Course curriculum

  • 1

    Getting Started

  • 2

    Aerial Apparatus Considerations

    • Types & Configuration of Aerials

    • Straight Aerials vs. Towers

    • The Baskets & Tips
  • 3

    Aerial Positioning

    • Positioning is Everything

    • Scrub Angles

    • Building the Box & Outriggers

    • Outriggers & Obstacles

    • Positioning Considerations

    • Positioning Obstacles - Part 1

    • Positioning Obstacles - Part 2

    • Getting in the Right Spot

    • Other Positioning Considerations
  • 4

    Aerials in Common Tactical Scenarios

    • Access & Ventilation

    • Victim Rescues - Part 1

    • Victim Rescues - Part 2

    • Defensive Operations - Part 1

    • Defensive Operations - Part 2

    • Technical Rescues
  • 5

    Wrapping Up

    • Closing Thoughts