The Art of Reading Smoke - The Next Generation
(Room 1D)
21 Feb 20
1:00 PM
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2:45 PM
Tracks:
Strategy and Tactics
Today's structure fires are more dangerous than ever before. Lightweight construction, low-mass synthetics, and open space floorplans have created a perfect storm for rapid, prolific fire growth and extreme behavior. It is imperative for firefighters of all ranks and experience levels to be prepared for this battle. The Art of Reading Smoke, developed by Dave Dodson and continued by Rob Backer, provides the knowledge necessary for first-arriving firefighters, officers, and chief officers to determine the fire's location and progression "from the seat" before seeing any flame. Through the extensive use of actual fireground videos, first-time students will develop, and return students will refine their knowledge to become INTELLECTUALLY aggressive firefighters. The Next Generation of Reading Smoke brings new research, a new library of videos, and discussion on cancer prevention, tactics and strategies to blend today's extinguishment and safety cultures into one cohesive unit.