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Welcome Firefighter Survival Open the class by using your preferred method of student introductions. The objective is for students to get to know one another, the type and size department they come from. (Text in blue is instructor note information) (Text in black is to be read to the students verbatim) Welcome

Unit II – Hands-on Skills Firefighter Survival This course is presented in two parts designed to help the fire service re-think its approach on lost or trapped firefighters. Unit I – Classroom Unit II – Hands-on Skills Lets Save Our Own! Explain the purpose of this course and why it is necessary at this point in time. We regularly lose firefighters because of some very simple problems. Ask the group if they might be able to think of some reasons. List those on a flip chart for recap later in the presentation. At no time during this presentation will the instructor discuss any injuries or fatalities unless the factual information is listed in the student workbook.

Firefighter Survival Course Requirements This course requires students to perform a number of practical evolutions with Self Contained Breathing Apparatus. It is highly recommended to the “Authority Having Jurisdiction” that all participants in this class have a baseline physicals before committing to participate. (Explain) This program is very physical in nature. It will demand high out-put energy. Prior to taking this class it is strongly recommended to the department head of the agency that all participants be in good physical condition. Therefore, we recommend that all participants have a baseline medical surveillance to insure that they are in condition to do the required evaluations while wearing Self Contained Breathing Apparatus.

Firefighter Survival Unit I Course Objectives: The firefighter will be able to describe common factors that may require self-survival actions. The firefighter will be able to describe what actions he/she should take in the event of initiating a “MAYDAY” The firefighter will be able to describe the basic rules for survival. 1. A. Lack of/or improperly worn or poorly maintained PPE. B. Lack of communication - working alone. C. Collapse of the structure or a portion thereof. 2. A. Establish a protective hoseline B. Personal Protective Equipment C. Lighting D. Communication E. Proper Ventilation F. Establish an Incident Command system from the beginning G. Use a firefighter accountability system

Firefighter Survival Unit II Course Objectives: The firefighter will be able to describe and/or demonstrate techniques commonly used for self-survival on the fireground. This will be accomplished by Job Sheets #1 - 10 in Appendix A of the student workbook

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Firefighter Survival Summary of Incident On March 1, 2002, a 21-year-old male volunteer fire fighter (the victim) died after becoming separated, disoriented, and lost as he, the Chief, and other firefighters were trying to escape from the interior of a fully involved house fire. Two fire fighters eventually pulled the victim out of the house into the front yard, but he was unresponsive and not breathing. The victim received cardiopulmonary resuscitation and was transported to the local hospital where he was pronounced dead on arrival.

Firefighter Survival Summary of Key Issues Ensure that Incident Command (IC) conducts a complete size-up of the incident before initiating fire fighting efforts, and continually evaluates the risk versus gain during operations at an incident. Departments should also ensure that the first officer or firefighter inside evaluates interior conditions and reports them immediately to Incident Command. Ensure that adequate numbers of staff are available to operate safely and effectively. Ensure that a Rapid Intervention Team is established and in position immediately upon arrival.

Firefighter Survival Summary of Key Issues Use evacuation signals when command personnel decide that all firefighters should be evacuated from a burning building or other hazardous area. Ensure that a separate Incident Safety Officer, independent from the Incident Commander, is appointed. Ensure that team continuity is maintained. Ensure that ventilation is closely coordinated with the fire attack.

Firefighter Survival Summary of Key Issues Instruct and train firefighters on initiating emergency traffic (Mayday-Mayday) when they become lost, disoriented, or trapped. Ensure that backup lines are equal to or larger than the initial attack lines. Ensure that firefighters are equipped with a radio that does not bleed over, cause interference, or lose communication under field conditions.

Firefighter Survival Building Diagram

“8361 Bricelyn Street … The Last Alarm” Firefighter Survival Three Pittsburgh Firefighters died on February 14, 1995, when they ran out of air and were unable to escape from the interior of a burning dwelling “8361 Bricelyn Street … The Last Alarm”

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Firefighter Survival Incident Command Summary of Key Issues Incident Command The first arriving company did not establish command. The Acting Battalion Chief was coming from another call and had a delayed arrival. All first alarm companies had self-committed before the Acting Battalion Chief assumed command of the incident.

Firefighter Survival Accountability Summary of Key Issues Accountability procedures were not implemented. The Incident Commander did not know the locations and functions of companies operating inside the house. It was not realized that members were missing.

