Tall buildings pose unique firefighting challenges that require practiced operational decision-making and tactics to overcome a host of potential problems. This presentation will discuss and review tactical response options to address challenges and catastrophic failures in operational deployment. Subjects to be addressed will include: coming up short and adding a length, taking nozzle reaction to ground, flowing with door control, the punch, steps for making entry and testing glass. A short video on “Exterior Control” (NFPA 1700) options utilizing portable monitors, bent pipe, distributor and opposing tip nozzles for fire, auto-exposure, cladding and void space control along with water supply solutions.
SPEAKER BIO:
Captain Brooks’ High Rise Unit assignment has led to the advancement of Toronto’s High-Rise Operations through innovations in tactical research and development, their Incident Management System and operational training.
Captain Brooks’ Community of Practice is far reaching in its scope through lectures and hands-on training throughout Ontario, Canada, and internationally. His mission is to educate the next generation of firefighters by sharing best practices for occupant survival and firefighter’s safety related to High-Rise firefighting. Website: https://highrisefirefighting.com/
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