training) may also be considered sufficient if approved by the Board. Technical Committee may also nominate Crew Leaders for consideration by the Board based on their experience and knowledge. A majority vote is required to confer the certification of Crew Leader.

Instructors

Technical Committee will nominate Instructors for consideration by the Board based on their experience and knowledge. A majority vote is required to confer the certification of Instructor.