Firefighter Survival Crew Integrity Summary of Key Issues All crews did not function as single tactical units. Some of the individual members from these companies performed unrelated tasks and were not under the supervision of their company officers. Most of the personnel were working in temporary assignments for that shift.

Firefighter Survival Emergency Survival Actions Summary of Key Issues Emergency Survival Actions The actions of the three victims when they realized they were in trouble are not known; however, they do not appear to have initiated emergency procedures that could have improved their chances of survival or made other firefighters aware of their need to be rescued.

Firefighter Survival Rapid Intervention Teams Summary of Key Issues Rapid Intervention Teams Some fire departments have adopted procedures to assign a rapid intervention team at working fires. The objective of this team is to be ready to provide immediate assistance to Firefighters in trouble.

Firefighter Survival Communications Summary of Key Issues Communications There was a lack of effective fireground communications at this incident. There was no exchange of information with the interior crews after they entered the dwelling. All of the first alarm companies were operating before the Acting Battalion Chief arrived and assumed command. The Incident Commander did not receive any progress reports from these companies.

Firefighter Survival Portable Radios Summary of Key Issues Portable Radios Although two of the three firefighters who died had portable radios, they do not appear to have attempted to use them to summon assistance. (One of the radios was found to be inoperative after the incident.)

Firefighter Survival Interagency Coordination Summary of Key Issues Interagency Coordination The communications problems were complicated by the fact that EMS units on the scene of a fire report to their own supervisors and communicate on their own radio channels. The interaction and communications between fire and EMS units was inadequate.

Firefighter Survival SCBA Maintenance Summary of Key Issues SCBA Maintenance Examination of the SCBA units used by the three victims and one of the injured fire fighters indicate that improvements are needed in maintenance, inspection, and testing programs.

Firefighter Survival PASS Devices Summary of Key Issues PASS Devices All three victims had PASS devices, however they were not turned on. It is likely that a functioning PASS device would have alerted other firefighters in the immediate area to the unconscious victims.

“750 Adams … The Last Alarm” Firefighter Survival On April 11, 1994, two Memphis firefighters were fatally injured while fighting an arson fire in an 11-story apartment building located at 750 Adams Avenue in Memphis, Tenn.. Both firefighters died of smoke inhalation, carbon monoxide poisoning, and asphyxia. Read the information on the slide and discuss with class. On April 11, 1994, two Memphis firefighters were fatally injured while fighting an arson fire in an 11-story apartment building located at 750 Adams Avenue in Memphis, Tenn.. Both firefighters died of smoke inhalation, carbon monoxide poisoning, and asphyxia. “750 Adams … The Last Alarm”

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Reasons firefighters get into trouble Firefighter Survival Reasons firefighters get into trouble Prior to response Failure to prepare Training Equipment Not expecting the unexpected Lack of physical fitness Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Reasons firefighters get into trouble Firefighter Survival Reasons firefighters get into trouble Lack of knowledge of response area. Pre-fire planning Company inspection Changes in building/occupancy Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival Fire Behavior Dynamic Situation Type of Construction Fuel Load Installed system Flashover Backdraft Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Building Construction Firefighter Survival Building Construction New Construction Truss Construction! Wood/Steel Bowstring Parallel Cord LWIB (laminated wood I beams) Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Building Construction Firefighter Survival Building Construction Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Building Construction Firefighter Survival Building Construction Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Building Construction Firefighter Survival Building Construction Windows Location Size Special Hazards Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival Building Construction Pre-planning Typical Buildings in your area Similar layouts in buildings Typical Occupancies Residential vs. Commercial Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section. Restaurant Fire Claims the Life of Two Career Fire Fighters - Texas

Firefighter Survival Size-up Responsibilities Officer Firefighter Team/Crew What do I do? What do I have to do? What tools/resources do I have? Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival Size-up Based on view of the building a general idea of building layout may be ascertained Height / number of stories Basement / Crawl Space Window / door layout Outside bars / gates Terrain Example: 1 story front, 3 stories in rear Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival Expect the unexpected No fire is routine, always wear PPE including SCBA Attitude Read the fire and smoke Read the occupancy Building modifications Structural stability Fire load Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival Remember the basics Training SCBA confidence Standard Operating Procedures/Guidelines Self-confidence Poorly trained fire companies are dangerous Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival Fireground Control Firefighters as well as officers must understand what items are under their control on the fire scene. Anticipate fire dynamics Identified command Span of control Note reassignments Control free lancing Maintain teams No unauthorized operations Mutual aid reports to staging Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival Don’t try to teach incident command, this is not the time or place. Indicate they should attend a class if they have not had one. Briefly review the functions of command and stress that tactical decisions are made by the operations section which is also responsible for personnel accountability. Incident Command is a must for scene safety! Maintaining a strong command presence throughout the incident!

