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When a group of fire fighting students at Lakeland College’s Emergency Training Centre (ETC) heard they were being asked to deploy to Parkland County, Alta., to help fight a recently ignited wildfire, they were ecstatic. Getting to learn how to be a firefighter in a real-life scenario outside the classroom was a dream come true. By Elena De Luigi
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A firefighter is never considered “fully trained”. With the ever-evolving role of a first responder, and the new science and technology that goes into fire fighting today, the training division of a fire department never has a quiet day. By Brittani Schroeder
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There are three key areas that we find commonly being ignored by firefighters or being developed as a bad habit: PASS alarms, not wearing the SCBA, and the low air alarm. By Mark van der Feyst
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Have we ever stopped to think about why we’re always doing things in pairs within the fire service? Surely the safety factor is a key element, but it is truly more beneficial to have that extra hand when it comes to any job we are performing in our service. By Chad Roberts
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In the heart of the fire, where the uncertainty of chaos reigns, and countless risks are faced at every turn, firefighters are the greatest assets battling against the odds. In this compelling and inspiring book, veteran firefighter and author Jeff Rothmeier aims to motivate firefighters, reminding them of their immense value and instilling in them the belief that they can overcome any challenge they encounter on the fireground.
Whether you are a seasoned firefighter or just starting out in the field, this book is a must-read if you wish to learn from practical insights and transformative experiences to thrive when faced with adversity in the fireground.
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Training is a constant topic within the fire service these days. There are no two exact same scenes that we are called to, and I am a big believer that there are many different paths to successfully bring a scene to stabilization. By Jason Clark
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Nelson Bate wanted to be a firefighter for as long as he can remember. He loved the service lifestyle and the excitement it could bring. “It always felt like the right fit. I liked the structure, the organizational aspects and the uniform service,” he said. By Brittani Schroeder
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Date: July 28-Aug. 6, 2023
Location: Winnipeg, Man.
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Date: Sep. 6-10, 2023
Location: Thunder Bay, Ont.
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