2019 Virginia Fire + Rescue Conference

The Successful Short Staffed Engine (Room 2A)

23 Feb 19
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

With reduced crew sizes on responding apparatus, the need to become increasingly proficient at the basic operations of our profession has become paramount. Crews need to compensate for the lack of a crew member by being able to pick up the responsibilities of that position. Through training and practice, that can be done with little trouble. This class will discuss apparatus positioning, hose line selection, crew positions and responsibilities, building construction and training ideas all aimed at considerations when operating with limited staffing.