Paratech University - Clackamas, Oregon

Paratech University is a two-day hands-on event using the most current heavy lifting, shifting, stabilizing & building shoring techniques.
About this Event

Dates: Tuesday, September 1st and Wednesday September 2nd 2026

Time: 8:00am to 4:00pm ADT (8 Hours Daily)

Location: 16170 SE 130th ave Clackamas OR 97015

Host: Clackamas Fire Training

Instructor: Rescue 4 Operation

Details: You're invited to join us at Paratech University!

Paratech University is a 2-day hands-on event taught by Paratech certified instructors. At Paratech University you will enhance your department’s capabilities with Paratech equipment through discussions, demonstrations, and hands-on techniques for real world applications. We will begin with a brief overview and lecture in the classroom, followed by rotations of the Hands-on Learning Stations. Beginning day one and continuing through day two, each squad will rotate through the learning stations. Paratech University will end with all stations integrated into an ultimate final exercise technical rescue challenge where you will put together all the skills you learned!

Hands-on Learning Stations:

• Vehicle Stabilization Station: using Rescue Struts with car on roof and another station with a car on its side
• Heavy Vehicle Lifting & Stabilization Station: using Rescue Struts & Hydraulic Struts
• Building Shoring Station: using Rakers, Flying Rakers and Woodless Raker Systems
• Rigging Station: using Monopod and Bipod
• Air Bag Heavy Lifting Station: using Maxiforce® and Multiforce Air Lifting Bags
• Final Exercise: Putting it all together using skills learned to move heavy objects

Paratech University students will receive a Certificate of Attendance from Rescue 4 Operation

Hotels: Hilton Garden Inn / Clackamas Portland 12566 SE 93rd Ave, Clackamas, OR 97015 Or Courtyard by Marriott / Portland Southeast / Clackamas 9300 SE Sunnybrook Blvd, Clackamas, OR 97015

Airports: Portland International Airport

Frequently asked questions can be found at the following link: https://paratech.com/paratech-university/.

This event has limited space available. Registration is on a first come first serve basis. Maximum 4 attendees per company.

Register ASAP to secure your spot in the class!