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Heavy Vehicle and Special Extrication class held
in
Talbot County, Maryland
On May 22nd Strike the Box Training conducted a county-wide drill for the Talbot County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Association. The Easton VFD and Johnson's Lumber Company hosted the event and provided phenomenal logistical support. Firefighters and EMS providers from Talbot County (MD) committed a full day of training in rainy and muddy conditions while sharpening their Size-up, scene assessment, stabilization and special extrication skills. The participants were challenged with five rotating evolution stations (some pictured above), each one with it's own unique circumstances and considerations. Scene Safety, victim assessment, specialized resource knowledge, acquisition, and management and continual incident / stabilization assessment were key operational objectives. A great job was done by this large group of Firefighters & EMS providers who are truly committed to improving themselves in service to others! Special Thanks to Jess Jr's & Sons Towing & Recovery for providing Safety Rigging and Support Services as well as educating first responders on their specialized resources and capabilities.
Strike the Box Training is selected again
by
Fire Engineering to instruct at
FDIC International 2016
April 18-23, 2016
Indiana Convention Center / Lucas Oil Stadium
Indianapolis, Indiana
Strike The Box Training
is proud to be a part of FDIC history as their long-standing tradition of fire service training continues with a new chapter. We are honored to be among the few finalists selected from approximately 900 programs that were submitted to Fire Engineering for the inaugural
FDIC International 2016.
STBT's Trevor Steedman
is returning as a featured classroom session instructor/speaker, presenting STBT's original program:
"SCBA Bootcamp: A Firefighter's Survival School"
Thursday April 21, 2016 - 13:30-15:15 - Room Assignment - TBA
http://www.fdic.com/attend/conference/classroom-sessions/2016/scba-bootcamp-a-firefighter-s-survival-school.html
by
Fire Engineering to instruct at
FDIC International 2016
April 18-23, 2016
Indiana Convention Center / Lucas Oil Stadium
Indianapolis, Indiana
Strike The Box Training
is proud to be a part of FDIC history as their long-standing tradition of fire service training continues with a new chapter. We are honored to be among the few finalists selected from approximately 900 programs that were submitted to Fire Engineering for the inaugural
FDIC International 2016.
STBT's Trevor Steedman
is returning as a featured classroom session instructor/speaker, presenting STBT's original program:
"SCBA Bootcamp: A Firefighter's Survival School"
Thursday April 21, 2016 - 13:30-15:15 - Room Assignment - TBA
http://www.fdic.com/attend/conference/classroom-sessions/2016/scba-bootcamp-a-firefighter-s-survival-school.html
Forcible Entry Training for the Bishopville (MD) VFD
The Bishopville VFD hosted Strike the Box Training on August 24th to conduct Forcible Entry training for their Officers and Members. BVFD participated in a blended drill format that included classroom instruction and Hands-On-Training. Residential & Commercial forcible Entry techniques and tactics, pre-planning and special Forcible Entry considerations were covered and practiced. Thank You to all of the dedicated Officers and Members of the BVFD for hosting and participating in this interactive training opportunity!
National Park Service hosts STBT for annual Training & Safety Days
STB Training was honored to be part of the annual Safety & Training Days for the National Park Service - Assateague Island National Seashore. Members of the AINS Lifeguard Service, NPS Law Enforcement and Chincoteague Island EMS attended training that incorporated a combination of classroom and Hands-On experience. Topics covered were the management of Spinal Injuries resulting from Surf-Related incidents, Management of Drowning Victims, and Sand Tunnel Collapse Rescue. Members of these organizations participated in live exercises on the beach to learn response, mitigation and recovery techniques for these topics. This training opportunity was an excellent example of how allied agencies work as a team to address regional hazards. The knowledge, skills and capabilities of these groups is very impressive as they collectively and effectively serve a unique area of our coastline.
STB Training was honored to be part of the annual Safety & Training Days for the National Park Service - Assateague Island National Seashore. Members of the AINS Lifeguard Service, NPS Law Enforcement and Chincoteague Island EMS attended training that incorporated a combination of classroom and Hands-On experience. Topics covered were the management of Spinal Injuries resulting from Surf-Related incidents, Management of Drowning Victims, and Sand Tunnel Collapse Rescue. Members of these organizations participated in live exercises on the beach to learn response, mitigation and recovery techniques for these topics. This training opportunity was an excellent example of how allied agencies work as a team to address regional hazards. The knowledge, skills and capabilities of these groups is very impressive as they collectively and effectively serve a unique area of our coastline.
Firefighter Safety & Survival in Elberta, Alabama
Thank You to Chief Scott Gamache and the members of the Elberta, AL Fire Department for hosting Firefighter Safety & Survival. A great weekend of hospitality and training were experienced during this late-May opportunity to train with our brothers & Sisters from the deep south. Also, a special "Thank You" to the brothers in Escambia County who welcomed us to Pensacola with a great lunch and a tour of their station. Regional departments from the Elberta area and Orange Beach were phenomenal to work with - Thanks for the opportunity to spend some time with y'all and share some critical information with you!...These are some truly dedicated people!