Communications and PPE Firefighter Survival Communications and PPE Communications Portable radios are essential equipment for interior operations Interior crews must be able to communicate. Remote mics for radios & regular battery maintenance Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Communications and PPE Firefighter Survival Communications and PPE Protective equipment, including PASS devices and SCBA Firefighters must understand the limitations of PPE PPE is your last line of defense Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Communications and PPE Firefighter Survival Communications and PPE PPE Wet, dirty personal protective equipment reacts differently. 2nd degree burns start at 124 degrees F. Flashover occurs 600-1800 degrees F. Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Communications and PPE Firefighter Survival Communications and PPE PASS devices MUST be ON to operate!! Firefighter physical condition has a major impact! Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Accountability Responsibility Firefighter Survival Accountability Responsibility Issuing tags is not accountability A system in place that works (must answer who is on scene, where they are, and what their assignment is) Designated Control entry/ point person. What about mutual aid depts.? Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Accountability Responsibility Firefighter Survival Accountability Responsibility Team integrity/progress You and your partner must stick together. Attack teams must report progress/location Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival Tactics Basics Ventilation Locate, confine and extinguish Ventilation Lack of Ventilation Untimely Ventilation Improper Ventilation Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival Tactics Back-up lines If one is operating, a second line must be employed. The back up line should be at least as large as the attack line. Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival “MAYDAY” Procedures Must have a written SOP “Mayday” is for life threatening situations. All firefighters must know procedures How & Why Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival “MAYDAY” Procedures One procedure for all types of incidents. Do not make it more complicated than it needs to be. “Firefighter down” means that a firefighter is down. Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival “MAYDAY” Procedures Declaring an emergency Who? Where? What the problem is? Example: FF: “MAYDAY…MAYDAY…MAYDAY…” IC: “Unit go ahead with your MAYDAY” FF: “This is FF Edwards, I’m on the second floor, side 3, lost, running out of air” IC: “I understand FF Edwards, on the second floor, side 3, lost, running out of air, help is on the way” Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival “MAYDAY” Procedures LUNAR Last known location Unit assigned Name of firefighter(s) Assignment on fireground Radio equipped Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival “MAYDAY” Procedures Different from evacuation of untenable condition Air horns/sirens do not constitute a “MAYDAY” signal. Must be verbal to Command Radio Face to Face Personnel Accountability Report Check list / Tactical worksheet “MAYDAY’ vs. “URGENT” Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Evacuation Procedures Firefighter Survival Evacuation Procedures Evacuation Air horns/sirens, long blast Radio broadcast Evacuate,Evacuate,Evacuate Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival “MAYDAY” Situations Parameters for declaring a “MAYDAY” Trapped Entanglement Cut off by fire Cut off by collapse Through the floor/roof Pinned Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival “MAYDAY” Situations Parameters for declaring a “MAYDAY” (cont.) SCBA failure FF down Lost/Disoriented Missing firefighter Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival Self-Rescue Know your location Stay Together, you and your crew Remain calm Never discard protective equipment Do not toss your helmet or other equipment out a window Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival Self-Rescue Keep SCBA face piece in place When low air alarm sounds you still have time left Control your breathing Practice breathing an SCBA bottle down from low air warning alarm time to empty. Once you realize you need assistance Radio for help Manually activate PASS Get Out Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

“MAYDAY” Situations, IC Prepared Firefighter Survival “MAYDAY” Situations, IC Prepared Situation out of control Rapid changing fire conditions Building construction Tunnel vision Mode of attack/know when to change Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

“MAYDAY” Situations, IC Prepared Firefighter Survival “MAYDAY” Situations, IC Prepared Command and Control Discipline - listening Personnel Accountability Report (PAR) Collapse, evacuate, building, sudden fire extension, PASS alarm activation, member missing. Use common terminology Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Unit II Self - Rescue Techniques Firefighter Survival Unit II Self - Rescue Techniques Information presented in this program is important to your survival as a firefighter, your attention is expected and appreciated.

