2018 Virginia Fire + Rescue Conference

Apples and Oranges (Room 1C)

23 Feb 18
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Tracks: Leadership and Management Symposium (Day 2)

This program compares the variables between residential and commercial structure fires. Using data presented throughout the course, the student will gain an understanding on why these two fires need to be attacked differently. The class will cover topics to include building construction, large fire tactics, hidden or obscured fire behavior, access and egress to include forcible entry, search and rescue efforts, tactical ventilation and finally, utilizing fire protection systems. The apples and oranges presentation will keep you hungry for more.