Thank You to Chief Scott Gamache and the members of the Elberta, AL Fire Department for hosting Firefighter Safety & Survival. A great weekend of hospitality and training were experienced during this late-May opportunity to train with our brothers & Sisters from the deep south. Also, a special "Thank You" to the brothers in Escambia County who welcomed us to Pensacola with a great lunch and a tour of their station. Regional departments from the Elberta area and Orange Beach were phenomenal to work with - Thanks for the opportunity to spend some time with y'all and share some critical information with you!...These are some truly dedicated people!
Surf Rescue Training in the Palmetto State
Midway Fire Rescue in Pawley's Island, South Carolina hosted Strike the Box Training for three days in mid-May to teach " Rips, Rocks & Rescues". This Fire-Service based surf rescue program encompassed Rescue Swimmer qualification and evaluation, gear and equipment, victim rescue strategies and techniques, rescuer safety & survival, pre-planning and size-up of marine-related incidents, deployment options, personal capabilities & limitations and special circumstances such as rescues during austere conditions and around rocks and piers. Thank you to the Officers and Members who supported and attended this training...we thoroughly enjoyed training in the classroom, sand and the water with this fine group of fire and rescue professionals!
STB Training presents
360 °Leadership
in Baltimore County
The Whitemarsh VFD hosted a phenomenal weekend of training at their station in early May. Training and fellowship were the order of the day as the WMVFD hosted Hands-On-Training sessions, Classroom-based training and family-oriented food and fun.
Our 360 ° Leadership: The Firefighter's Role in Fireground Success program is part of the Officer & Staff Development Series and covers a variety of topics including:
360 °Leadership
in Baltimore County
The Whitemarsh VFD hosted a phenomenal weekend of training at their station in early May. Training and fellowship were the order of the day as the WMVFD hosted Hands-On-Training sessions, Classroom-based training and family-oriented food and fun.
Our 360 ° Leadership: The Firefighter's Role in Fireground Success program is part of the Officer & Staff Development Series and covers a variety of topics including:
- Firefighter's Roles & Responsibilities within the Organizational Structure
- Fireground Situational Awareness
- Effective Communication on the Fireground & in the Station
- Crew Resource Management
- Organizational Pride & Success
- Mastering Your Trade
- Crew Resource Management
- Effective Communication on the Fireground & in the Station
- Fireground Situational Awareness
Millville VFC Hosts
First-In, First-Five
Officer Development Class
On February 19th, the Millville (DE) VFC Station 84 hosted Strike the Box Training's First-In, First-Five Officer Development class. Several departments from around the region were in attendance for the class which focused on the decisions and actions taken by the “First-In” Company during the crucial first five minutes of initial company-level fire-ground operations.
This course is beneficial for new Company-Level Officers, existing Officers and Firefighters who aspire to become Officers or simply find themselves occasionally riding the right front seat.
The importance of interpreting building dynamics, accurate Size-Up, Strategy and Tactics, Operational Modes and Fire flow/Hand-line selections, Occupant Survivability Assessments, Mayday and other critical decision-making essentials are presented and discussed.
Strike the Box Training is selected again
by
Fire Engineering to instruct at FDIC International 2015
April 20-25, 2015
Indiana Convention Center / Lucas Oil Stadium
Indianapolis, Indiana
Strike The Box Training
is proud to be a part of FDIC history as their long-standing tradition of fire service training enters a new chapter. We are honored to be among the few finalists selected from approximately 900 programs that were submitted to Fire Engineering for the inaugural
FDIC International 2015.
STBT's Trevor Steedman
is returning as a featured classroom session instructor/speaker, presenting STBT's original program:
"SCBA Bootcamp: A Firefighter's Survival School"
Wednesday April 22, 2015
15:30-17:15
Room Assignment - TBA
by
Fire Engineering to instruct at FDIC International 2015
April 20-25, 2015
Indiana Convention Center / Lucas Oil Stadium
Indianapolis, Indiana
Strike The Box Training
is proud to be a part of FDIC history as their long-standing tradition of fire service training enters a new chapter. We are honored to be among the few finalists selected from approximately 900 programs that were submitted to Fire Engineering for the inaugural
FDIC International 2015.
