Aggressive Firefighting Engine Company
Conquer your core mission of getting a line on the fire quickly and competently – by mastering what it takes to get there.
There is nothing more impactful than getting a line on the fire - but the attack line is not magic. Engine company operations may be the backbone of the fire service - but that doesn’t mean they’re simple. This program will focus on the core mission of getting a line on the fire, quickly, and what it takes to make that happen. We will discuss the engine company in detail, from setting up the rig and crews, all the way to wrapping up from the fire. This course includes 25+ modules in the following focus areas:
Fire Attack & The Fire Environment
Setting Up the Aggressive Engine Company
Engine Company Evolutions
Fireground Operations
Getting Water on the Fire
What is a good engine company?
FREE PREVIEWThe Modern Fire Environment
Fire Science & Fire Attack Decisions
Modes of Fire Attack - Interior Fire Attack
Modes of Fire Attack - Exterior Fire Attack
Where to attack the fire?
Apparatus & Hoseloads
The Hose/Nozzle Package & Racks
The Engine Company Team
Fireground Hustle and Engine Appliances
Estimating the Stretch
Long Length Attack Lines
Leader Lines & Gated Wyes
Standpipe Operations
Quick Response to the Right Place
Water Supply & Tank Water
Water Supply & Laying Out
Reversing Out, Engine Positioning, and Pumping the Hydrant
The Fire Attack Plan
Hoseline Selection
The Rig to the Door
The Door to the Fire
At the Fire Room
Additional Attack Lines
Fireground Problems & Wrapping Up
As a 27 year career Captain this class helps me stay motivated to not get lazy and not to retire in place. This motivation allows me to encourage the younger...
Read MoreAs a 27 year career Captain this class helps me stay motivated to not get lazy and not to retire in place. This motivation allows me to encourage the younger generation to always be their best.
Read LessGreat! I found a majority of the points BC Martin went over were in line with the way I believe and have been instructing for years. Thank you, BC Martin, fo...
Read MoreGreat! I found a majority of the points BC Martin went over were in line with the way I believe and have been instructing for years. Thank you, BC Martin, for a great and understandable presentation.
Read LessThis was a excellent put together online training. It hit a lot of good points and broke it down into easy to understand pieces.
This was a excellent put together online training. It hit a lot of good points and broke it down into easy to understand pieces.
Read LessReal world tips for making an engine company more effective. Break out of your traditional fire service "the way we've always done it" and be open to change...
Read MoreReal world tips for making an engine company more effective. Break out of your traditional fire service "the way we've always done it" and be open to change. There's always room for improvement and this program brought some great pieces forward. Definitely stimulating!
Read LessClear, concise, and simple to understand whether new to the game or experienced.
Clear, concise, and simple to understand whether new to the game or experienced.
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