It's Not Your Everyday Call

VCOS logo - IAFC Volunteer and Combination Officers Section
September 19, 2023 Online

This webinar will provide an overview of new risks associated with strategical decisions and tactical application used in search and rescue operations during fires.

Firefighters need to be aware of fires containing special metals, legacy versus modern construction, contents, fire sprinklers, and fire dynamics. Car fires and house fires involving lithium batteries and the inability to fully suppress the fire in those items.

  

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