STBT's Trevor Steedman
is returning as a featured classroom session instructor/speaker, presenting STBT's original program:
"SCBA Bootcamp: A Firefighter's Survival School"
Wednesday April 22, 2015
15:30-17:15
Room Assignment - TBA
Strike the Box Training presents
360 °Leadership
to
Bethany Beach Station 70
On Monday December 30, 2014, Trevor Steedman presented
360 ° Leadership: The Firefighter's Role in Fireground Success to the Officers and Members of Bethany Beach VFC. This program is part of the Officer & Staff Development Series and covers a variety of topics including:
360 °Leadership
to
Bethany Beach Station 70
On Monday December 30, 2014, Trevor Steedman presented
360 ° Leadership: The Firefighter's Role in Fireground Success to the Officers and Members of Bethany Beach VFC. This program is part of the Officer & Staff Development Series and covers a variety of topics including:
- Firefighter's Roles & Responsibilities within the Organizational Structure
- Fireground Situational Awareness
- Effective Communication on the Fireground & in the Station
- Crew Resource Management
- Organizational Pride & Success
- Mastering Your Trade
- Crew Resource Management
- Effective Communication on the Fireground & in the Station
- Fireground Situational Awareness
STB Training Presents First-In, First-Five to Officers and Members of the Salisbury (MD) Fire Department
hosted by
SFD Station 1
On Monday November 10, 2014 STBT's Trevor Steedman presented First-In, First Five as part of SFD's Fire Officer Development Initiative. THANK YOU to Asst. Chief Cory Polidore and the Officers and Members of the Salisbury Fire Department for affording us the opportunity to present this original course.
First-In, First-Five is a foundational class in any Fire Officer Development series. Focusing on the decisions and actions taken by the "First-In" Company during the crucial first five minutes of initial company-level fireground operations, this course is beneficial for:
- New Company-Level Officers
- Existing Officers
- Firefighters who aspire to become Officers
- Firefighters who may simply find themselves riding the right-front-seat
The importance of interpreting building dynamics, accurate size-up, Strategy & Tactics, Operational Modes & Fire Flow/Hand-Line Selections, Occupant Survivability Assessments, MAYDAY and other critical decision-making essentials are presented and discussed.
As part of Strike the Box Training's SCBA Bootcamp
®
, we instil and emphasize a series of potentially life-saving practices and techniques we've termed as the Continuum of Survival
®
. One such technique is the "Kick & Crawl" method of self-extrication. When a firefighter falls through a floor, their means of escape/rescue may be very limited due to a lack of points of egress or ability to reach or use them. Inaccessible or absent windows and unstable stairs may further complicate the issue. Firefighter rescue drills such as the Nance and Denver Drills focus on removing the unconscious or incapacitated firefighter. However, AFTER sounding the MAYDAY, the firefighter that is conscious and uninjured or minimally hurt has the capability of beginning self-rescue efforts prior to the assembly, deployment and arrival of personnel and equipment designated for that purpose.
Any tactic or technique we use on the fireground carries an inherent risk that's weighed against the probability of a desired outcome. The Kick & Crawl method is no different - it has pros & cons, capabilities and limitations.
(NOTE: This is a survival technique - Yes, it is risky and dangerous! - But, it beats the alternative)
Capabilities & Limitations:
Any tactic or technique we use on the fireground carries an inherent risk that's weighed against the probability of a desired outcome. The Kick & Crawl method is no different - it has pros & cons, capabilities and limitations.
(NOTE: This is a survival technique - Yes, it is risky and dangerous! - But, it beats the alternative)
Capabilities & Limitations:
- Firefighter must be conscious and relatively uninjured
- Limited to use on bulkheads made of drywall/gypsum board, paneling, light plaster & lath or similar materials
- No specialized tools or equipment are required - just hands & feet
- Using a tool, hands or feet, the firefighter quickly creates hand/foot holds in the wall while ascending.
- Firefighter "Kicks & Crawls" to where he/she can reach a landing, breach to an adjoining room or climb to a means of escape
Recreational Boater or WRECK-reational Boater...? Which one are you?
Training + Education + Experience + Preparedness = Safe Boat Handling
Boater education AND Training are critical for the safe operation of recreational vessels. Organizations such as the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, U.S. Power Squadron, and Natural Resources Police provide EXCELLENT boater safety education programs.
Despite their tireless efforts, INEXPERIENCED BOATERS STILL RANK WITHIN THE TOP FIVE CAUSES OF RECREATIONAL BOATING ACCIDENTS!
STB Training can bring Hands-On-Training to You!
AFTER you have successfully completed an approved Boater Safety Course, its time to put those educational principles into practice. STB Training offers Hands-On training in Basic Seamanship for NEW BOATERS as well as for those boaters who simply want to enhance their confidence and experience on the water.
For more information and Hands-On-Training CLICK HERE
Boater education AND Training are critical for the safe operation of recreational vessels. Organizations such as the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, U.S. Power Squadron, and Natural Resources Police provide EXCELLENT boater safety education programs.
Despite their tireless efforts, INEXPERIENCED BOATERS STILL RANK WITHIN THE TOP FIVE CAUSES OF RECREATIONAL BOATING ACCIDENTS!
STB Training can bring Hands-On-Training to You!
AFTER you have successfully completed an approved Boater Safety Course, its time to put those educational principles into practice. STB Training offers Hands-On training in Basic Seamanship for NEW BOATERS as well as for those boaters who simply want to enhance their confidence and experience on the water.
For more information and Hands-On-Training CLICK HERE