Basic Rules for Survival Firefighter Survival Basic Rules for Survival React quickly Move quickly Move decisively Save your life Stay with your partner/crew Stay low Stay oriented Stay calm Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Basic Rules for Survival Firefighter Survival Basic Rules for Survival SCBA Emergency Procedures Maintain mask integrity Partner Low profile/full escape Entanglements Conserve air/extend duration Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Basic Rules for Survival Firefighter Survival Basic Rules for Survival Emergency SCBA procedures Follow hose lines to safety Rapid location of windows or doors Window removal for escape Rapid forcible exit of locked, blocked or damaged doors Breaching walls Escape via windows Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Practical Application of Tactics Firefighter Survival Practical Application of Tactics The tactics and procedures taught in the “Firefighter Survival” program are to be used as a last resort! We are not teaching routine tactics for routine fires but rather some unique actions that a firefighter can take instead of perishing in a hostile atmosphere or jumping un-aided from windows. Although the tactics seem unorthodox they have been used with success in the past. If you practice or use these tactics as part of routine training the following precautions must be observed: The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Practical Application of Tactics Firefighter Survival Practical Application of Tactics No live fire will be used with any of the evolutions. Second floor evolutions must use a safety line. The area below all windows must be free of any objects that could cause injury. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Emergency SCBA Procedures Firefighter Survival Emergency SCBA Procedures Objective: The firefighter with a SCBA, will demonstrate reduce profile, full-escape, skip breathing, air conservation, and entanglement procedures. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Locating and Following Hoselines Firefighter Survival Locating and Following Hoselines Objective: The firefighter with obscured vision will demonstrate locating a hose line and following the hose line to exit a residential/commercial building in 60 seconds or less. Time frame should be appropriate for the type of occupancy. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Rapid Location of Doors and Windows Firefighter Survival Rapid Location of Doors and Windows Objective: The firefighter in a simulated residential/commercial setting will locate a door or a window and exit the room in 60 seconds. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Rapid Clearing of Window Opening Firefighter Survival Rapid Clearing of Window Opening Objective: Given the proper hand tool, the firefighter, equipped with full protective equipment will demonstrate the proper technique for clearing a window as an emergency exit in a residential/commercial building in 30 seconds or less. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Rapid Forcible Exit of Interior Doors Firefighter Survival Rapid Forcible Exit of Interior Doors Objective: Given hand tools, the firefighter will demonstrate forcing a jammed or locked door. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival Breaching Walls Objective: Given a flat head axe/halligan tool, the firefighter will quickly locate an appropriate wall and breach a hole large enough to pass through and exit the hostile environment. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival First Floor Escape Objective: The firefighter using standard fire department hand tools will locate, clear a window opening and exit the area by vaulting over the sill through the window. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival Head First Ladder Exit Objective: The firefighter exits a window onto a portable ladder, head first down the ladder to escape a hostile environment. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival Second Floor Escape Objective: The firefighter will demonstrate exiting a second floor window, by hanging at arms length from the window sill, and dropping to the ground, where he/she falls and rolls away from the building. * NOT to be performed, discussion ONLY. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival Rope Escape Via Window Objective: The firefighter using suitable self-rescue/escape rope and a standard fire department hand tool for an anchor point will exit via window and slide the rope to the ground or another safe area below. A charged on uncharged hoseline may be used. * This drill does not have to be performed by the students if time is an issue. It does need to be demonstrated to the students by an instructor. If the instructor has time he/she can have the student(s) perform the drill but the student(s) need to rig their own rope and anchor. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival Appendix A You will now be led by your instructor(s) through Job Sheets 1 - 10. Keep in mind that these tactics are for EMERGENCY ESCAPE ONLY and to be used as a last resort. They are to be practiced ONLY with properly trained personnel and proper equipment. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival Other Resources firehouse.com fe.pennnet.com rapidintervention.com firefighterclosecalls.com firenuggets.com phoenix.gov/FIRE/ cdc.gov/niosh/firehome.html Discuss these “prior to response” issues. The next several slides will be class discussion. It is very easy to spend too much time on this section. You still have a lot of material to cover in a short time. Do not get side tracked during this section.

Firefighter Survival The following agencies are gratefully acknowledged for their assistance in developing this extremely important program: New York Office of Fire Prevention & Control Course Development Committee Illinois Fire Service Institute Phoenix Fire Department Kentucky State Fire Commission Indiana Firefighter Training System