This class isn’t about just cutting holes, it’s about owning the roof. Students will get hands-on with a mix of construction types, learning how to read the building, pick the right tactic, and ventilate fast and effectively no matter what’s underfoot. From saw handling and cut sequences to rig-to-roof operations, steep-pitch work, and basement fire scenarios, this class brings the full picture of vertical ventilation.

This hands-on class challenges firefighters to refine their forcible entry and GRABS skills under live-fire, heat, and smoke conditions. Through realistic, high-stress scenarios, participants will test their ability to mask up quickly, force entry, and perform victim removals while prioritizing life, fire, and layout during the initial interior size-up. Training includes inward and outward opening doors, limited-access and dead-end hallways, stairwell operations, limited- to zero-visibility forcible entry and saw work, and working with limited tools and leverage. This class will test, refine, and humble participants while reinforcing the importance of preparation, skill, and putting THEM first—buying back time and making the grab when it matters most.

This class takes a systems-based approach to engine company operations, giving first-due crews the metrics and methods they need to get water on the fire fast and boost victim survivability. Whether you operate in an urban, suburban, or rural environment, this course delivers proven strategies that apply to your district and help your crew make an immediate impact. (1-Day HOT)

This hands-on class explores the Dark Side of Ground Ladders, pushing beyond traditional carry, throw, and extend techniques into advanced ladder operations. Participants will develop the skills and confidence to splice ladders, extend into elevated buckets, bridge buildings, and scale walls using modern pompier techniques. After a review of basic ground ladder skills, firefighters will rotate through practical stations designed to challenge their understanding, adaptability, and ability to apply ground ladders in unconventional and demanding situations. (1-Day HOT)

This comprehensive Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) program develops confident, disciplined, and effective firefighters through progressive, hands-on training and realistic rescue scenarios. Using a crawl, walk, run approach, students build individual technical skills, strengthen situational awareness and decision-making under stress, and apply performance-driven tactics to challenging firefighter rescue operations. (1-Day HOT)