Private Dwelling Fires

The most common and hazardous structure fire related responses are to fires in private dwellings. To ensure the safety of firefighters operating at these incidents and achieve our goal of applying a coordinated fire suppression attack we must be structured to initiate rapid and effective strategy and tactics on arrival.  To prepare both firefighters and company officers in completing this task  this program will discuss the many variables to be considered when implementing successful fire suppression operations in private dwellings.  Topics to be covered include; construction and style types  size-up  typical hazards  forcible entry issues  search techniques  ventilation  and fire attack methods. The program will also include interactive group sessions utilizing first due video and photos where the attendees will have the opportunity to assume command  formulate an initial action plan  and implement their chosen strategy and tactics.

Robert G. Moran  Fire Chief  Brewster  MA   John J. Lewis  NJ Division of Fire Safety