2019 Virginia Fire + Rescue Conference

"D" Drivers and other Hazards at Roadway Incidents (Room 3E)

Distracted, drowsy, drunk, drugged and disgruntled drivers are striking firefighters and emergency vehicles at roadway incidents with increasing frequency. We can’t change their “D” behavior, but we can change how we operate at roadway incidents. With the highway being noted as the most immediately dangerous area of operation for first responders, it is critical that first responders safeguard themselves during roadway operations. This session will offer strategies and tactics for safe roadway incident scene management. Participants will walk away with the essential steps and actions every FD should be taking to protect their personnel from being struck on the roadway.