Throwback Thursday - Jan 25th |
By Fire Chief Kieran Stout | |
January 25, 2024 | |
Throwback to our live fire at 39W130 Plank Rd in 2016. Below, we have some information on how live fire trainings are a vital resource for fire departments.
- Effective Decision-Making: Facing a live fire requires quick thinking and strategic decision-making. Training in a controlled yet realistic environment helps us hone these skills, ensuring we can make the right calls when seconds count. - Team Collaboration: Fighting fires is a team effort. Live fire training fosters teamwork and communication among firefighters, as we learn to coordinate our efforts and support each other in challenging conditions. - Equipment Familiarity: Interacting with live fires allows us to become intimately familiar with our equipment and gear. This hands-on experience ensures that when the time comes, we can efficiently and confidently use our tools to tackle the flames. - Building Confidence: There's no substitute for the confidence gained through a live fire. Knowing that we've faced the heat and come out successful in training boosts our morale and prepares us mentally for the real deal. |
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