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COMMERCIAL FIREGROUND OPERATIONS 

Commercial buildings pose far more complex hazards than the typical 1 & 2 family dwellings we commonly encounter. These classes provide personnel with real-life hazards faced by firefighters along with proven strategies & tactics to overcome these issues. We specialize in customizing these Commercial Firefighter Operations training programs to suit YOUR department’s needs, budget, and schedule.

General Course Duration Options

Interactive Lecture Only: Customized from 2 to 8 hours
Interactive Lecture & Hands On Training: 1 to multiple day programs

Big Box Store Firefighting Strategies & Tactics

Course Type:  Interactive Lecture and Hands On Training

This Big Box Store Firefighting Strategies & Tactics course consists of 1 evening lecture and 1 day of Hands-On Training (with optional 2nd Hands-On day). The course covers strategies and tactics of Big Box Stores. Topics include but are not limited to Engine Company operations regarding fire attack and extinguishment, line selection, line placement, crew responsibilities, and utilizing fire suppression systems. We also include Truck Company operations such as forcible entry in multiple types of doors and windows, ventilation, and large area search techniques.

The interactive lecture portion of this course can be done as a stand-alone drill and includes situational awareness for the Incident Commander, Company Officer, and line firefighters. Other topics include building construction, suppression systems, safety and survival techniques, and in-depth coverage of strategy and tactics for Big Box Store fires. Additional topics can be added per your specifications or department needs.

Commercial Fireground Operations

Course Type: Hands On Training

This original On Scene Training Associates hands-on training class provides students the needed skills for successful operations at commercial building fires. Special concerns for Big Box Stores, local shops and taxpayers, warehouses, industrial facilities, and office complexes are addressed.

Customizable for your department’s specific needs, training includes the following skill sessions:

★ Commercial Door Forcible Entry
★ Rotary Saw Operations (steel cutting of chains, fence, posts, & bars)
★ Large Area Search Tactics & Equipment
★ 2 1/2″ & 2 1/4″ Hoseline Operations

Firefighting Strategies and Tactics in Strip Malls

Course Type: Interactive Lecture and Hands On Training

This multi-session course consists of a 3 hour interactive lecture and 1 day of Hands-On Training (with optional 2nd Hands-On day), covering strategies and tactics of Strip Malls and Taxpayers. Topics include Engine Company operations regarding fire attack and extinguishment, line selection, line placement, crew responsibilities, and utilizing fire suppression systems. Also addressed are Truck Company operations such as forcible entry in multiple types of doors and windows, rotary saw operations, ventilation, and large area search techniques.

The interactive lecture portion of this course can be presented as a stand-alone drill and includes situational awareness for the Incident Commander, Company Officer, and line firefighters. Additionally, building construction, suppression systems, safety and survival techniques, and in-depth coverage of strategy and tactics for Strip Mall & Commercial building fires.

Additional topics may be added per your specifications.

Commercial Engine Company Operations

Course Type: Lecture and Hands On Training

This course provides personnel with a lecture on Engine Company tactics for Commercial building fires and an extensive day (or more) of hands-on evolutions. Hose loads for 2 1/4”, 2 1/2”, and 3″ lines as well as stretches, hoseline advancing and portable monitor drills are included in this program.

Commercial

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